Level 1
Foundations
Core concepts, safety, space environments, systems literacy, and the baseline required for applied work.
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Readiness should be earned,
visible, and reviewable.
The STAR Certification Framework gives RedMars a structured way to connect learning, practice, simulation, and evidence without presenting course completion as operational competence.
A framework for demonstrated capability.
STAR turns learning into a visible path: foundations, applied disciplines, systems operations, advanced specialization, and evidence that can be reviewed.
STAR is in development. External recognition, accreditation, and adoption are not claimed unless they are later verified and approved.
Level 2
Applied Disciplines
Discipline-specific practice across mission operations, ground systems, space systems, and technical electives.
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Level 3
Systems and Crew Operations
Integrated systems judgment, crew coordination, procedures, anomaly response, and mission execution.
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Level 4
Advanced Specialization
Focused advanced tracks for specialized operational, engineering, and crew-ready capability areas.
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Academic
For programs that want learning objectives connected to applied readiness evidence.
Engineering
For builders turning systems knowledge into design judgment and technical practice.
Mission Operations
For operators training procedure, telemetry, communication, and decision discipline.
Astronaut
For future crew candidates building evidence across knowledge, systems, operations, and human factors.
Assessment
Evidence over attendance.
Knowledge is the beginning, not the finish line.
Practical work should leave evidence that can be reviewed.
Simulation should connect decisions, telemetry, outcomes, and debrief.
Progression should be legible to learners, educators, and partner organizations.
Every capability must clearly state whether it is available, beta, planned, research, or in development.
FAQ
Clear status. Clear claims.
Is STAR externally accredited?
No. STAR is presented as a developing RedMars framework, and no external recognition is claimed.
How is competence demonstrated?
Through structured learning, practical exercises, simulation artifacts, review, and progression criteria.
Can organizations review STAR?
Yes. RedMars is seeking subject-matter review, validation, and partnership conversations.