INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
	The Inspector Certification Program is designed to test the knowledge of individuals working in the inspection field within the amusement industry. Certification is an outward demonstration of one's knowledge of general activities and technologies that are an integral part of a daily amusement ride program and his or her participation in such activities and programs. Certification is useful for securing additional business opportunities and jurisdictional accreditation as well as for personal development. There are three levels of inspector certification. Level I, Associate Ride Inspector (ARI) Level II, Certified Ride Inspector (CRI) Level III, Professional Ride Inspector (PRI) In order to achieve certification, an individual must provide verification of his or her experience and education and he or she must receive passing scores on the certification exams. The certifications are renewable. In order to maintain the certification, receipt of continuing education units (CEU), attendance in an AIMS-approved curriculum and/or involvement in the amusement industry must be documented. Level I (ARI) certification tests are offered in both English and Spanish. The AIMS Inspector Certification Program is an internationally recognized program for verification of knowledge and participation in the field of amusement ride inspection. When an individual achieves a Level III certification, it will be clear that person is a valuable asset to the amusement industry. A Professional Ride Inspector is a person who not only has gained knowledge with years of experience, but he or she also unselfishly gives back to the industry from which he or she has benefited. For more information and requirements call AIMS at 714-697-6654, or download the PDF file at the bottom of this page.
	MAINTENANCE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
	The Maintenance Certification Program is designed to test the knowledge of individuals working in the maintenance field within the amusement industry. Certification is an outward demonstration of one's knowledge of general activities and technologies that are an integral part of a daily amusement ride program and his or her participation in such activities and programs. Certification is useful for securing additional business opportunities and jurisdictional accreditation as well as for personal development. There are three levels of maintenance certification. Certified Maintenance Technician, Level I Certified Maintenance Technician, Level II Certified Maintenance Professional, Level III In order to achieve certification, an individual must provide verification of his or her experience and education and he or she must receive a passing score on the certification exam. The certifications are renewable. In order to maintain the certification, receipt of continuing education units (CEU) and/or involvement in the amusement industry must be documented. Level I certification tests are offered in both English and Spanish. The AIMS Maintenance Certification Program is the only internationally recognized program for verification of knowledge and participation in the field of amusement ride maintenance. When an individual achieves a Level III certification, it will be clear that that person is a valuable asset to the amusement industry. A Certified Maintenance Professional is a person who not only has gained knowledge with years of experience, but he or she also unselfishly gives back to the industry from which he or she has benefited. For more information and requirements call AIMS at 714-697-6654, or download the PDF file at the bottom of this page.
	OPERATIONS CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
	The Operations Certification Program is designed to test the knowledge of individuals working in the operations field within the amusement industry. Certification is an outward demonstration of one's knowledge of general activities and technologies that are an integral part of a daily amusement ride program and his or her participation in such activities and programs. Certification is useful for securing additional business opportunities and jurisdictional accreditation as well as for personal development. There are three levels of operations certification. Certified Operations Technician, Level I Certified Operations Technician, Level II Certified Operations Professional, Level III In order to achieve certification, an individual must provide verification of his or her experience and education and he or she must receive a passing score on the certification exam. The certifications are renewable. In order to maintain the certification, receipt of continuing education units (CEU) and/or involvement in the amusement industry must be documented. Level I certification tests are offered in both English and Spanish. The AIMS Operations Certification Program is the only internationally recognized program for verification of knowledge and participation in the field of amusement ride operations. When an individual achieves a Level III certification, it will be clear that that person is a valuable asset to the amusement industry. A Certified Operations Professional is a person who not only has gained knowledge with years of experience, but he or she also unselfishly gives back to the industry from which he or she has benefited. For more information and requirements call AIMS at 714-697-6654, or download the PDF file at the bottom of this page.
	AQUATICS OPERATIONS CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
	The Aquatics Operations Certification Program is designed to test the knowledge of individuals working in the aquatics field within the amusement industry. Certification is an outward demonstration of one's knowledge of general activities and technologies that are an integral part of a daily aquatics program and his or her participation in such activities and programs. Certification is useful for securing additional business opportunities and jurisdictional accreditation as well as for personal development. There is one level of aquatics certification. Certified Aquatics Operations Technician, Level I In order to achieve certification, an individual must provide verification of his or her experience and education and he or she must receive a passing score on the certification exam. The certifications are renewable. In order to maintain the certification, receipt of continuing education units (CEU) and/or involvement in the aquatics industry must be documented. The AIMS Aquatics Certification Program is the only internationally recognized program for verification of knowledge and participation in the field of aquatics. For more information and requirements call AIMS at 714-697-6654, or download the PDF file at the bottom of this page.

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