Department of Defense Civilian Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (DOD Civilian COOL) helps federal civilian employees find information on certifications and licenses related to their jobs. Each service branch has different policies regarding funding for civilian employees.
DOD Civilian COOL does not provide funding for costs associated with initial credential attainment or maintaining and renewing the credential. Each service branch has different policies regarding funding for civilian employees. In general, funding for civilian employees is determined and budgeted for at the Command level through Local Organization Funding Personnel required to attain and maintain credentials to carry out their job responsibilities might be able to receive funding for the credential.
Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense Memorandum dated 17 June 2002.
The National Defense Authorization Act (FY 2002), Public Law 107-107, Section 1112, Chapter 23 of Title 5, United States Code, 577, permits agencies to pay for expenses for employees to obtain and renew professional credentials, including expenses for professional accreditation, State-imposed and professional licenses, and professional certifications, and examinations to obtain such credentials. DOD’s policy provides Component discretion in paying for professional credentials and related expenses.
Training Course (Online)
Developed by an Olympic Coach, the material in this training can be immediately used, scaled and seamlessly integrated into any training routine or as a stand alone running training. The course includes theory and practice, and provides full sets of technique drills, exercises and follow-along routines. It also offers guidance for running in combat boots and rucking.
Easily customizable, it works well for personal, 1-on-1 and group training.
Recommended for: PTs, PTAs, ATs
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Certification Exam (Online)
The Certified Running Technique Specialist (Pose Method) credential is for any individual who needs be able to provide an effective instruction on running skill, analyze and correct technique deficiency and provide feedback. In the military, this credential is most useful to those in positions of leadership. In line with injury prevention, readiness and human performance optimization initiatives, this certification enables the recipients with a critical skill to support and promote injury prevention and physical readiness. Industry-recognized credentials are often the key to a successful transition to civilian employment.
Recommended for: PTs, PTAs, ATs
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Our online quote form allows to select individual quotes for the Training Course or the Certification Exam, or both. Fill out one form and make your selection.
Agencies may pay for expenses for employees to
This Department of Defense (DOD) initiative creates a recruitment and retention incentive. DOD’s implementing policy provides Component discretion in paying for professional credentials and related expenses.
Training and development of the Army Civilian Corps is required to sustain a mission-ready Army.
AUTHORITY AR 350-1
Training for Army Civilians is funded through various sources including, but not limited to the following sources:
Command-funded training. Command managed training funds for Army Civilians within their respective commands, irrespective of series or grade.
Installation/locally-funded training. Training that is normally technically/functionally oriented and supported by the individual’s activity.
Requesting, approving and documenting training
The SF 182 is the Army’s official document for requesting, approving and documenting training. The Standard Form (SF) 182 (Authorization Agreement and Certification of Training), will be used to approve, procure, and certify completion and evaluation of training for Army Civilian employees obtained from Federal Government or non-Government facilities. This includes training or education courses, conventions, conferences, symposiums, meetings, workshops, and other events if the primary reason for the activity is to train or develop Army Civilians to meet mission needs.
Authorized training expenses
a) When training is approved in advance, the following expenses may be paid
b) Payment of application fees, registration fees, graduation fees, testing fees, evaluation fees (for example, granting course credit for life experience), is not authorized for ACTEDS funding. Commands or installations may fund these
expenses when approved before the event.
c) Only officials with budget authority may approve the use of appropriated funds or funds otherwise available to the DA to pay expenses for obtaining training courses and/or certificates.
Recommended for: PTs, PTAs, ATs
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Pursuant to 5 USC 4109, funds may be authorized to pay for approved training related to obtaining or maintaining credentials or certifications for a career program employee’s current job position.
Payment for employee credential/certification documents will be conducted on a reimbursable basis, and must be officially approved, via an SF 182, prior to successful receipt of the credential/certification.
There is no special funding provision for this program; the cost of the (credential or certification) repayment will come from the approving activity’s budget and will not be funded with ACTEDS funds.
Study materials and training courses are considered approved for funding. There are two comprehensive options to prepare for the certification exam:
The online master course is also approved for 20 Continuing Education hours for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers.
Is there a service obligation?
Continued service agreement
a. In accordance with 5 CFR 410.309, the head of the agency (Army) will establish written procedures which include the minimum requirements for continued service agreements. Army Civilian selected for non-Government training in excess of 40 hours, or Government training/developmental assignments in excess of 160 hours must sign an agreement to continue service in the Department of the Army before training begins. The period of service obligation will be equal to at least three times the length of the training period, at a minimum. Command or career program funding the training may require more time based on associated training costs. Calculation of the continued service obligation period will not include weekends or federal holidays. The obligation period begins on the first duty day following the completion of training, or program of study.
How Do I schedule the Certification Exam?
We developed an automated process to accommodate scheduling and access. The most important part is for you to receive the funding. After that our system will guide you.
To begin the process please follow these steps:
Please contact us if you need additional paperwork or receipts for reimbursement.
What Fees Are Associated with this Credential?
Certification Exam: $890
Recertification: $295
Recertification Cycle: Every 5 years starting from the date of the original certification
Pro Membership: $95/year (1st year free)