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Become an RSES Certified Trainer

To become an RSES Certified Trainer, an individual must meet the below qualifications:

  • All RCTs must operate under the specifications of the RSES Code of Ethics.

  • All RCTs must be an RSES CM (Certificate Member), RSES SM (Specialist Member) or RSES CMS (Certificate Member Specialist).

  • RCTs must be capable of:
    • Planning lessons, including outlines and learning objectives;
    • Establishing and maintaining a good learning environment;
    • Delivering a training message and instruction effectively;
    • Establishing a measurement system for student learning.

  • RSES expects each RCT to refrain from teaching topics for which he/she is not fully qualified by training, education and experience.

  • SES expects each RCT using self-created training materials (approved by the RSES Education Committee) to provide a minimum 20 question exam/test/quiz (based on the learning objectives for that course) for a one-day session for each student in order to assess student comprehension. Seventy percent (70%) correct will be considered a passing score.


Visit RSES Certified Trainer Requirements and Guidelines for additional information.

To become and RSES Certified Trainer, submit the RSES Certified Trainer Application and payment to RSES, 1933 N Meacham Rd., Suite 225, Schaumburg, IL 60173-6152.

If you have questions, please call RSES at 800/297-5660 or 847/297-6464, or e-mail general@rses.org.

PO Box 248
Arlington Heights, IL 60006-0248

Toll Free: 800.297.5660
P. 847.297.6464
F: 847.297.5038

RSES is the leading education, training and certification preparation organization for HVACR professionals.