How do I get to be a certified instructor?
Important Dates
December 2020, Bulletin No. 220 submission deadline: Nov, 15, 2020
2021 PGI Convention in Fargo, ND: August 7-13 2021
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IMPORTANT NEWS
August 10, 2020
The 2021 PGI Convention is currently scheduled for August 7-13, 2021 in Fargo, ND.
2021 membership forms can be found on the Membership page.
September 26! Two major events taking place on the same day - check the"Events" page under Pyro Info
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There are three steps to becoming a certified PGI DOC instructor:
- You must be certified as a display operator yourself, by completing the PGI course and certification process.
- You must then assist in teaching a PGI DOC course in a significant role.
- You must then arrange to conduct a PGI DOC course as the lead instructor under the direct observation of an approved senior PGI trainer. We will help you find an eligible training supervisor. You must organize all aspects of the class:
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Scheduling
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Obtaining a facility and a shoot site
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Conducting the course and securing necessary additional instructors and assistants
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Ordering the books and exams and answer keys
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Proctoring the exam and sending the details class roster of all attendees, with their contact information, to training@pgi.org, noting WHICH of the attendees PASSED the entire course and exam
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Once certified as an instructor, you may offer further PGI DOC courses independently.
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Your instructor certification can be renewed upon request every three years when you renew your DOC certification.
You MUST remain currently certified as a PGI display operator to remain a certified instructor.