IYT Certification Cannot Be Purchased Without Training or Fast-Tracked


IYT certification cannot simply be purchased from an individual or third party. IYT certificates are issued only following the successful completion of the applicable theoretical and practical training, examinations, and assessments through an authorised IYT Partner School.

There is no option to fast-track certification by bypassing required training, examinations, assessments, or prerequisite certification levels.

Some authorised IYT Partner Schools may offer training programs commonly referred to as “Zero to Hero” programs. These programs provide a structured pathway through multiple levels of IYT training; however, they are not a shortcut to certification. Candidates must complete each applicable course in full, successfully complete all required theory and practical modules, pass the applicable examinations and assessments, and meet all certification requirements before progressing to the next level and before the applicable certificate can be ordered.

Candidates should verify that they are training with an authorised IYT Partner School and an approved IYT instructor. Authorised Partner Schools can be found on IYTNET under IYT Training Providers, and approved instructors are listed under the applicable Partner School's IYTNET listing.

If a candidate is offered an IYT certificate without completing the required training and assessment, they should not proceed or make payment and should report the matter directly to IYT Worldwide.

If there is any uncertainty about the legitimacy of an IYT Partner School, instructor, training program, or certificate, the individual should contact IYT Worldwide before enrolling or making payment.




For information on our course progression, check out our Recreational and Professional course progression pages.

To find a school, check out the map tool on our Find A School page.