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CSIA level 1 Course Fee?

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Jeewoo_14
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I know that on the mountain on which I wish to take the CSIA level 1 course, the fee for the course is $400 CAD. I've heard somewhere that you get your money back if you pass the course. I know it doesn't make sense but $400 does seem like a lot of money. Can anyone confirm this please?
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PacificRimJob
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Can't you just get a job on a mountain as an entry level instructor? and they'll set you through your course progression?

I mean that's what I did..
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thepastapalace
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You don't your money back, just a shiny new cert. Its worth it for pro deals though
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Jeewoo_14
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What do you mean by pro deals??
thepastapalaceYou don't your money back, just a shiny new cert. Its worth it for pro deals though
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Jeewoo_14
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Is that available on every mountain? I'll have to look into that. What's the difference between entry level instructor and level 1? Thanks
DingoSeanCan't you just get a job on a mountain as an entry level instructor? and they'll set you through your course progression?

I mean that's what I did..
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-arc-
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Well to dispell any rumours, no you don't get your money back. You're probably too late to get a job at any of the resorts as most of them hired ages ago. However, ask around and if any of them are still looking, they'll probably be semi keen to give you a job after you do your level one.

Anyway, your level 1 is a great course and it provides a great frame work for thinking about your own and others skiing. Good luck!
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skiP.E.I.
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Jeewoo_14I know that on the mountain on which I wish to take the CSIA level 1 course, the fee for the course is $400 CAD. I've heard somewhere that you get your money back if you pass the course. I know it doesn't make sense but $400 does seem like a lot of money. Can anyone confirm this please?

There's no refund from the CSIA. Depending on what mountain you work at, they may give you a rebate, but usually you only get the money if you return the following season.
You can apply for CSIA scholarships but they've already been awarded for this year.
Talk to the snow school director wherever you're working and they will tell you if you can be eligible for a refund.
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skiP.E.I.
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DingoSeanCan't you just get a job on a mountain as an entry level instructor? and they'll set you through your course progression?

I mean that's what I did..

In Canada you have to be certified as an instructor before you can get even an entry level instructing job. At many resorts in the rockies they won't even consider your resume unless you have CSIA level 2 minimum.
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Jeewoo_14
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I've already got a winter job this year but I'm looking to take the course this year. Thanks for the response though!


P.S. Still haven't mounted those 4FRNT skis I asked you about last year haha. Will be doing that within a few days
-arc-Well to dispell any rumours, no you don't get your money back. You're probably too late to get a job at any of the resorts as most of them hired ages ago. However, ask around and if any of them are still looking, they'll probably be semi keen to give you a job after you do your level one.

Anyway, your level 1 is a great course and it provides a great frame work for thinking about your own and others skiing. Good luck!
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Jeewoo_14
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Oh I see. Yea I couldn't find anything on hiring before taking the course, thank you for the clarification!
skiP.E.I.In Canada you have to be certified as an instructor before you can get even an entry level instructing job. At many resorts in the rockies they won't even consider your resume unless you have CSIA level 2 minimum.
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-arc-
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Jeewoo_14I've already got a winter job this year but I'm looking to take the course this year. Thanks for the response though!


P.S. Still haven't mounted those 4FRNT skis I asked you about last year haha. Will be doing that within a few days


Enjoy! They're pretty versatile ski's imo. Super fun in the park, and great out on the mountain, I've taught for two years on them.
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xxACIDTRIPxx
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Jeewoo_14What do you mean by pro deals??


People get sponsored when they do the course, and thus get sussed with "pro deals" look it up on the websites.
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skiP.E.I.
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Jeewoo_14What do you mean by pro deals??


Once you are certified and have an account with CSIA, there's a list of corporate partners on their website that show you what discounts you are eligible for. Also I'd recommend for anyone working in an outdoor profession to make an account on outdoorly.com. They consolidate a whole raft of pro deals in one place based on your qualifications.
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Jeewoo_14
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Is it true that members have to pay a renewal fee every year? If so how much is it?
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CalumSKI
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thepastapalaceYou don't your money back, just a shiny new cert. Its worth it for pro deals though


The pro deals aren't even that great
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