Thank you for your interest in recertifying as an instructor with the NYS Older Adult Fall Prevention Program. This invite-only instructor training is for those who are committed to helping older adults prevent falls and stay independent.

Please review the following expectations:

• I will complete the entire recertification training.
• I am certified in Adult CPR. If not, I will recertify before I teach my first workshop after recertification. The Tai Chi for Health Institute (certifying organization) requires adult CPR certification of all instructors.
• Before the recertification, I will practice ALL the movements, as well as review the instructor handbook. I will complete all required paperwork and send to the Master Trainer.
• I will make sure my Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI) Annual Membership dues are current. Log into your TCHI account to pay/confirm your membership dues.
• I will teach each Tai Chi for Arthritis workshop for at least 16 sessions (16-24 is ideal). Either twice a week for 8-12 weeks, or once/week for 16-24 weeks. Research shows this schedule is best to prevent falls in older adults. The grant only supports this schedule.
• For every class series I teach, I will send the required evaluation forms in a timely manner. The funder (Administration for Community Living) requires this information to improve programs and measure success. For any data reporting questions, please contact FallsFree@stonybrookmedicine.edu.