About This Event

Day 5 is the culminating experience of the Introduction to PSIA-AASI Snowsports series -- a mock assessment simulating the Level 1 Assessment experience in a low-stakes, supportive environment. Also open to all PSIA-AASI members preparing for the Level 1 Assessment.

What You Will Gain

By the end of Day 5, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate skiing or riding and teaching skills in an assessment-format setting

• Use feedback from staff to identify development areas ahead of the Level 1 Assessment

• Leave with a concrete preparation plan for your certification

National Standards This Event Addresses

This event supports preparation for the PSIA-AASI National Certification Standards in the following skill areas. Not all levels listed below may be applicable to every participant -- focus on the level(s) most relevant to your current certification goals.

Professionalism & Self-Management

LI: Maintains a professional environment by demonstrating self-awareness and self-management.

People Skills

LI: Engages in meaningful verbal and non-verbal communication with the group as a whole / Identifies likely motivations and emotions of individuals and understands group dynamics.

Teaching Skills

LI: Plans learning outcomes and organizes progressive learning experiences relevant to beginner/novice students / Implements and adjusts a learning plan.

Technical Skills

LI: Applies the Technical Fundamentals to demonstrate techniques and tactics relevant to beginner/novice terrain.

Who Should Attend

Open to all current PSIA-AASI members. This event is excellent preparation for the Level 1 Assessment.

Prerequisites:

• Current PSIA-AASI membership

What to Bring

• Appropriate equipment for on-snow activities

• Helmets are mandatory

Questions?

Contact PSIA-AASI Western Region Member Services: memberservices@thesnowpros.org | (303) 987-9390