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Popular certifications

The qualifications most skiers pursue for a gap year or career in ski instruction.

CSIA

CSIA Level 1

Entry-level certification qualifying instructors to teach beginner skiers. Common qualification for working holiday programs.

BASI

BASI Level 1

Entry-level qualification restricted to indoor snowdomes and dry slopes in the UK. The first step toward a career in ski instruction.

CSIA

CSIA Level 2

Intermediate certification and the standard for working holiday visa positions. Qualifies instructors to teach intermediate skiers internationally.

BASI

BASI Level 2

The working standard for seasonal employment in European and global ski schools. Qualifies instructors to teach intermediate skiers on marked pistes internationally.

CSIA ISIA Stamp

CSIA Level 3

Advanced certification meeting ISIA Stamp standards. Qualifies instructors to teach advanced skiers in varied terrain including off-piste.

BASI ISIA Stamp

International instructor qualification meeting ISIA Stamp standards. Requires mountain safety qualification and second language proficiency. Qualifies instructors for full-time work teaching advanced skiers in varied terrain.

Country guides

Everything you need to know about teaching in Europe's top ski destinations.

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