certification & reimbursment Details

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Certification Opportunities:

Okemo supports your development as a professional instructor. Our professional trade organization, Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI), offers certifications, continued learning opportunities, and a community for all instructors. Learn more about PSIA/AASI Eastern Division and how you can become a member here.

 Certification based pay increase

Process:

 how to submit for reimbursment

email: plnovom@vailresorts.com with the following details.

  • Proof of Passing: A certificate or scorecard.

  • Proof of Purchase: A receipt or invoice. Download an invoice from your profile at www.thesnowpros.com

Instructors who successfully complete certification (levels 1, 2 or 3), Children’s Specialist (1 or 2) or divisional tryout (such as Dev Team) are eligible for reimbursement of exam fees for successful days and the minimum pre-requisites* (Alpine and Snowboard are eligible for reimbursement as secondary disciplines.)

Reimbursement amounts are based on the requirements and fees of your PSIA/AASI division. Please see the above for more details.  Reimbursements will be paid in the current season.