Gradings Compliancy
The following key points need to be adhered to if rank gradings or tests are to be run and results recognized.
1. The actual minimum rank allowed to administer grade tests or gradings is 5 Dan although it is preferable for the examiner to be a full Master level or 6 Dan.
2. Senior members who join the network who have previously graded their students can be allowed to continue doing this providing they adhere to the SOP proper and the familiarization template before being qualified as an approved Examiner.
3. Due to our reciprocal arrangements with both WTF and ITF, certified holders of both Geup (ITF) and Dan grades under TKD CDK can apply for respective ITF and WTF certification (KKW and KCDK) providing they comply with the respective rank's technical requirements. Final approval lies with the respective issuing bodies.
4. The initial Examiner Familiarization Program (EFP) begins with the respective examiner candidate sitting with a current approved Examiner for a minimum of 3 official Gradings (3 months spacing minimum) for hands-on experience and tutelage.
5. Upon having the necessary observer experience, the candidate Examiner needs to attend an Examiner Qualifying Seminar (EQS) to be conducted by the CI or his representative.
6. Having passed the Examiner Seminar, the appointed Examiner (probationary) isl then able to conduct 3 official gradings for ranks up to half the Geup levels (i.e. 12 to 7 Geup).
7. If feedback is positive, the (now qualified) Examiner will then be able to grade up to 1 Geup.
8. Only those with a minimum rank of a 6 Dan Master are allowed to administer Dan rank gradings.
9. Unless waived, the CI or his representative needs to be present for ALL Dan tests.
10. Test procedures are standardized, and need to be followed closely.
11. It is the primary objective of the test to determine publically to one and all if the candidate is ready and worthy of the rank tested for; tests are not to be used as a "rubber stamp" for promotion.
12. TKD and HKD Examiner qualification are separate and need to be obtained independently of each other.