Join us for a Level 1 and Level 2 ACCT Certification Training at Camp Arnold!
Camp Arnold sits in the foothills of Mt. Rainier and we will be hosting a training by Signature Research November 3-5, 2025. This is a blended training, that includes a combination of on-site and online training, and includes testing for both Level 1 and Level 2 certifications. Accommodations and meals are included in the pricing below. Sunday night is included at no additional charge to accommodate those traveling. We will be housing guests in hotel style lodges with the choice of private or shared rooms. Meals will be selected by our resident Chef and will include hot lunches and dinners, and a great selection of do-it-yourself breakfast items.
To register for the training just click on the button at the bottom of the page.
Questions? Call or email Jeff Potts at jeff.potts@usw.salvationarmy.org or 253-847-2511. We hope to see you here!
Signature High Elements and Online Low Elements Training & Certification Testing
This is a 40-hour hybrid course that combines online learning with in-person testing for Low Elements, along with in-person training and testing for High Elements. The course is designed in alignment with current Challenge Course Operation Standards published by the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT).
*Please keep in mind that this will be a blended learning experience.
Level 1 Certification Course Description:
The Level 1 training targets the knowledge and skills to operate and manage risks of challenge course elements. This comprehensive course covers both Low and High elements, and includes curriculum regarding Inspections, Gear/Equipment, Belaying, Knot-tying, Low Element Facilitation, Experiential Theory, and Emergency Action Plans. At the conclusion, practitioner will have the tools to operate most educational/recreational course elements and the knowledge to test for Level 1 certification.
Certification Pre-requisites:
- Minimum age of 18
- No experience required (Level 1)
*This course is not intended to prepare you to train others. It focuses on core technical skill proficiency to prepare you to deliver routine programming (Level I).
Level 2 Certification Course Description:
The Level 2 training targets the knowledge and skills for responding to non-typical situations and participants and for the mentorship of other practitioners. The goal of Level 2 training is to equip practitioners with a range of practical tools as well as the critical problem-solving for problem-solving unusual or emergency scenarios. At the conclusion, practitioners will have the knowledge to test for Level 2 certification.
Certification Pre-requisites:
- Minimum age of 21
- 200+ hours of documented Program Delivery
- Documentation of past formal training and skills verification in challenge course operations from an ACCT Accredited Vendor.
*While this course is not intended to prepare you to train others, it prepares you to supervise and mentor other practitioners. (Level II)