Navy credentialing enables Active Duty and Reserve Component Sailors to further their personal and professional development by completing civilian and industry certifications and licenses related to their military occupations, duties, and completed academic degrees or CTE programs. The Navy’s credentialing program funds vouchers for expenses associated with professional licensing exams, certifications, renewals, and mandatory administrative fees. Take advantage of this great opportunity!
Navy Enlisted & Officer (Active and Reserves) should take advantage of certification and licensing opportunities to enhance their military career while creating future opportunities in the civilian employment sector. COOL is a strong example of Dept. of the Navy’s enduring commitment to all uniformed personnels’ personal and professional growth. Demand for credentialing exams continues to be very high, demonstrating the great value Sailors and Marines place on gaining professional recognition for their training and experience.
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: Enlisted Leaders, Senior Leaders
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Active Duty Navy and Navy Reserve, less Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) and Voluntary Training Unit (VTU), may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals, maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees, if they meet the eligibility requirements.
Study materials and training courses are not covered by Navy COOL.
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.
Policy updates have provided an even wider array of opportunities for Sailors to earn civilian certifications and licenses funded through Navy COOL in addition to the already available credentialing opportunities based on rating, collateral duty, out-of-rate assignment. Expanded opportunities for funding of credentials now include opportunities for:
Is This Exam Approved for Credentialing Assistance
Yes, this credential – Certified Running Technique Specialist (Pose Method) – is approved for payment through the Navy’s Credential Program Office. Voluntary funding requests are only available to enlisted personnel at this time.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Enlisted Sailors must meet 1 of the following eligibility requirements:
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:
How Do I Study for the Certification Exam?
There 2 convenient ways to study and prepare for the Certification Exam:
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
Does the Credential Need to be Related to current MOC?
Yes. Here’s a list of military occupations specific to the Navy that are related to this credential:
Who is the Funding approved for?
Current funding supports credentials for all Active Duty and Reserve enlisted personnel, select Navy officers and DON civilians.
How to Contact Navy Credentials Program Office
If you wish to contact the Credentials Program Office:
navycool@us.navy.mil
(850) 452-6186/6345
DSN: 459-6186/6345/6324
Officers can contact:
(850) 452-6289/6683
DSN: 459-6289/6683