CERTIFIED RUNNING TECHNIQUE SPECIALIST
( POSE METHOD )
As fitness + preventative healthcare become increasingly popular, the value of certification as a mark of excellence is more important than ever. Achieving this certification demonstrates to employers, superiors and subordinates that a certificant’s knowledge reflects advanced standards and a deep commitment to physical readiness, combat effectiveness and health.
Additionally, it makes a certificant more qualified and an ideal candidate for promotions. It can also increase your ability to make a career transition, improve your image, salary and marketability. Your employer and/or clients will also appreciate that you’ve invested time into improving yourself.
The Certified Running Technique Specialist (Pose Method) credential is for any individual who wants to demonstrate a higher level of running technique instruction, coaching knowledge and ability. The purpose of the CRTS (Pose Method) is to ensure that an individual possesses the knowledge and competency required to teach and train clients safely and effectively.
To attain this credential individuals must meet all eligibility requirements, pass the CRTS (Pose Method) examination, and commit to a standard of professional practice.
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Overview
The exam will test your knowledge of the subject matter and if you meet the level of competence necessary to earn the certification. After successfully completing the exam, you will earn an internationally known and respected credential that will compliment your other current credentials and can set you on a compelling new career path.
QUESTIONS: 106
QUESTION TYPES: True/False, Matching, Multiple Choice, Basic Drills, Video Analysis, and a Running 101 Keyword Completion Essay
PASSING SCORE: 75%
ATTEMPTS: 2
TIME: 1 hour 30 minutes
It is very important to pace yourself accordingly to finish the exam on time. Some of the questions include tables, drawings, photographs, or video clips. Taking the examination requires little or no computer experience. You must take the entire exam in one sitting.
CERTIFICATION
Candidates who pass the CRTS examination will be awarded a Certified Running Technique Specialist (Pose Method) certificate. All certificates are non-transferrable.
DESIGNATION AND MEANING
An individual who has passed the CRTS examination and been granted the CRTS credential will be listed in the Technique Specialist Directory as a Certified Running Technique Specialist (Pose Method). Certified individuals may refer to themselves as Certified Running Technique Specialists and list the certification as a personal credential on stationary, website bios, business cards, and other materials as:
- Firstname Lastname, Pose Method Certified Running Technique Specialist
- Firstname Lastname, Certified Running Technique Specialist
- Firstname Lastname, CRTS
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must be 18 or older at the time of application. Please prepare 2 forms of ID.
PREREQUISITES
This is an entry level specialty certification for anyone interested in teaching and coaching running. Candidates of all levels of post-secondary education are welcome to apply for this certification.
PREREQUISITE(S)
- Secondary degree (high school diploma, associate’s degree or the global equivalent)
HIGHER EDUCATION
Tertiary-level education is beneficial but is not required.