Cross Country Education and Certification

Candidates will be assessed on their demonstration of skills acquired during the Level 1 Exam Prep. Candidates will participate in on-snow activities for both Classic and Skate disciplines. Expect to be on Classic skis in the AM and Skate skis in the PM.

The first day will primarily be a workshop clinic, allowing the group to refine their skiing skills through the use of video analysis, feedback from the group leader, and interaction within the group. Teaching methods, drills, etc. will also be covered. The second day will include the teaching presentations by the exam candidates along with more skill refinement and technical discussions. Each candidate will be given a personal evaluation by the group leaders at the conclusion of the event.

Prerequisites for L1 on snow exam:

• Attend and complete the Level I Virtual Exam Module.
• Complete the PSIA AASI Central Cross Country Workbook. (see Educational Resources below)–  prior to the start of the exam. (Completed workbooks should be sent in no later than 5 days prior to the event. All workbooks can be submitted to the event coordinator or emailed to submissions@psia-c.org. It is recommended that you bring a copy to the event.)
• Completed E-Learning Module. Click here to access the course: Delivering the Beginner Experience – Cross Country
• Be familiar with National Standards and the PSIA-AASI discipline manuals (see Educational Resources below.)
• Check the Certification Pathway Requirements below for additional requirements.

This program tests an instructor’s skiing skills, teaching ability and technical knowledge.

Prerequisites for L2 on snow exam:

• The Level 2 Exam Prep Clinic is recommended.
• Be familiar with National Standards and the PSIA-AASI discipline manuals (see Educational Resources below.)
• Complete the PSIA AASI Central Cross Country Workbook. (see Educational Resources below) — prior to the start of the exam. (Completed workbooks should be sent in no later than 5 days prior to the event. All workbooks can be submitted to submissions@psia-c.orgor mailed to the Central Office at P.O. Box 2144, Frankfort, MI, 49635.
• Check the Certification Pathway Requirements below for additional requirements.

This program tests an instructor’s skiing skills, teaching ability and technical knowledge. This exam requires excellent people, teaching, and technical skills. Successful candidates will demonstrate expertise at or above level 3 standards

Prerequisites for L3 on snow exam:

• The Level 3 exam prep is recommended.
• Be familiar with National Standards and the PSIA-AASI discipline manuals (see Educational Resources below.)
• Complete the PSIA AASI Central Cross Country Workbook. (see Educational Resources below) — prior to the start of the exam. (Completed workbooks should be sent in no later than 5 days prior to the event. All workbooks can be submitted to the event coordintor or emailed to submissions@psia-c.org. It is recommended that you bring a copy to the event.)
• Check the Certification Pathway Requirements below for additional requirements.

This assessment-based certificate course is offered to PSIA-AASI certified instructors. The course will help you understand how children; think, feel about themselves, interact with others, and move as they grow and develop. You will see how this understanding can be creatively applied to Beginner/Novice into Intermediate Zone lessons. You will have the opportunity to share your knowledge with the group and compare it to the National Standard.

Prerequisites for XC CS1 exam:

• PSIA-AASI certification
• Be familiar with Cross Country Children’s National Standards and the PSIA-AASI discipline manuals —  including  the Children’s Instruction Manual, Improving Student Engagement – Give’ em what they C.R.A.V.E. (see Educational Resources below.)
• Watch this video before completing the XC CS 1 Workbook
• Complete theCS1-XC Workbook-2018-19 Form Ext (Must be completed and submitted by 5 days prior to the event.)
• Check the Certification Pathway Requirements below for additional requirements.