RIA Advanced Designation – Alternative Prerequisite Request

Designation Path
Select the designation and prerequisite for which you are requesting alternative consideration.
Alternative Course Information
Must be equal to or greater than the RIA prerequisite contact hours selected above.
Required Documentation
Upload a comprehensive syllabus or document outlining course learning objectives and instructional scope.
One file only.
128 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
Upload documentation showing successful completion of the course.
Upload your course completion certificate.

If the certificate date is within the last 5 years, no additional documentation is required. If the certificate date is older than 5 years, you will be asked to upload documentation showing the certification has been maintained or renewed.
One file only.
128 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
Is the completion date shown on your certificate within the last 5 years?
Required only if the certificate completion date exceeds 5 years.
One file only.
128 MB limit.
Allowed types: txt, rtf, pdf, doc, docx, odt, ppt, pptx, odp, xls, xlsx, ods.
Learning Objective Alignment Statement
Provide a detailed explanation describing how this course aligns with:

• The RIA prerequisite learning objectives  
• The Certified Restorer Body of Knowledge  
• Relevant industry standards (IICRC, OSHA, EPA, etc.)  
• Technical competencies covered  
• Applied learning components and assessments  
• Depth of instruction relative to required contact hours  

Responses should demonstrate clear alignment with the selected designation pathway.