What type of skier must I be to take a Level 2 course?

The Level 2 Ski Instructor Certification is for anyone who has passed the Level 1 Certification or the Snow Park Certification. Level 2 candidates will be exposed to groomed and ungroomed blue terrain.

How much does the Level 2 Certification program cost?

Information about program fees can be found on the Program Schedule.

I'm interested in taking a Level 2 course this year. Where do I register?

All Level 2 courses can be registered for at snowpro.com, using our Program Schedule.

I took the Level 2 Exam and was unsuccessful. What should I do next?

If you were unsuccessful in meeting the standard on either or both portions of the Exam (Ski and/or Teach), you will not be required to attend the Skier/Teacher Development course again. When coming back for a re-test, you will not be examined on the portion you’ve passed already; you will be re-tested on your failed portion only. You can take a re-test on any scheduled Level 2 Exam. To register, please see our Program Schedule.

I've passed my Level 2 and want to take another program. What can I take?

Level 3 Certification, Snow Park Certification, and Pro Days are your next possible steps. Check out our Certification Pathway for more information or see our Program Schedule to register.

CSIA LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATION

The Level 2 Certification program is for any CSIA Member who has achieved the Level 1 or Snow Park certification and is looking to advance their effectiveness and know-how in creating great learning experiences for Snow School guests. The program is an opportunity to improve ‘situational teaching’ skills, and combine practical ski teaching methods, technical understanding and development, and improvement of guest service skills.

PREREQUISITES:

CSIA Level 1
OR Snow Park Certification
OR ACA Entry Level Certified status
OR ACA Development Level Trained status

DURATION:
2 days for Skiing Development
2 days for Teacher Development
2 days for Exams

Skiing and Teaching “Tracks”

The Level 2 program is offered in Skiing and Teaching “Tracks”. To acquire the complete Level 2 Certification, Members must take the development course in each of Skiing and Teaching Tracks followed by the related Exam. Independent development in either track is also possible. For example, upon completion of the Level 2 Teacher Development (2 days), a Member can proceed to the Level 2 Teaching Exam (1 day) only, if they choose. The same is true of the Skiing Track.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The CSIA Level 2 Skier Development course is designed to develop participants’ skiing skills to a consolidated level of performance on groomed and ungroomed blue terrain in a variety of turn types.

Participants will benefit from a solid two days of collaborative ski improvement.

What you’ll learn:

CSIA Technical Concepts and 5 Skills Framework
Long-term development strategies
Level 2 Ski Exam performance criteria

Candidates will receive coaching on their skiing and help prepare you for the Level 2 Ski Exam. They will also receive suggestions and strategies for long-term development.

How you can prepare:

In addition to the prerequisites listed above, some involvement with a Snow School is highly recommended, as the benefits of knowledge gained through first-hand teaching experiences are substantial. In preparation, consider attending a Pro Day or Pro Session, which offer training opportunities to hone your skiing and teaching skills.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The two-day Level 2 Teacher Development course is designed to develop and practice teaching approaches and strategies that address a broader range of student skill levels.

What you’ll learn:

Safe teaching
Canadian Teaching Approach
Assessment and development using CSIA Technical Concepts
Level 2 Teach Exam performance criteria

Practice teaching opportunities within your group will help you try new ideas, gain insight into the effectiveness of your approach and prepare you for the Level 2 Teach Exam.

How you can prepare:

In addition to the prerequisites listed above, some involvement with a Snow School is highly recommended, as the benefits of knowledge gained through first-hand teaching experiences are substantial. In preparation, consider attending a Pro Day or Pro Session, which offer training opportunities to hone your skiing and teaching skills.