Marine Corps COOL

CREDENTIALING OPPORTUNITIES ON-LINE

Credentialing Opportunities On-Line helps Marine Corps service members find information on certifications and licenses related to their military occupation and civilian careers to further their personal and professional development.

The Marine Corps’ Credentials Program Office administers a funding program that will pay for eligible credentialing exams, recertification fees, and maintenance fees.

Marine Corps COOL has suspended the 6-months remaining in-Service requirement for credential funding. You may receive credential funding support up to 60 days prior to separation. All exam requirements and reporting of results to Marine Corps COOL must be completed not later than 60 days prior to end of Service obligation.

This certification is eligible for credentialing assistance

This certification is related to jobs in STEM

This credential is highly attainable

Reimbursement for exam fees for this credential has been approved for payment through the GI Bill.

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CREDENTIAL

CERTIFIED RUNNING TECHNIQUE SPECIALIST

The Certified Running Technique Specialist (Pose Method) credential is for any individual who needs be able to provide an effective instruction on running skill, analyze and correct technique deficiency and provide feedback. In the military, this credential is most useful to those in positions of leadership. In line with injury prevention, readiness and human performance optimization initiatives, this certification enables the recipients with a critical skill to support and promote injury prevention and physical readiness. Industry-recognized credentials are often the key to a successful transition to civilian employment.

Technical certification
Open book online exam
90 min
3 attempts
Passing score 75%

Recommended for: Enlisted, Senior Leaders

To register for the Certification Exam and apply for credentialing assistance click on the ‘Request Quote’ button and fill out the form. The quote will be emailed to you immediately. Save it and proceed with the outlined Credentialing Steps on Marine Corps Cool page.

Questions? Contact us for assistance.

1. REQUEST QUOTE

To get started, click on request your quote and fill out the form. You will need this quote to begin the funding request.

2. REQUEST FUNDING

Once your receive the quote, complete the Certification and Licensure Funding Request Form and apply for the credential funding you need.

3. COMPLETE CREDENTIAL

Once you receive funding, you will need to register for the exam directly on our website and get access to your account to begin certification exam to earn your credential.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Military Service Obligation

Credential Funding In-Service Requirement Changed

Marine Corps COOL has suspended the 6-months remaining in-Service requirement for credential funding. You may receive credential funding support up to 60 days prior to separation. All exam requirements and reporting of results to Marine Corps COOL must be completed not later than 60 days prior to end of Service obligation.

What are the eligibility requirements?

What does Marine Corps COOL approve the funding for?

The Credentialing Assistance (CA) program will pay for

credential examinations,
renewals,
maintenance fees, and
other mandatory examination administrative fees

How to Study for this Certification Exam?

There are several online courses that could assist you. Some of the courses provide an introductory level of information, while others contain in depth educational info and training videos, as well as pre-recorded lectures, follow-along routines and quizzes.

Click here to review additional resources and information on how to prepare for this certification exam online.

What Fees Are Associated with this Credential?

Certification Exam: $890

Recertification: $295

Recertification Cycle: Every 5 years starting from the date of the original certification