ACA ACA Certification Requirements & Standards

Question 1

What is the minimum age requirement to obtain an ACA Instructor certification?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

ACA requires instructors to be at least 18 years old to hold a full instructor certification.

Question 2

How often must ACA Instructors renew their certification?

Accepted Answer

Every 3 years

Answer

ACA Instructor certifications must be renewed every 3 years to remain current.

Question 3

Which credential must an ACA Instructor have to co-teach an instructor training course?

Accepted Answer

Instructor Educator (IE)

Answer

An Instructor Educator (IE) credential is required to co-teach ACA instructor training courses.

Question 4

What is the prerequisite paddling skill level typically required before enrolling in an ACA Instructor Certification course?

Accepted Answer

Level 3 paddler

Answer

Applicants typically need demonstrated Level 3 paddling competency before qualifying for instructor certification.

Question 5

Which of the following is a required component of an ACA Instructor certification?

Accepted Answer

CPR/First Aid certification

Answer

A valid CPR/First Aid certification is a mandatory requirement for ACA Instructor status.

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