Thanks for posting that up AMEandPPL
I can only echo what Shunter has said. Demonstration of abillity is the way we need to go, not into yet more academics!
...Especially seeing as the practical approach has been succesful in other parts of the globe.
It really is harsh, because the scientifically constructed tests, manipulating the wavelengths of light etc etc...different hues etc etc....probably nail 75% of us to the wall....however in reality, with a practical test, I am certain that we'd be looking at 75-85% of CVD's passing, not walking out the door with their hopes and dreams destroyed.