I understand by experience and renewal, but not sure about prof check
Renewal = A valid Rating is not held (your current case)
Requires an assessment of Training Needs, and hence a "Course Completion Certificate",
before an LPC with an Examiner.
No other options
Revalidation = Rating still valid and wanting to continue maintaining it valid for another
period without break.
No training required, so no "Course Completion Certificate" required.
For SEP two revalidation options available:
- An LPC with an Examiner at any time.
- Revalidation by Experience (gained during the second year of validity)
Both (as you discovered) requiring an Examiner to then complete the paperwork
(sign your Ratings page) to 'action' the Revalidation.
The difference is between Renewal and Revalidation.
Not between "Reval by Experience" and "Reval by Prof Check"