For CHEK Professionals
The CHEK Licensing Program
We've refined our licensing process to make it simpler and more straightforward than ever. Four licensing options — each designed to reflect your practice and packed with benefits to help you grow.
Why License?
CHEK Professionals set the bar in holistic health and fitness.
We want to ensure all our students stay ahead of the curve. The licensing program achieves two goals simultaneously: providing cutting-edge training and encouraging continued professional growth throughout your entire career — while rewarding you with tools to grow your practice.
Missed your renewal deadline by 30 days or more? Complete the Late Renewal Process below.
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How Do I Renew My License?
Follow these 5 easy steps to complete your CHEK license renewal.
Earn 15 PDCs
Earn 15 Professional Development Credits during your license period. Include course name, organisation, PDC value, and completion date on your application.
Complete the Application
Submit the CHEK License Renewal Application online or call our office to complete it via telephone.
Pay the Licensing Fee
Pay the annual fee as outlined for your license type. Applications will not be accepted without payment.
Obtain Requirements
Current hands-on CPR certification, current liability insurance, and any additional information required for your selected license.
Submit On Time
Submit your application on or before the date your license expires to avoid the late renewal process.
Choose Your License
The Four CHEK Licenses
Individual Professional License
For CHEK Professionals who do not have their own workspace — corporate gyms, online coaching, in-home visits. All students receive this license upon completing a course.
What's Included
- Printable CHEK Professional brochure
- Business card and letterhead templates
- Printable window decal with logo
- Digital logo for video, online, and print
- Monthly webinars and Q&A calls with faculty
- Printable assessment forms for IMS Level 1+
Professional Facility License
For CHEK Professionals who own their own facility (gym, studio, practice). Covers the owner plus facility. Additional CHEK Practitioners must also be licensed.
Requires: HLC Level 1 + IMS Level 1
What's Included
- Everything in the Individual Professional License
- Printable CHEK Professional Facility decal
- Ability to host CHEK Advanced Training Programs
Individual Medical License
For CHEK Professionals who are also medically trained professionals (Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy).
Requires: HLC Level 1 + IMS Level 1 + Bachelor's in a medical field
What's Included
- Everything in the Individual Professional License
- Printable CHEK Medical Professional decal
Medical Facility License
For medically trained CHEK Professionals who own their own facility. Covers owner plus facility. Additional practitioners must also be licensed.
Requires: Same as Individual Medical License
What's Included
- Everything in the Medical Professional License
- Printable CHEK Medical Facility decal
- Declare facility as CHEK Medical Professional Facility
- Ability to host CHEK Advanced Training Programs
Common Questions
Licensing FAQ
If you do not complete your license renewal, you will lose access to all benefits conferred by that license. You will also be required to complete the CHEK Institute Late Renewal Process to restore your standing as a CHEK Institute-Trained Professional.
If you did not choose to renew in 2018 or 2020, you may complete the Late Renewal Process at any time.
Contact the Education Department within 30 days of your renewal deadline to avoid losing your qualifications.
The Late Renewal Process helps CHEK Professionals regain their license. You don't need to earn PDCs — you simply pass the exam or submit a case history for the highest level Advanced Training Program you've completed in each ATP category.
5 straightforward steps:
1. Ensure you have current CPR certification and liability insurance (if applicable).
2. Click the Late Renewal button.
3. Complete the form and pay the US$120 fee.
4. Receive an email with exam details.
5. Pass the exam — we'll reactivate your status and email your new license.
If you are not current, you can complete this process at any time. Your license will be renewed for a one-year period starting when conferred.
If you work for someone with a CHEK Professional Facility License or Medical Facility License, have the facility owner contact us with your information and verification of employment so we can direct you to the correct form.
If the facility owner fails to maintain their license, all staff members will be responsible for acquiring an Individual Professional License at the regular fee.
Have questions about your renewal?
The CHEK Institute Education Department can assist with anything regarding the licensing program.