CalNeva Level I and CIIT Climbing instructor training

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To train and certify Scouting America climbing instructors. The Scouting America requires two certified Scouting America climbing instructors for units to hold their own climbing events, one who needs to be a Level II instructor.  The second instructor can be a Level II or can also be a Level I instructor.  A Level I certification is a great starting point for someone new to climbing who would like to eventually attain Level II.   It is also available adults 18 and older .  Scouts 16-17 can take the course and qualify for Climbing Instructor In Training Certification.    Both Level I and CIIT are valid for 1 year from course date.

This course provides training for people who are interested in teaching Scouts how to climb and rappel at the Unit, District or Council level. This group might include those interested in becoming Climbing Merit Badge Counselors, Council Climbing event support,  natural rock outings.  Level I certification or equiv is a requirement to take Level II training

Overview: Although climbing has its risks, the Scouting America utilizes Climb On Safely and Scouting America climbing instructor training so that we have fun and safe climbing. Scouting America Climbing is based on the Belay On climbing manual used by COPE and Climbing.

Who can attend:  This course is being offered by Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council on behalf of the Cal-Neva Climbing Collaboration.  The course uses Belay On as the foundation for instruction and conforms with NCAP standard SQ-409.  You must be a Scouter from a Cal-Neva Climbing Collaboration council to attend the training.  Current collaboration members are Silicon Valley Monterey Bay, Golden Empire, Golden Gate Area, Redwood Empire, Marin, Greater Yosemite, Pacific Skyline , Sequoia and Piedmont Councils

Requirements:

• You must be at least 18 years of age to be certified as Level 1.  (If you are 16-17  you can qualify as Climbing Instructor in training)
• Be registered with the Scouting America in one of the Cal-Neva member councils
• Current with YPT
• Have a Scouting America Medical form parts A, B
• Meet the BMI chart in part C of the medical form at the time of the course.

Class size:

• Class size is limited to 30 participants

Successfully completing the course:  Please note that attendance alone does not guarantee certification:  Participants will receive an evaluation and given a final examination.  Certifications for Level 1 are valid for 1 year from the course completion date.

There will be some online prerequisites in addition to the onsite session. Online courses must be complete before the class to get your certificate

Certification descriptions

• Level I Instructors are climbing instructors ages 18 and older and are valid for 1 year
• Climbing Instructors in Training are scouts 16-17 years old and are valid for 1 year

Where:  Chesebrough Scout Reservation . Chesebrough is located at 26005 Big Basin Way, Los Gatos, CA 95033.

When:   Level I (and CIIT)  course will be held Saturday February 22nd

• Check-in:  7 AM. (Instruction will start at 8:00 AM.,  (breakfast not provided.)
• Check-out: Our target is to be completed by 5 PM
• Meals:  Lunch will be provided.

Cost:     $50

Course Format:

There will some online sessions, in-person class sessions and outdoor sessions at the climbing wall .

Equipment will be provided, but you can bring your own helmet, harness and shoes if they meet UIAA Standards.

Notes:

More details will be provided prior to the course.  Every online session must be completed prior to the course or you will not be allowed to participate in the class.

For questions, please contact climbing@SVMBC.org

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