Q: What are my continuing education requirements?
A: Members have a couple of options: Take a one day ASEA - C on snow event every season, or a two day ASEA - C on snow event every other season. Members can alternate dryland clinics and two day on snow events for their continuing education.

Q: Does an examination clinic count towards my education?
A: Yes.

Q: How often can I take a dryland clinic?
A: A member can only take a dryland clinic once every four years for education credit. Beyond that, a member can take as many dryland clinics as they desire.

Q: Is there different continuing education requirements for students?
A: Yes. Active Students must attend an education event every four years.

Q: How much credit do I get for attending an approved NON- ASEA- C clinic?
A: Members only get ONE SEASON worth of credit no matter how many days the clinic runs.

Q: How do I apply to get credit for a NON- ASEA – C Event?
A: You must fill out a NON- ASEA – C request form and have it approved prior to attending the clinic. Requests submitted after the event is over will not be considered.

Q: How do I get credit for attending an event in another ASEA region?
A: You can get credit by turning in the “Attendance Verification” form to our office or have that region contact us verifying your attendance.

Q: Can I take a certification clinic in another ASEA region?
A: A member may take a certification clinic in another ASEA region only if permission has been granted. If the member is granted permission, they must meet all requirements for the exam as set by that division. ASEA-C automactically allows members to become Adaptive Level 3 Certified in another ASEA region, as long as they meet the certification requirements, since it is not offered in Central.

Q: How often may I attend events in other ASEA regions and receive credit for my participation?
A: Members may only receive credit for clinics outside the Central Division once every four years.

Q: What are my options if I cannot attend an event this season and I am due for my education?
A: You have a few options depending on the circumstances, they are as follows:

1. If you are teaching – you can apply for an education waiver. Members are granted FOUR waivers for the lifetime of their membership. Waivers must be requested for the current or future season. Waivers cannot be used for past years. The cost of the waivers are:

1st Waiver – FREE
2nd Waiver - $50.00
3rd & 4th Waiver - $100.00 EACH

2. If you are not teaching – you can apply for INACTIVE STATUS. Members who have taught for more than 10 years can apply for ALUMNUS STATUS. Both Inactive and Alumnus mean the same thing, however, Alumnus indicates the length of one’s teaching career as a ASEA – C member. You are not required to pay National dues or attend education events, but are encouraged to participate. You shouldn’t let your education lapse for more than four years or you will be in danger of losing your certification.

Q: Are any of the exams open book?
A: No. All exams are closed book.

Q: If I am taking an exam, is it necessary for me to list a second and third choice on the Education Event Application?
A: No. It is understood that it is your intention to become certified and you are not required to list a second or third choice on your application. This option is for individuals who only need to fulfill their continuing education credits.

Q: Do I have to have my written exam done prior to the on hill examination?
A: FOR ALPINE LEVEL 1 EXAMS: It is not necessary, but it encouraged to take your exam ahead of time.
A: FOR LEVEL 2 & 3 EXAMS: You must have your written exam done prior to applying for the on hill exam. If you send in your application prior to passing your written exam, your application will be returned. Please see the next question about taking written exams before attempting the on hill examination.
A: FOR SNOWBOARD EXAMS: You cannot take the written exam prior to the on hill examination. The written exam is part of the two day examination process.

Q: How may I take an exam ahead of time if I don’t live close to the ASEA- C office or I cannot get to another event prior to the event I am signed up for?
A: FOR LEVEL 1 EXAMS ONLY: You can have your ski school director contact our office and request us to send them an exam which they may administer to you.
A: FOR LEVEL 2 & 3 EXAMS: You can contact your Alpine Administration for your division to locate an examiner to administer the exam to you. See the "Who's Who" Section of the PSIA-C website.

Q: When I take my written exam, how long are the results valid prior to completing the onhill portion of my certification?
A: The results are valid as long as the member maintains good standing within ASEA – C.

Q: If I fail the written portion of an exam, how long must I wait before I can test again?
A: You must wait until the next available event you can attend to retake the exam as administered by an Ed Staff Member.

Q: (LEVEL 2 ALPINE) If I fail the skiing or teaching portion of the exam, what is the cost to come back to retest on the portion I failed. What day(s) should I attend?
A: The cost is $150.00 for three days. Individuals must pass two of the three days to become Alpine Level 2 certified.

Q: (LEVEL 1 ALPINE/SNOWBOARD) How is the two day LEVEL 1 Certification Examination conducted?
A: The first day is an overview of what is expected of a level 1 Instructor. The second day is testing of teaching and skiing ability. The written exam is administered on the second day at 8:00 A.M.

Q: What time are written exams administered for levels 1, 2, and 3?
A: Exams are administered on the second day of an event at 8:00 A.M.

Q: If I am a certified level 2 or 3 in one discipline, may I skip the level 1 in another discipline?
A: Yes.

Q: If I am multi- certified, how often must I take continuing education for each discipline?
A: You will need to take an educational event at least every four years for each discipline in which you are certified. Some people are now certified in many disciplines and may need to double up on their education to keep current.

Q: What is the Central Division using for study guides for Alpine Level One?
A: We are encouraging those becoming Alpine Level One certified to purchase “Core Concepts for Snowsport Instructors”, and the “Alpine Technical Manual”. You can also purchase "Alpine Entry - Level Guide For Children's Instruction," and the "Children's Instruction Manual". These manuals and others will soon only be available for order through the National website. Check our office for availability of these books.

Q: What study materials do I need to study from for Alpine Levels 1, 2, & 3?
A: The “Core Concepts for Snowsport Instructors”, "Alpine Technical Manual", and the "Children's Instruction Manual".

Q: Are there other educational materials I should study in addition to the SNOWBOARD MANUAL for my certification?
A: The “Core Concepts for Snowsport Instructors” can be used along with the Snowboard Manual. You can also download mini study guides for Levels 1, 2, & 3 from the "FORMS" menu of this website.

Q: What is the youngest age at which a person may become ASEA – C certified?
A: 16 years old.

Q: What is the youngest age at which a person may take an education clinic?
A: 15 years old. Individuals must be at 16 years old to take examination clinics.

Q: What is the cost of attending an Unscheduled Event?
A: The cost for an Unscheduled Event is $30.00 in addition to the regular cost for the clinic. (i.e. Level 1 Exam is normally $150.00 – Unscheduled Level 1 Exam is $180.00)

Q: What are the requirements for the Level 1 Exam?
A: Ten hours of instructor training or teaching. Also the back of the event application needs to be signed by your ski school director verifying your training or teaching.