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Avalanche Pro Level 1
American Alpine Institute

Avalanche Pro Level 1

American Alpine Institute ETPL
The Avalanche Pro Level I Course develops an understanding of snowpack formation and metamorphism. Observation guidelines and recording standards for factors that influence and indicate snowpack stability are presented. Avalanche formation and release are discussed. A stability analysis and forecasting process is introduced. This course is designed for those who have an interest in expanding their knowledge and understanding of snow stability and snow stability factors. It is ideal for snow safety and guiding professionals and people interested in these and related careers. The Pro Level I serves as a prerequisite for Avalanche Pro Level II courses.

Visit the program website Erin-Leigh Hardy Vocational School Manager (360) 671-1505 erin-leigh@alpineinstitute.com

Financial information

Total tuition

$1,849.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Bellingham

Instructional methods

In-Person Variable Sites

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

5 Days

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

N/A

Credits

40

Clock Hours (Total)

Additional details

Award name

Certificate of Completion

Education Prerequisites

None

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

  • Completion of an AAA recognized Level 1 course for students pursuing the Professional track
  • Completion of an AAA recognized Avalanche Rescue course (available starting in late 2017)
  • One winter season (20 days or more) of relevant experience, demonstrated through one of the following:
    • Prior avalanche work experience or
    • A supervised unpaid work internship in the guiding/avalanche industry,supported by a letter of reference or
    • Winter backcountry travel experience supported by documented trip planning and recorded field observations that contributed to avalanche hazard assessment and personal avalanche risk management or 
    • Letter of Recommendation from professional member or
    • AAA Membership, Affiliate or Professional

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

Employment performance results

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Top industries for graduates

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Student characteristics

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.