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How to Become a Ski Instructor | Alpine Level I Certification – What to Expect (PSIA-AASI)

Alpine Level I Ski Instructor Certification | What to Expect + How to Prepare (PSIA-AASI) Thinking about becoming a certified ski instructor? Your PSIA-AASI Alpine Level I certification is the first step toward building a professional career in snowsports instruction in the U.S. — and this video shows you exactly what to expect. In this Certification Journey video, PSIA-AASI National Team members break down the Alpine Level I process so you can understand when you’re ready, how assessments work, and how to prepare with confidence. Whether you’re teaching your first lessons or planning your next professional step, this series helps remove the guesswork from certification. It's recommended to have at least 50 hours of training time under your belt ahead of taking your Level I assessment. IMPORTANT RESOURCES FOR CERTIFICATION PREP Become a PSIA-AASI Member https://members.thesnowpros.org/register Alpine Certification Info, Standards & Performance Guides https://thesnowpros.org/get-certified... Alpine Technical Manual https://www.mydigitalpublication.com/... Teaching Snowsports Manual https://www.qgdigitalpublishing.com/p... All Manuals https://thesnowpros.org/professional-... Find Training Clinics & Events Near You https://www.thesnowpros.org/events E-Learning Courses & Continuing Education https://lms.thesnowpros.org/ First Chair Podcast   / snowpros   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS VIDEO When to Go for Alpine Level I • Teaching beginner and novice skiers • Skiing comfortably on green and groomed blue terrain • Managing guest safety and lesson flow • Building foundational teaching confidence Level I certification focuses on strong fundamentals and effective teaching, not expert skiing. How the Alpine Level I Assessment Works: Skiing Skills • Demonstrating fundamental movements • Balance, control, and consistency • Ski performance appropriate for beginner instruction Teaching and People Skills • Guest-centered communication • Clear demonstrations and feedback • Creating positive learning environments Technical Skills • Understanding skiing fundamentals • Introductory movement analysis • Connecting teaching decisions to guest outcomes What Exam Day Looks Like • On-snow teaching scenarios • Group learning and coaching sessions • Skiing demonstrations • Examiner feedback How to Become a Ski Instructor | Alpine Level I Certification – What to Expect (PSIA-AASI) How to Prepare Before Your Exam • Attend training clinics • Work with trainers or mentors • Study certification standards • Practice teaching regularly WHOM THIS VIDEO IS FOR • New ski instructors • First-season snow pros • Ski school staff preparing for certification • Career changers entering snowsports • Anyone wondering how to become a ski instructor WHY ALPINE LEVEL I MATTERS Certification helps you: • Build teaching confidence • Improve skiing fundamentals • Create better guest experiences • Grow within the snowsports community ABOUT THE CERTIFICATION JOURNEY SERIES The PSIA-AASI Certification Journey Series explains every step of instructor certification across Alpine, Snowboard, Adaptive, Cross Country, and Telemark disciplines. Each video helps instructors understand expectations, preparation strategies, professional growth pathways, and next certification steps. LIKE if you’re working toward certification COMMENT with your Level I questions SUBSCRIBE for instructor education, certification tips, and snowsports insights PSIA-AASI — Creating Lifelong Adventures Through Education https://www.thesnowpros.org SEARCH KEYWORDS ski instructor certification, PSIA certification, how to become a ski instructor, alpine level 1 certification, ski instructor training, PSIA AASI alpine certification, ski instructor exam preparation, beginner ski instructor training CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction: Thinking About Alpine Level I 00:15 What Alpine Level I Certification Means 00:49 Setting Your Goals and Becoming a Member 01:19 Professional Knowledge Exam and Training Preparation 01:49 Registering for Your Level I Assessment 01:53 Study Resources and How to Prepare 02:23 What Happens on Assessment Day 02:53 Scoring System and How to Pass Level I 03:23 Opportunities After Certification 03:28 Professional Growth Pathways 03:58 Final Preparation Tips 04:08 Pro Tip: What Examiners Are Really Looking For