Prior Learning

Already earned your PSIA-AASI Level I certification?

If you currently hold a PSIA-AASI Level I certification and are interested in earning the Professional Snowsports Education Program Certificate, there is a pathway for you. After completing at least one course from Penn State (for example, RPTM 115 or 120) – you may apply for Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). A successful PLA portfolio reflects the knowledge, skills, and experiences of a PSIA-AASI Level I certified instructor and clearly demonstrates equivalent achievement of the learning outcomes of RPTM 215. This is done by submitting a portfolio documenting your learning and experience as a PSIA-AASI Level I certified instructor. Successful applicants will receive 3 credits for RPTM 215.

Once you have completed three credits, you are welcome to apply for PLA credit by downloading the documents below, completing them and submitting using the following links. It normally takes 4-6 weeks to assess Prior Learning Assessment Applications.

For more details on PLA portfolio requirements, template submission form and guidelines, please contact Pete Allison (pra7@psu.edu).