This video will walk you through what you need to get started in your initial CFI training. These are the items that most people overlook when they start their training and take longer than expected due to not having a solid foundation. Be sure to post any questions you may have over any of the material in this video. I look forward to answering all of your questions as we take on this adventure together!

Learn about things such as:
Learning about a PTS versus the ACS
Other publications needed for the exam
Defining "Instructional Knowledge"
Creating and designing a Lesson Plans binder

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Shopping List
Binder usually 2.5 3” will work fine
Tabs / Dividers
Highlighters / Dry Erase Markers
Other items that you deem appropriate

FAA Publications:
Aviation Instructors Handbook
Airplane Flying Handbook
Pilots Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Instrument Flying Handbook
Risk Management Handbook
Private Pilot ACS
Commercial Pilot ACS
Flight Instructor Airplane PTS
AC 6165

This will get you started you may potentially add more depending on how well you prepare.