Ski Patrol
Ski Patrol Training From The Best
It’s hard to imagine a job that gets more exciting than becoming a Ski Patroller.
Responsibility, urgency and calmness under pressure means it can be challenging– not to mention a physical and mental test. Having said that, you’ll be working in some of the most amazing landscapes imaginable. And as a first responder, you’ll be doing one of the most rewarding jobs there is – saving lives.
The path to Ski Patrol can come from many avenues, but there is no better way than starting with a Ski Patrol Course. It will train you in all the elements you will need. As well as giving you valuable mentoring with an active Ski Patrol team. At the end of your course you will have received enough training and qualifications to make you a valuable asset to any Mountain Rescue.
Unlike a Ski Instructor, there is no international governing body for Ski patrollers, with every country and resort having its own requirements. There are though, several main factors that you will have to prove to even be considered. To know more, read our dedicated page about Ski Patrol Qualifications.
Ski Patrol Course
5th Jan 2022
From £6975
Our unique, all-inclusive Ski Patrol Courses provide all the training, skills and practical experience necessary to work in emergency response as a ski patroller anywhere in the world.
All required Ski Patrol qualifications
Patroller Training Program Certificate (Peak)
Non-Urban Occupational First Aid 3 (NUOFA 3 – Peak)
Occupational First Aid Level-3 (OFA Level-3 – WorkSafe BC)
CPR Level C for Healthcare Providers (CPR HCP – Heart & Stroke Foundation)
Non-Urban Cardiac Arrest Management: AED Protocol (NUCAM – Peak)
Advanced Protocol Training Program (Peak)
Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (Canadian Avalanche Association)
Ski Patrol Training from the best
Training from the pros
Our Ski Patroller Training Courses are provided with Peak Emergency Response Training and endorsed by the Canada West Ski Area Association. Peak has been delivering emergency response and management training for professional ski patrollers, search & rescue personnel, CAT and heli-ski guides since 1998.
Level of expertise that exceeds most other first responder training
Expertise advice & experience
Our ski patrol training programs provide the necessary skills and knowledge to efficiently manage incidents and administer patient care in situ – the low temperatures, rugged terrain and remoteness of the snowy backcountry.
Mountain activities bring recreation enthusiasts to outdoor and remote locations, where the advanced pre-hospital care provided by paramedics may not be accessible, or their response time significantly delayed. Our Ski Patroller Training Programmes bridge the gap between incidents and pre-hospital care, saving critical time by assessing and providing medical response to patients in immediate need of intervention.
12 days Ski Patrol mentoring
Mentor your skills from the best
The Ski Patrol Training programme includes 12 days mentoring with the Patrollers and Avalanche Technicians in resort. So not only will you be familiar with the theory – you’ll have a chance to put your knowledge to the test, and get invaluable insight and advice from seasoned vets.
40 hours of tuition per week
Weekly tuition
The variety of modules and courses throughout the programme vary in length, from half-days to 11 or 12 days. On average you will receive 40 hours of tuition per week.
At the end of the programme, you’ll be qualified to work with Panorama Ski Patrol as a volunteer.
Specialist equipment and reading materials
All the equipment you need
Specialist equipment is provided for all ski patrol course modules and some reading materials during the course are provided.
Not included in the course price is the core textbook. Outdoor Emergency Care – 5th Edition costs approx £89.99 and must be purchased prior to the course start date.
Be ultra-employable
Combine Ski Patrol with an Instructor Course
Choose an extended 11 week course and you can gain a CASI Snowboard Instructor qualification or CSIA Ski Instructor qualification to add to your CV. Instructors have to be patient, dedicated and great with people – all skills which are just as, if not more vital, when working with Ski Patrol.
Likewise, when it comes to competing for instructor jobs, having a certification like the Peak Ski Patrol will make all the difference when it comes to getting your head above the crowd. So whether or not Ski Patrol is something you want to pursue, the course will stand you in great stead when it comes to getting a prime position on the slopes.
