In my view the removal of the restriction is far too easy. I agree with the post suggesting 500 hours minimum experience before the removal. I believe that you only gain enough experience by having instructed through all the seasons in this country because the met conditions are so varied. You have to gain experience in judgment which takes time and just cannot be speeded up. i also believe it is appropriate to do another test for the removal of the restriction, because now the examiner can actually test your instructional ability and technique, whereas first time round he is only testing for potential. I agree with Beagle that a course would be a good idea too.