Important notes:
1) certified rank examinators (CRE) are no longer used, validated or recognized. All references to the certified rank examination certification has been removed.
2) all USJA black belts are now capable of solo rank examination upto one rank below their own thru godan.
3) no examination or promotion fees for all kyu grades.
4) the honor system is being used with coaches to validate a students time in grade and appropriate knowledge level.