Recertification
AFLCA leaders must recertify every two years.
To recertify and maintain your certification status, during the course of your 2-year membership you must:
- attend an 8 hour recertification course or, to obtain a minimum of 12 continuing education credits. (Continuing education credits must be approved by the AFLCA.)
- To obtain approval for courses not approved please fill out the continuing education approval form
- You can earn recertification credits with Fitness Informer Quizzes →
- complete an on-site evaluation by an approved AFLCA Trainer / Assistant Trainer
- practical assessment forms:
- Aquatic Exercise Practical Assessment
- Fitness for the Older Adult Practical Assessment
- Resistance Training Practical Assessment
- Choreography Practical Assessment
- Mind Body Practical Assessment
- Cycle Practical Assessment
- Portable Equipment Practical Assessment
- Step Practical Assessment
PLEASE NOTE: Leaders are ONLY required to complete two practical assessments during certification (the initial assessment and one recertification). After the second assessment leaders are exempt from further practical assessments.
If leaders choose to have additional practical assessments they will receive two continuing education credits toward recertification.
- provide confirmation of a minimum of 20 hours of practical Leadership over the past two years
- maintain current Heartsaver CPR or Level A (current within 1 year – CPR must be renewed annually)
Fees and Insurance Renewal
Recertification fees are $50.00 regardless of the number of specialties you obtain certification in. To renew your insurance send in the renewal application form.
Extensions
Things happen. You may be eligible for a 3 or 6 month extension based on extenuating circumstances. Apply for an extension in writing either via email, fax or letter.
During the extension period you are not considered current, and insurance may not be valid during your extension time.
Please forward all extension requests Attn: AFLCA Certification Coordinator
Need an AFLCA Trainer?
AFLCA Trainers are qualified to run AFLCA courses, and to give practical assessments to individuals seeking to fulfill requirements for their AFLCA certification. We have a contact list of AFLCA trainers who can provide these services for you.