"USA PPTA: Setting Standards for the way Platform Tennis is taught."

The PPTA has set a high standard of excellence for its members in the certification process and in subsequent continuing education efforts. The certification process has been designed to be challenging yet objective and fair.

Certification in the USA PPTA requires general knowledge of the sport that is gained from teaching it and playing it for an extended period of time. Certification questions are based on experience as a player and an instructor.

The PPTA Certification Exam includes testing applicants with a written exam covering all aspects of the game, an on-court examination of their teaching skills and a playing skills test. Professionals will be certified as a P1, P2, P3, P4 or Developmental Coach. After 6 months, applicants may upgrade to a higher level by re-taking the portions of the test where they previously scored too low.

While not necessary for certification, it is also recommended that platform tennis professionals have a strong knowledge of first aid in the event that injuries or emergencies occur at their facility. While there are many good resources for such information, the PPTA recommends that professionals attend Red Cross classes that deal with basic sprains and injuries, how to deal with accident situations, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).