(Cherry Hill, NJ, July 16, 2007) --  American Chess University (ACU) announced that its next FIDE Trainers seminar will be held on August  1-2, 2007 in Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cherry  Hill, NJ in conjunction with the 2007 U.S. Open.
 
The educational workshop is designed for Teachers, Chess Coaches and  Trainers interested in improving their coaching skills and receiving  FIDE certification.  The program is led by noted chess masters and  educators, under auspices of FIDE.  Seminar participants may meet requirements for the following FIDE certifications: FIDE Senior Trainer, FIDE Trainer, FIDE Instructor, National Instructor and Developmental Instructor (see requirements at http://www.fide.com/news.asp?id=351).  The  seminar fee is $350 and does not include applicable FIDE certification fees. 

About American Chess University
ACU has created an intensive workshop designed for chess instructors and trainers. The course makes use of best practices in educational management and sports training as presented by leading FIDE Senior Trainers and specialists in education.  The value and influence of FIDE chess Trainers and Instructors has increased enormously in the  world-wide communication, economy, management and politics. The American Chess University enthusiastically joins the high standards of the Berlin FIDE Academy and other FIDE Academics world-wide.  Our mission is  to enable participants to obtain a strong knowledge-base of chess coaching  skills.

Any USCF Club or affiliate interested in hosting a FIDE Training Seminar is encouraged to contact the ACU office at [email protected].

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