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With ASA’s time-tested and trusted content, this convenient online, on-demand FAA-approved Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC) provides everything CFIs need to renew their flight instructor certificate for another 2 years. The comprehensive, internet-based curriculum consists of lessons with evaluation, resources, and course tracking, supported with professional multi-media presentations from the leaders in aviation training. This is a convenient home-study course that brings the classroom to the home or office and lets instructors renew at their own pace, and in the comfort and privacy of their own place.
Complete the ASA FIRC on all your internet connected devices for the ultimate in flexibility. Login from your desktop, laptop, smart phone, iPad or other tablet computer—the course knows where you left off regardless of which device you last used. Review all lesson components even after completion of the course to serve as a refresher, too, with access available for 24 months after your course registration date.
The ASA FIRC contents meet Advisory Circular (AC) 61-83 requirements and contain a full review of recent changes in rules and procedures affecting general aviation and flight instruction. Using the ASA FIRC ensures that instructors have the most current information, are aware of the FAA’s areas of emphasis, and receive the most innovative instructional techniques.
Paperwork processing is handled at no additional charge. Qualified graduates can either complete the renewal with their local FSDO or use ASA ’s ACR -approval.
Visit http://firc.prepware.com for a complete course description, frequently asked questions, and to get started.
System Requirements: Computer (compatible with both PC and Macintosh systems), tablet or mobile device (compatible with Apple and Android systems); an internet connection (high-speed connection recommended) and browser.
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