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Dates: Monday, March 22, 2027 - Tuesday, March 23, 2027 from 9:30 am - 5:00 pm MT (2 Days)
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Event Type: Certification Exam
Location: Heavenly Ski Resort - California Base (Cafeteria)
Available Registration Packages (click for more info):
Event Registration - I am currently employed by a Ski School:
- First Chair Rate: $260.00 (available through Sunday, February 21)
- Second Chair Rate: $275.00 (available through Sunday, February 28)
- Last Chair Rate: $290.00
- CEUs: 12
Event Registration - I have completed the 5-day Intro to Snowsports Course:
- First Chair Rate: $260.00 (available through Sunday, February 21)
- Second Chair Rate: $275.00 (available through Sunday, February 28)
- Last Chair Rate: $290.00
- CEUs: 12
Spots Remaining: 12 (as of 15 minutes ago)
Prerequisites (exceptions to prerequisites can only be made through petition) :: Current PSIA-AASI Membership, Snowboard Level 1 E-Learning
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 2, 2027, 12:59 am MT
Your best chance of gaining a spot on the roster is by registering 3-weeks prior to the event. Rates will increase 2-weeks prior and again at 1-week prior to an event start date. Space in the event is based on the staff we have available and the capacity of the space/resort.
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Course Description:
About This Assessment
The Snowboard Level 1 Assessment evaluates your readiness to demonstrate competency in Level 1 against the PSIA-AASI National Certification Standards. Led by certified PSIA-AASI Western Region examiners, this assessment covers Professionalism & Self-Management, People Skills, Teaching Skills, and Technical Skills as applicable to this level. Passing earns your Level 1 Snowboard certification -- the foundation of the PSIA-AASI certification pathway and a prerequisite for specialty credentials.
Who Should Register
This assessment is for Snowboard instructors who have completed prerequisite preparation and are ready to demonstrate competency at the Level 1 standard.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Current PSIA-AASI membership
• Completion of the Level 1 E-Learning course (required prior to registering)
• Ability to safely ride all terrain through easy Black Diamond including freestyle terrain
Recommended Preparation:
• Review the Performance Guide and Certification Standards at thesnowpros.org
• Attend preparatory clinics offered by PSIA-AASI Western Region
What to Bring
• Relevant Performance Guide (available at thesnowpros.org)
• Certification Standards document for your discipline and level
• Appropriate equipment for all terrain included in the assessment
• Helmets are mandatory
How You Will Be Evaluated
Your performance is assessed against the PSIA-AASI National Certification Standards using a 6-point scale. For full details on evaluation criteria, review the Performance Guides and Certification Standards at:
• PSIA-AASI National: thesnowpros.org/education/standards
• PSIA-AASI Western Region: psia-west.org
Resources
Certification Standards & Performance Guides:
• PSIA-AASI National Certification Standards
• Snowboard Certification Standards
• People Skills Performance Guide
• Teaching Skills Performance Guide
Preparation & Education:
• PSIA-AASI Western Region Events
Member Account:
• My Account -- thesnowpros.org
Questions?
Contact PSIA-AASI Western Region Member Services: memberservices@thesnowpros.org | (303) 987-9390
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Event Registration - I am currently employed by a Ski School
- First Chair Rate: $260.00 (available through Sunday, February 21)
- Second Chair Rate: $275.00 (available through Sunday, February 28)
- Last Chair Rate: $290.00
CEUs: 12
Prerequisites (exceptions to prerequisites can only be made through petition) :: None
Registration Deadline Tuesday, March 2, 2027, 12:59 am MT
This package includes each of the following sections.
Lift Tickets (Choose 1 option):
- Will you need a lift ticket for this event?
Confirm Ski School (Choose 1 option):
- If you are currently employed by a snowsports school, please fill in the name of the school and your supervisor.
I have completed a minimum of 20 hours of resort lessons. If I have not completed this suggested prerequisite, I acknowledge this impacts my ability to be successful in a Level 1 assessment (Choose 1 option):
- Select yes to acknowledge you have read the above statement,Yes
* Information on number of spots remaining was last updated 15 minutes ago.
Event Registration - I have completed the 5-day Intro to Snowsports Course
- First Chair Rate: $260.00 (available through Sunday, February 21)
- Second Chair Rate: $275.00 (available through Sunday, February 28)
- Last Chair Rate: $290.00
CEUs: 12
Prerequisites (exceptions to prerequisites can only be made through petition) :: None
Registration Deadline Tuesday, March 2, 2027, 12:59 am MT
This package includes each of the following sections.
Confirm Level 1 Prep (Choose 1 option):
- If you are not currently employed by a snowsports school, please enter the date and location of the last day of the Intro to Snowsports Course.
I have completed a minimum of 20 hours of resort lessons. If I have not completed this suggested prerequisite, I acknowledge this impacts my ability to be successful in a Level 1 assessment (Choose 1 option):
- Select yes to acknowledge you have read the above statement,Yes
Lift Tickets (Choose 1 option):
- Will you need a lift ticket for this event?
* Information on number of spots remaining was last updated 15 minutes ago.
