they can also make a better version of the novice training, like say call it advance combat training and have it test the awareness of the player (advanced dodging, rngbased aoes/attacks, etc.), introduce many of the reused mechanics (like gaze, tether intercept, stop/donothing from a10s, etc.) and the like, and dps check or enrage.

and then give players a title for clearing the new training course as proof they can atleast adapt to mechanics and do decent dps. they can show this as proof when they enter PF so the party can be sure they are competent enough.