Visual Adaptive Level 3 On Snow Assessment

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Date: Monday, February 23, 2026 from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
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Event Type: Certification Exam

Location: Mt. Bachelor

Registration Information:
– First Chair Rate: $175.00 (available through Sunday, February 1)
– Last Chair Rate: $190.00
– CEUs: 6

Prerequisites: Current PSIA-AASI Membership

Registration Deadline: Monday, February 2, 2026, 11:59 pm

This event has been cancelled.

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Online Registration: CLOSED

Offline Registration: Contact the region office.

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Course Description:

The Adaptive Visual Level 3 On-Snow Assessment evaluates teaching and guiding of blind and low-vision students at the PSIA-AASI Adaptive Level 3 National Standard. Level 3 candidates guide confidently in demanding terrain and conditions and can develop a student toward truly independent, dynamic skiing.

WHAT TO EXPECT

– Advanced guiding – Guide safely and smoothly in steeps, bumps, trees, flat light and variable snow, adjusting position and cueing to the situation.

– Independence-focused teaching – Build the student’s own terrain reading, tactical decision making and self-reliance rather than relying solely on the guide.

– Leadership – Train and direct other guides, manage group guiding scenarios, and act as a resource within your school.

Adaptive Level 2 visual certification is a prerequisite. Review the PSIA-NW Adaptive Certification Guide and bring a completed Cog-VI Development Log.

Additional Event Details:

Know Ahead

Make sure you are familiar with, and know, the appropriate section(s) of the Adaptive Certification Guide and the National Adaptive Standards. And that you have talked with your trainer on expectations and your readiness for the exam.

The resort is generously supporting this program by providing lift tickets only for those who do not hold a season pass at the area.

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