The academic curriculum for CRT includes all the Colleges, as well as the FAQ, Glossary, and enhanced content found in the CRT E-Seminars.  CRT candidates must score at least 90% on the final exam to earn TU Certification.  In addition, candidates must complete a minimum of 500 hours work experience as an apprentice to a retail Tobacconist.

In the pursuit of excellence, learning never ends.  TU Certified Tobacconists are required to stay abreast of tobacco technology and product developments.  Reading  relevant trade journals, catalogs, newsletters, and receiving and reading TU's continuing education materials is essential to maintaining the standards of  certification.