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CADS Certification Pathway

CADS offers a bottom up approach to certification programs, touching each competency and ensuring ways for instructors to offer value at each skill level. Our programs also help to develop a rich set of instruction skills in each member at a pace that reflects the participants' lifestyle and involvement.


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Are you motivated by the desire to make a difference? Do you have a passion for teaching and a love for dynamic, inclusive environments? If so, our certification program seeks individuals like you. Our courses are tailored for volunteers eager to develop their instructional capabilities, enhance safety, and promote the joy and freedom experienced through our programs.

Certification That Sets You Apart: CADS Level 1 Certification

Achieving our CADS Level 1 Certification marks the beginning of your journey as a certified instructor with us, allowing you to contribute significantly to our community. Here are the key components of the 3 1/2 day certification process:

1. One-Day On Snow Training: CADS Ski Methodology

This is a deep dive into the methodologies that shape successful instructors. This comprehensive day of training is designed to lay the foundational knowledge of teaching techniques specific to adaptive snowsports, ensuring you are well-prepared for the practical aspects of instruction.

2. Half-Day Neurodiverse Presentation

A crucial part of our curriculum focuses on understanding and supporting neurodiverse participants. This session equips you with the insights and skills needed to create an inclusive, understanding, and supportive environment for all neurodiverse learners.

3. Two Days - On Snow Evaluation

Experience the core of our certification process with two intensive days on the snow, where you will be evaluated across four critical modules:

Your Path to Certification Starts Here

Join us in our commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and empowerment. Our certification program is more than just an educational experience; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, contributing to a community that values inclusion, respect, and fun.

Are you ready to take the first step? Contact us today to learn more about how you can become a certified instructor and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.


CADS CERTIFICATION LEVELS

Thinking of becoming a CADS Certified Instructor to help support and include students of all abilities on the hill? There are two pathways to follow. The ski certification pathway or the snowboard certification pathway. The crossover certifications allow instructors to utilize both platforms.

Ski Certification Pathway


Level 1 Details

Level 1 Complete Certification

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Level 2 Details

Level 2 Complete Certification

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Level 3 Details

Level 3 Complete Certification

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Level 4 Details

Level 4 Complete Certification

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Snowboard Certification Pathway


Level 1 Details

Level 1 Complete Certification

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Level 2 Details

Level 2 Complete Certification

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Level 3 Details

Level 3 Complete Certification **

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Level 4 Details

Level 4 Complete Certification **

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** Certification is currently under construction.

CADS Instructor Certification Program:


NATIONAL

CADS training and instruction is consistent and supported coast to coast.

CONSISTENT

Programs are consistent with CSIA, CASI methods and Alpine Canada Long-Term Skier Development.

SUPPORTED

Supported and encouraged through over 1600 Certified Members and over 1500 Volunteers across Canada.

DEVELOPMENT

Encourages succession planning for Course Conductors, and senior Examiners, while fostering continued development.

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CADS Inspirations

Don't take our word for it!

My son Jamie participates in CADS because he needs a little extra help on the hill. CADS has helped him get past the challenges of autism and find freedom and success on the hill. CADS has been a life changer not only for Jamie, but for our whole family!

Jamie's Mom

I loved getting to meet all sorts of different people, and getting to know my CADS Ski Instructors at Festival. They were so kind, helpful, and so much fun to be around. Now... let’s talk about that award. Canadian Skier of the year! Never in a million years did I think I would receive an award like that in my life. I still struggle to wrap my mind around it! It was a great honor, and certainly a huge surprise.

Kate Gibbs

The 'all inclusive nature' of the CADS organization (Instructors, volunteers, athletes and families) are diverse, and we truly felt that all were inclusive. There seemed to be no judgement of others. This is something most groups strive for, but as you know rarely can achieve.

Karen and Brad Benoit

Canadian Adaptive Snowsports

Fun Inclusion Respect

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