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COVID-19 Renewal Equivalencies
Preparing for the new renewal process (2024)
Renewal Payment Information
The CCAA is currently accepting renewal payments via credit card (Visa or MasterCard) over the phone. Please email us or call 519.661.2111 ext. 87220 to make a payment.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
Over the next 15 months the SFIC renewal procedure will be revamped and relaunched. Visit the 2024 Renewal Detail page to learn the specifics of the new renewal timeline, process, and requirements.
Instructors who let certifications lapse during the pandemic (since March 1, 2020) but intend to maintain SFIC certification by renewing in 2024, must complete 2020, 2021 or 2022 renewal requirements by Jan. 31, 2023. Renewals not completed prior to the Jan. 31 deadline will not be migrated to the new renewal system. Overdue renewal payments must be submitted to the CCAA by Dec. 31, 2022 in order to signal the intention to renew before the end of the following month.
For more information about online renewal submission via MyCCAA visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.
Instructor Renewal Requirements
In order to achieve certification, the following criteria must be met within one year of completing the Seniors’ Fitness Instructor Course:
Pre-COVID |
COVID (until Jan. 31, 2023) |
Downloads/Links |
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| Lead 20-hours of group exercise | In-person |
In-person, online or a combination Ideas to try
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| Two continuing education credits | Proof of completion in the form of a certificate or receipt | Proof of completion in the form of a certificate or receipt |
CCAA refresher workshops and shorter sessions Attend 3 CCAA Research Seminar Series Events live, online (1 hour each)* Live, online Rechnitzer Lectures also count as 1/3 of a CEC Other workshops will be considered on a case-by-case basis contact the CCAA Certification Coordinator. *Note: One CEC is granted for a minimum of three hours of learning. Webinars, seminars and workshops may be combined to yield one CEC. |
| Peer Observation | In-person |
In-person or online |
Online classes to review |
| Valid CPR |
Must be current at time of submission |
Must be current at time of submission |
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| Renewal Fee |
Paid online through MyCCAA |
$50.00 Paid online through MyCCAA Note: Renewals not submitted online will be charged an additional $50 administrative fee for procssing. |
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Note: Renewals not submitted through MyCCAA (mail, fax or email) will be charged an additional $50 administrative fee for procssing.
Questions about renewal? Contact the CCAA Certification Coordinator.
Our Promise
The health and well-being of CCAA course participants, trainers and staff is our top priority. We are committed to doing all that we can to support the physical distancing practices recommended by health authorities at all levels of government.
