BECOMING AN RTS® — EXAMS & RENEWAL

Keep in mind...

Ultimately, it's not about the certification... it's about the EDUCATION!

Becoming a certified Resistance Training Specialist... RTS

Course attendance alone does not qualify one to use the titles RTS®, Resistance Training Specialist®, RTS_M, or Mastery Level Resistance Training Specialist.

Testing is not mandatory, but is available for those who wish to use any of the RTS titles e.g. place "RTS" or "RTS_M" behind their names, or call themselves any level of "Resistance Training Specialist®"

For a club it is a way of assessing employee competency while creating a unified language and thought process.

For an individual it shows the world that you have not only exceeded the industry standards of competency, but are a true specialist and have demonstrated standards and excellence beyond the capacity of the vast majority of those currently considered to be "exercise experts".

RTS123 Examinations and RTS Certification

All 3 modules of RTS123 must be attended within a 12 month period to be qualified to take the exams associated with becoming a certified RTS – Resistance Training Specialist.

There is a written exam for each RTS123 module as well as a comprehensive practical exam to be scheduled following completion of all three parts.

A letter of attendance is given for each module or course.

A certificate of "RTS certification" is given only for the successful completion of all required exams.

RTS Certification Renewal / Maintenance

Because RTS and the related thought process are unique within the industry, RTS certification can only be maintained by attending at least one of the following every two years post certification:

• One module of the RTS123 course
• One module of the RTS Mastery program
• One RTS or RTS_M elective
• MAT Jump Start or Internship Program
• A $25 administration fee is charged for renewal with a non-RTS course

RTS_M Examinations and RTS_M Certification

The RTS_M exam is a two day process that includes:

1. Teaching randomly assigned sections of the RTS_M materials to other examinees.
2. A four hour independent oral examination.
3. Practical demonstration of Exercise Experience™ adaptation
4. Basic RTS / RTS123 competency

RTS Mastery Exam Fee $600

RTS_M Certification Renewal / Maintenance

Because RTS_M and the related thought process are unique within the industry, RTS certification can only be maintained by attending at least one of the following every two years post certification:

• One module of the RTS123 course
• One module of the RTS Mastery program
• One RTS or RTS_M elective
• MAT Jump Start or Internship Program
• A $25 administration fee is charged for renewal with a non-RTS course

Other programs, courses, or formal education classes may be submitted for approval. It is recommended that such programs be submitted PRIOR to attendance to insure acceptance as RTS or RTS_M continuing education.

Replacement of Certificates and Letters of Attendance

• Certificate replacement $50
• RTSM plaque replacement $200
• Letter of attendance replacement $20