Instructor Certification - First Time Certification
Instructor Certification - First Time Certification
Test for Level I, II or III certification in any of 16 specialties to become an ARIA certified instructor. See below for more details and please review the Certification Booklet for complete information about ARIA Instructor Certification Testing.
NOTE:
- If you have already paid the first time testing fee, click here to re-test or test for additional specialties
- Certified Instructors click here to renew your certification
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Certification Levels
Certification Levels
Level I - Instructor In Training. 18 years old minimum, no teaching experience required
Level II - Instructor of Beginner through Intermediate. 21 years old minimum, 3 years of teaching experience
Level III - Instructor of Beginner through Advanced. 25 years old minimum, 6 years of teaching experience
Specialties
Specialties
Hunt Seat (including over fences work)
Hunt Seat (on the flat only)
Eventing
Saddle Seat
Dressage
Western Pleasure and Equitation
Driving
Show Jumping
Stable Management
Distance: Endurance/Competitive
Recreational Riding
Side-Saddle
Mounted Patrol Training Officer
Reining
Riding to Hounds
Western Dressage
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Nationally Recognized and Respected
The ARIA Instructor Certification Program uses a carefully designed and thought-out system of checks and balances to determine the earning of certification. Our Evaluation Board assess all aspects of each candidate's demonstrated knowledge of the discipline they wish to teach, as well as their attention to professionalism, safety, and business and personal integrity.
All levels of ARIA certification are hard-earned and well respected. Major insurance companies recognize ARIA Certification, and offer those instructors a substantial discount on their equine-related insurance needs. -
Earn Your Certification From Anywhere with Online Testing
In an effort to accommodate travel and gathering limitations due to the pandemic, as well as your busy schedules, The American Riding Instructors Association now offers online testing! Technology and state of the art testing software means our online testing upholds the same standards follows the same protocols as our in-person testing has for over 40 years, only now you can test on a day that works for you, from the comfort of your home.
A limited number of in-person test centers will remain available for those who prefer a more traditional Instructor Certification testing experience. All upcoming test center dates are listed on the testing registration page.