ACA Paddlesport Facilitator Endorsement (PSF)

Online

FROM:$50.00

Months of Operation:

January-December

Duration:

3 Hours

Begins:

Variable

Age Requirements:

Age 18+
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Overview & Highlights

The Paddlesports Safety Facilitator (PSF) instructor endorsement certifies current Level 1-2 ACA paddlecraft instructors to be able to teach a Paddlesports Safety Facilitator Program. The PSF program teaches basic safety and paddling knowledge, as well as simple rescue skills for their respective paddle discipline (e.g., kayak, canoe, raft, etc).  This certification allows the instructor to introduce paddlecraft safety and knowledge to the beginner paddler in a land-based setting. Fundamentally, we expect that Paddlesports Safety Facilitators should have the ability to manage groups, have background knowledge of paddling safety and environmental hazards, and the ability to effectively maneuver their craft in order to perform and demonstrate competent rescue techniques. Facilitators are encouraged to report all Paddlesports Safety classes taught while certified. This is a 4 year certification. For more on the PSF program click here. Minimum age is 18.
Highlights:
  • Online training 
  • Supportive learning environment
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Additional Information

  • What to Expect

    • 3 hours of online training reviewing PSF curriculum topics 
    • Take-home exam
    • PSF endorsement after successful completion 

  • Prerequisites

    • Be at least 18 years old
    • Be a current ACA Level 1-2 paddlecraft instructor
    • Meet the appropriate essential eligibility criteria
    • Successfully complete a Paddlesports Safety Facilitator Certification Workshop and Written Exam
    • Be a full ACA member
    • Demonstrate a general knowledge of paddlesports and the ACA
    • Demonstrate the ability to appropriately perform all of the curriculum material unassisted in the appropriate venue; general and kayak-specific curriculum requirements and full eligibility criteria can be found here and here

  • Includes

    • Online training 

  • What to Bring

    Pen and paper


  • Meeting Location

    Course will be conducted online. Link will be sent out separately.

  • Additional Information

    Test will be sent out after completion and must be returned for grading.

  • Testimonials

    "Scott's class was informative and touched on topics appropriate for the course."
    ~ Andy D.

Policies & Agreements

  • Terms and conditions

    I certify that all registrants meet course prerequisites as defined in the course description, meet the minimum age requirements and do not have any medical conditions or limitations that would prevent their ability to safely participate in the activity.

  • Cancellation policy

    NOLI activities go rain or shine. If you cancel or decrease the number of participants in your party the following applies:

    Cancellations 30 or more days prior to your activity will receive a full refund.
    Cancellations 14-29 days prior to the activity date will receive a full reservation booking voucher.
    Cancellations 0-13 days prior to the activity date are not extended a refund or voucher.
    No Shows are not extended a refund or voucher.

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