CAREERS PACK Quality ski or snowboard instructor training program Internationally recognised certifications Opportunities to gain further instructor qualifications Great course mates at world class resorts AND ALSO A PAID JOB OFFER
WHY DO YOU WANT A PAID JOB GUARANTEE WITH A COURSE? Ski and snowboard instructor jobs are competitive and very hard to land Start earning within a month and stay all season long Spend months on the ski slopes, not weeks Better chance to do future seasons around the globe Valuable work experience to add to your CV/Resume I am level 2 certified now and spent lots of money getting here but I have applied for heaps of jobs and cant get hired anywhere! SKI SCHOOL EMPLOYERS WANT WORK EXPERIENCE Our Snow School receives hundreds of instructor applications every season. Outside the EA Internship Program we don t look at any unless they have a level 2 certification and at least one season experience behind them. WHATS INCLUDED IN AN EA COURSE? A GUARANTEED offer of employment as a Ski or Snowboard Instructor Deals on flights and travel insurance (through our partnership with STA Travel) Welcome Pack & team issue clothing Welcome orientation day & social events On hand EA Ski & Snowboard Training program manager Shared accommodation (all facilities included!) 3-4 Weeks of Professional on snow level one coaching Indoor technical and theory sessions Level 1 examination costs Annual membership to the PSIA / CASI (Skiers) or AASI / CSIA (snowboarders) Resort season lift pass Daily mountain transfers Advice on equipment and Instructor discounts at selected local shops
1. ORIENTATION Unlike other training programs, EA Ski & Snowboard Training ensure an experienced program manager are with the team from arrival, working with interns to sort tax numbers, mobile phones (for those who want them) and any other important items that will assist their transition into their first winter season. Meet the EA team Transition into your accommodation Get a run down on where and when to meet Finalise tax numbers, sort phone details Get your lift passes
2. TRAINING The EA ski training programs are developed to allow skiers and snowboarders to get qualifications and certification quickly, while developing skiing ability and allowing for loads of time on the slopes. Accommodation is provided so interns will live and train together during their introduction to winter working life. During your training interns will work with qualified instructors to understand the fundamentals for taking a ski lesson. From beginner ski coaching to providing excellent customer service and working as part of the wider resort team. The on snow training will include instruction and tips to improve the skiing or snowboarding abilities of all interns, in addition to workshop sessions to understand the certification curriculum so passing the exam is a breeze. Unlike other training programs your exam fees are included in your package so you can focus on getting the most out of training with the peace of mind that your exam fees are taken care of.
3. CERTIFICATION & QUALIFICATION EA Ski and Snowboard Internship and Instructor Courses allow you to obtain a range of globally recognised certifications. Depending on the country you achieve your certification in this will be accredited through one of the national organisations below. United States PSIA - The Professional Ski Instructors of America AASI - The American Association of Snowboarding Instructors Canada CSIA - The Canadian Ski Instructor Association CASI - The Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors New Zealand NZSIA - The New Zealand Snow Sports Instructors Alliance SBINZ Snowboard Instruction New Zealand Japan NZSIA - The New Zealand Snow Sports Instructors Alliance CASI - The Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors Switzerland Grimentz - BASI - The British Association of Snowsports Verbier NZSIA NZ Snow Sports Instructors Alliance LEVEL ONE CERTIFICATION The level one certification is for those entering the snow sports instruction industry. The exam focuses on the skills, knowledge and professionalism necessary to be an effective ski or snowboard teacher. Those that achieve this certification will be expected to competently teach snow sports to beginner to intermediate skiers and snowboarders. The level one exam is between three and five days long (depending on the certifying body) and will include on-hill teaching and demonstrations as well as a written theory component. At the end of the course you will be issued with a pass or fail result.
4. GUARANTEED JOB OFFER WHY DO YOU WANT A PAID JOB GUARANTEE WITH A COURSE? Ski and snowboard instructor jobs are competitive and very hard to land Start earning within a month and stay all season long Spend months on the ski slopes, not weeks Better chance to do future seasons around the globe Valuable work experience to add to your CV/Resume
HOW DOES IT ALL WORK? BOOK ONTO AN INTERNSHIP PAID JOB OFFER You will have a guaranteed paid instructor job before you arrive in your resort! LEVEL 1 EXAMS Sit and (hopefully) pass your Level 1 exams. Go out for a few beers with your mates ;) LEVEL 2 EXAMS Optional training to increase your earning potential, ability and future career ARRIVAL Meet your course mates, get settled, and start the instructor training program to get your certified START WORK & EARN MONEY Within 1 month into your season, you are able to start working and earning cash $$. Work hard and you will be rewarded! SEASON ENDS WHAT NEXT? SNOW CAREER OR GAP YEAR Many EA interns decide to do more winter seasons and make it a career. For some it is off to uni, back to jobs or just onto something new. Take on level 3 and further qualifications which increase your earning potential and let you travel the world in the dream job! Add your experience to your CV/resume and get a valuable work reference to improve chances to get ANY future jobs Opportunity to do future seasons and pick instructing back up at anytime you miss the snow