Training synopsis
Ski Teacher (ISIA), consists of the following training modules;

• Common Theory
• Technical Training & Assessment
• Teaching Training & Assessment
• BASI Mountain Safety
• Alpine Development Coach or Alpine Freestyle Development Coach L1&2
• Sports coach UK  Modules
• Second Language
• Second Discipline

In order to give students more support and direction before they embark on the highest level courses, the Common Theory course will now act as an introductory course, coming in before the Technical and Teaching module. We strongly recommend that this module is completed first but this is not mandatory. The focus of the Common Theory course will be on providing the tools required to deal with the elite performance necessary for Ski Teacher standards. This will include a Sports Psychology presentation, including tactics for dealing with stress during performance and development of endurance.

Pre-requisites

• Alpine Level 2 Instructor certificate
• Attended a refresher training course in the last 3yrs
• 200 logged teaching hours
• Valid first aid and emergency procedure certificate

PLEASE NOTE: The 200 logged signed teaching hours must have been completed between successful completion of the Level 2 Instructor course and commencement of the Technical or Teaching modules of the Ski Teacher (ISIA) course. Hours must be submitted to the BASI office 2 weeks prior to attending these modules. Please do not send your application without this. These hours can be completed on a dry slope.

BASI Mountain Safety
Please refer to the "Common Section" for all information and dates for this course.

Common Theory
Please refer to the "Common Section" for all information and dates for this course.

Alpine Development Coach Level 1&2
or
Alpine Freestyle Development Coach Level 1&2
Please refer to the "Coaching Section" for all information and dates for these courses.

Sports coach UK Modules
Students must complete the following two modules:

Introduction to Structure of the Body - Understanding the structure of the body is essential if you are to teach correct technique, develop effective training programmes and minimise the risk of injury. This home study pack will make you more effective at all these essential coaching tasks. Exercises will help you learn the structure and functions of the skeleton, the muscles and the joints. Practical tasks will assist you in applying this knowledge to the analysis of techniques and the development of training programmes specific to your sport.

Contents:
How the Muscles Move
Muscle in Action
The Performer in Action
Main Muscle Groups

Introduction to Sports Physiology - A knowledge of how the body functions during exercise will enhance your coaching. It will help you to understand exactly what you are asking your performers to do. This pack is written to help sports coaches understand performance. It describes how energy is created and used in the muscle, how the physiological demands of your sport can be assessed, and how to devise training programmes that meet the specific needs of your performers. This information will help you to devise more effective training programmes and sessions.

Contents:
Overview of the Oxygen Transport System
Coping with Exercise
Training Oxygen Transport and Utilisation
Energy

These courses can be undertaken by distance learning.
Coach wise Tel: 0113 201 5555 www.1st4sport.com
PLEASE NOTE: To pass this module, you will need to send proof of purchase to the BASI office.

Second Discipline
The ISIA minimum standards require a second discipline as part of the qualification. As of May 2006 completion of the Level 1 Instructor course in any of the BASI Disciplines is the minimum standard for this requirement.

200 Teaching Hours
The 200 logged signed teaching hours must have been completed between successful completion of the Level 2 Instructor course and commencement of the Technical or Teaching modules of the Ski Teacher (ISIA) course. Hours must be submitted to the BASI office 2 weeks prior to attending these modules.

Second Language
The time of old workbooks is over! The second language test is now a verbal test aiming at assessing BASI members' communication skills in French, German, Spanish and Italian. This can be done either over the phone or in person with a member of staff or a trainer. The assessor will be bilingual or/and have a degree in the chosen language to be tested. However if you have a grade B in a foreign modern language at GCSE or higher you can forward a copy of your certificate to BASI by 1st January 2010 to gain exemption from this test. For more information on the second language verbal test click here

Outcome
On successful completion of all training, students will have developed their technical competence and understanding of the underlying principles of ski teaching. The Ski Teacher (ISIA) licence qualifies the student to teach up to parallel skiing and beyond. This includes techniques and tactics for bumps, steeper terrain, higher speeds and variable conditions within marked pistes and off piste on marked routes. Individuals may be required to resit all or part of the modules.

Certification and Issue of Ski Teacher (ISIA) Licence
Ski Teacher (ISIA) licence, which is renewable annually, can only be issued to a student who has fulfilled the following conditions.
The student must:

• Have completed and passed all aspects of Ski Teacher (ISIA) training.
• Hold a current First Aid certificate issued by an organisation recognised by the Health and Safety Executive. The course must be a minimum of 2 days long or 14hrs long.
• Have paid the current subscription fee.
• Have attended refresher training or another BASI training course.

Training Materials
All students are strongly advised to purchase a copy of the BASI Alpine and Generic Manuals before attending a course.

Course Dates
Please note that all course dates are on-snow dates, i.e. they do not include travel time to and from the course. Almost all of the courses run on snow from Monday through to Friday but many will start with a Sunday evening briefing (apart from the Off-Piste which is 6 days and starts with a Saturday evening briefing). Two week courses have a two day weekend break in the middle of the course. Students may if they wish take this opportunity to attend a BASP First Aid course. Some courses have optional accommodation and travel packages available.

Insurance
Insurance, it is NOT included in the cost of the course. Students are responsible for obtaining winter sports holiday insurance.  The Marjory of these policies which are available to the general public, do not cover the BASI course fees.

BASI Associate and Full members have access to a fantastic offer for a specially-negotiated and designed, worldwide annual multi-trip insurance policy to cover the specific requirements of BASI members training, working, instructing, or teaching winter sorts activities.  The offer is accessible by clicking on 'insurance' in your members area.

•  Always read the small print of your insurance policy document.