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The FPS (First Person Shooter) Certification is designed to certify Rescue Squad members with skills in ground combat. Similar to our Fighter Pilot Certification, candidates will undergo a series of exercises showcasing their combat abilities. The breakdown below provides an overview of each rank and the expected actions the candidate must complete to achieve that certification level.

PLEASE NOTE: Full adherence to the Rescue Squad One uniform policy is required. Failure to meet expectations will result in the removal or demotion of the certification level.


Badge	Certification Level	Cap
	LVL 1	Unlimited
	LVL 2	Unlimited
	LVL 3	Unlimited
	LVL 4	Unlimited
	LVL 5	5

FPS Certification Levels

FPS LVL 1

Achieving the first rank means the candidate demonstrates the basic skill sets of "FPS" gameplay. The candidate is able to complete a bunker mission on any planet without any casualties, including on-site civilians. The candidate will have completed the "Eliminate Drug Stash" bunker mission or another consignment mission at the discretion of the proctor.

FPS LVL 2

Upon achieving the second rank, the candidate will complete an assault scenario shooter room.

Experienced Players can skip straight to FPS LVL 2 if they can pass the test.

FPS LVL 3

The third rank is achieved after the candidate has successfully demonstrated their ability to breach and clear a ship in space with teammates. Opponents will be in a variety of armor sets.

FPS LVL 4

Achieving the fourth rank requires the candidate to successfully demonstrate their ability to respond to a beacon bait that involves a hostage situation. The candidate must showcase their ability to make smart tactical decisions in a scenario in which other lives are at stake.

FPS LVL 5

The fifth and highest rank is achieved after the candidate has shown exemplary skills in ground combat and has finished in the top 3 in Arena Commander matches. Unlike the previous ranks, this rank can be contested by a RANK 4 member who wishes to challenge the highest-ranked member for their spot in that rank.

FPS Gunny

FPS Gunny is for people certified to test members in the FPS Program. It is outside the normal FPS rank structure and exists in addition to it and not as a replacement or a tier above.

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-== FPS Combat Certification ==
+ [[File:Squadron 42 - Star Citizen Screenshot 2024.02.22 - 17.06.42.51.png|thumb]]
-These certifications are intended to verify that the player can handle themselves in basic combat situations around the verse. The lower ranks demonstrate the players ability to complete scenarios against NPCs in game. The higher levels will test the players ability to operate and lead a team of players in tactical situations.
+The FPS (First Person Shooter) Certification is designed to certify Rescue Squad members with skills in ground combat. Similar to our Fighter Pilot Certification, candidates will undergo a series of exercises showcasing their combat abilities. The breakdown below provides an overview of each rank and the expected actions the candidate must complete to achieve that certification level.
-== Rank Outline ==
+'''''PLEASE NOTE: Full adherence to the Rescue Squad One uniform policy is required. Failure to meet expectations will result in the removal or demotion of the certification level.'''''
-'''Level 1:''' Demonstrate basic firearms proficiency by completing a bunker mission (Provide Backup or Evict Illegal Occupants) solo with Org’s primary weapon.
-'''Level 2:''' Demonstrate advanced marksmanship, shot placement and tactics by completing an “Evict Illegal Occupants” contract at a Caterpillar crash site using only a sniper rifle other than the Behring P6-LR.
-'''Level 3:''' Demonstrate knowledge of heavy weapons by eliminating bunker turrets using a heavy weapon from the rear of a moving Cyclone.
-'''Level 4:''' Demonstrate understanding of basic call-outs and instructions by leading and completing an Orison Platform mission with a L4+ FPS certified player, or member of command, with zero teammate fatalities.
+{| class="wikitable"
-{{Pico|PicoSays=Reaching Level 4 authorizes the member to wear the RS1 Heavy Variant Uniform according to the Uniform Policy.}}
+|+
-'''Level 5:''' Demonstrate ability to lead others by using tactics, marksmanship, and call-out instructions by leading a team of 2-3 L3+ FPS certified players to complete an Orison Platform mission and a Hurston Derelict Outpost mission with zero teammate fatalities.
+!Badge
+!Certification Level
+!Cap
+|-
+|[[File:FPS1.png|thumb|100x100px]]
+|LVL 1
+|Unlimited
+|-
+|[[File:FPS2.png|thumb|100x100px]]
+|LVL 2
+|Unlimited
+|-
+|[[File:FPS3.png|thumb|100x100px]]
+|LVL 3
+|Unlimited
+|-
+|[[File:FPS4.png|thumb|100x100px]]
+|LVL 4
+|Unlimited
+|-
+|[[File:FPS5.png|thumb|100x100px]]
+|LVL 5
+|5
+|}
-'''Level 6:''' Demonstrate PVP FPS skills and knowledge by defeating a L5+ ranked individual in 1v1 FPS combat, best out of 3 rounds.
+== FPS Certification Levels ==
-'''Level 6*:''' A leader board is created for top five PVP FPS individuals with special rank/award given while they remain in the top five.
+==== '''FPS LVL 1''' ====
+Achieving the first rank means the candidate demonstrates the basic skill sets of "FPS" gameplay. The candidate is able to complete a bunker mission on any planet without any casualties, including on-site civilians. The candidate will have completed the "Eliminate Drug Stash" bunker mission or another consignment mission at the discretion of the proctor.
-== Rules of Certification ==
+==== '''FPS LVL 2''' ====
+Upon achieving the second rank, the candidate will complete an assault scenario shooter room.<blockquote>Experienced Players can skip straight to FPS LVL 2 if they can pass the test.</blockquote>
-* Ideally, all engagements against AI must be completed on a server with an average fps of 8 or more. This won't prevent a certification from occurring, however.
+==== '''FPS LVL 3''' ====
-* All certifications must be witnessed by an a Level 4+ FPS certified member or member of command.
+The third rank is achieved after the candidate has successfully demonstrated their ability to breach and clear a ship in space with teammates. Opponents will be in a variety of armor sets.
-* Certification Observer (L4+ or member of command) has the right to grant a pass or fail based on game bugs if they believe the applicant has overcome the task.
-* Game bugs or glitches do not affect Level 6+ certification, and members must overcome all circumstances presented, intended or otherwise.
-* Ranks up to Level 6 will require recertification every 180 days in order to remain. If an individual fails to re-certify, they will drop one level.
-* The use and wear of the Heavy Armor uniform variant, as unlocked at L5, can be withdrawn if the Uniform Policy is not adhered to as written by the medic.
-* For Level 6 certification, the individual asking to level up does not select the competitor to PVP against, officers and other L6 individuals will come together to identify the challenge.
-* Points to be observed during L4 and L5 testing will be Leadership (giving orders), Communication (clear concise statements), Situational Awareness (enemy call-outs), and a Calm Mind (patience and lack of stress).
-== Level 6* Certification ==
+==== '''FPS LVL 4''' ====
+Achieving the fourth rank requires the candidate to successfully demonstrate their ability to respond to a beacon bait that involves a hostage situation. The candidate must showcase their ability to make smart tactical decisions in a scenario in which other lives are at stake.
-* Level 6* is awarded to only the top five players on the FPS PVP leader board.
+==== '''FPS LVL 5''' ====
-* To be placed on the leader board, an individual must be L6 and challenge someone already in the top five.
+The fifth and highest rank is achieved after the candidate has shown exemplary skills in ground combat and has finished in the top 3 in Arena Commander matches. Unlike the previous ranks, this rank can be contested by a RANK 4 member who wishes to challenge the highest-ranked member for their spot in that rank.
-* The winner of the challenge will gain, or hold onto, the L6* award.
-* If someone ranked L6* loses the challenge, they will have the L6* award removed, but will retain the L6 certification.
-* If the challenger loses the challenge, they will remain at L6 and have a one week cool down before being able to challenge again.
-* If you are challenged to a 1v1 you are not allowed to decline the challenge and will have to partake in the request within the next 15 days or lose automatically.
-* If you do not show up to the challenge for any reason you will lose the challenge
-* If a person takes part in a challenge, they cannot be challenged for one week after the last challenge.
-* Grenades and heavy weapons are restricted unless previously agreed upon by both combatants.
-== Level 4 & 5 Grading ==
+== '''FPS Gunny''' ==
-Levels 4 and 5 are graded on a subjective rubric to gauge the abilities of the candidate. The abilities under quest are as follows:
+FPS Gunny is for people certified to test members in the FPS Program. It is outside the normal FPS rank structure and exists in addition to it and not as a replacement or a tier above.
-* Leadership
-* Communication
-* Situational Awareness
-* Calm Mind Under Fire