How long does it take to become a ski patrol?
Six weekends (12 days) of training are required, in addition to an additional Fourteen days of skiing with an experienced patroller to see how things really happen. The more time you spend on the mountain, the better.
How do you become a ski patrol in Switzerland?
Switzerland. The easiest way to become a ski patroller in Switzerland is by participating at one of the ski patrol courses provided by Seilbahnen Schweiz (SBS).
Is it hard to get a ski patrol job?
It’s easy enough to sign up for ski-patrol training and qualifying courses—provided you live near a resort mountain. The hard part: actually passing the test and earning the privilege of wearing one of those cool red jackets.
How good do you have to be to be ski patrol?
Professional patrollers must have strong alpine, telemark or snowboarding skills and the stamina to ski every day, all winter long—whether there’s a blizzard or subzero temperatures. When called upon, patrollers must successfully negotiate any terrain or snow conditions.
Are ski patrol paid?
According to Glassdoor, the average ski patroller wage is $12/hour, with the average range being between $10 and $15. Some resorts do pay better than others. For instance, Aspen Skiing Company pays $23-26/hour and Park City Resort pays $15-16/hour.
How do you get hired for ski patrol?
Requirements
- You must first contact a local patrol, or the patrol you wish to work for.
- Pass a Ski/Ride evaluation (some patrols require this).
- Once the Patrol Director approves your application, you must join the NSP as a Candidate via the NSP Member website.
- Successfully complete the OCE Course.
How do you become a ski patrol in Wisconsin?
Here are the steps it will take you to start down the journey of a ski/snowboard safety professional.
- Fill out the patrol application.
- Attend the “ski along” with the patrol in February.
- Attend the orientation meeting, where you learn about the time and financial commitments.
- Begin Outdoor Emergency Care Course.
What certifications do I need for ski patrol?
Typically, ski patrollers are trained to the National Ski Patrol’s (NSP) Outdoor Emergency Care certification or have Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) licenses. A CPR certification is essential. Many EMT or Outdoor Emergency Care courses include this training within their course curriculum.
Are Ski Patrol paid?
Can Ski Patrol take your pass?
They can’t hold you or do anything. They have the authority to a) pull your card/ pass b) call the cops and charge you with tresspassing and whatever else you were caught doing and c) be nice, or be douches. if a ski patrol guy physically touches you, it is assault brotha!
What do ski patrollers carry?
Mandatory Equipment
- 3 triangular bandages.
- 2 sterile 4X4 dressings.
- 10 non-sterile 4X4 dressings.
- 2 5X9 sterile combine dressing.
- 4 oval sterile eye dressings.
- 1 sterile occlusive dressing.
- 5 band-aids.
- 1 each of 1” & 2” adhesive tape rolls.
