AimTo provide a national certification in the instruction and administration of the Paddle Canada Introduction to Kayaking, Instructor course.
The Introduction to Kayaking, Instructor Trainer is certified to:
- Conduct Paddle Canada Introduction to Kayaking, Instructor courses and certify Instructors at that level.
- Co-instruct with a Level-1 Instructor Trainer on a Level-1 Instructor course.
PrerequisitesPrerequisites are to be completed before the assessment process. Introduction to Kayaking, Apprentice Instructor Trainer must have:
- Skills Certification: Sea Kayaking Level-2 Skills
- Instructor Certification: Sea Kayaking Instructor Level-1
- Instructor Trainer Certification: None required
- Experience: As a Level-1 Instructor, taught two or more Level-1 skill courses.
Apprenticeship and AssessmentAssessment for Introduction to Kayaking, Instructor Trainer is achieved through the mentorship process.
- Apprentice on at least two (2) Introduction to Kayaking, Instructor courses.
- A Level-1 Instructor Trainer is required to assess an Introduction to Kayaking, Instructor Trainer.
- The Apprentice can work with the same Instructor Trainer on both courses.
More InformationFor a more detailed description of this level please refer to the related extract from the
Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Program Manual.
Introduction to Kayaking Sea Kayaking Instructor Trainer Please note that the above resource is for reference only. The syllabus or course policies may have changed slightly over time so in case of disagreement, refer to the latest version of the
Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Program Manual for the most up-to-date information.