The assistant instructor
program is essential to candidates with no prior teaching background in
kiteboarding. If you intend on following an ITC (instructor's
course) the assistant instructor program is a prerequisite to be IKO
instructor level 1. The courses can be scheduled by arrangement. The
Assistant instructor level allows you to begin working in a school under the
supervision of a level 2 instructor.
Training course: The
training is organized in 3 steps and is completed in a minimum of 3
days. The 2 first steps are
usually completed in 1 day: - Evaluation of your competencies: kiteboarding knowledge, practice level, boat piloting skills, - Theoretical competencies:
level check and update of knowledge. A visit of the school also
takes place during the 1st day in order for you to better understand the
way it works (bookings, equipment storage, spot, etc.) During the 3rd step, you
will work with your instructor level 2 in live situation. You act as
assistant instructor during at least 18 hours of lessons. Note: at the beginning of
the training, each candidate receives an Assistant Instructor Manual
as well as a copy of the Kiteboarder's Workbook. The assistant
instructor's diploma is presented at the end of the training and upon
successful completion. Your benefits: become part
of IKO's international network! Once certified, you will
get your IKO ID that allows you to log in the pro area of the website.
As an assistant instructor you benefit from numerous job opportunities
thanks to the job offers to which you have access in the pro area of the
web site. Moreover, you have priority over other candidates for ITC
level 1.
IKO Assistant Instructor (AIC) Pre-requisites:
Be at
least 16 years old.
Be
certified as an IKO kiteboarder level n3 for at least 6 months
(provide copy).
Have a powerboat license,
or boat safety course certificate (provide copy).
Provide
a copy of a
valid First aid & CPR certificate.
Please
provide all documents to the organizer before the course.
A
$200 registration fee is required to book this course. The balance is due 30days prior
course commencement. Trainees provide their own personal kiteboarding equipment,
Lunches, transportation. Spaces are limited, so book early. Course costs include
an IKO Instructor Manual, IKO Kiteboarder Manual and Certificate (upon graduation).
We recommend that participants should purchase read the IKO Kiteboarding "Vision Book" before the course
(optional). The Instructor Manual
is available when full payment is received for the course. There will be a
practical riding skills test. IKO Assistant level course or proof of one year prior teaching experience is
a pre-requisite. It is recommended that candidates log some hours assisting at an IKO school. Candidates may be
required after the course to do shadowing hours of IKO L2 instructors teaching
lessons, to meet the requirements.
IKO Instructor Level 1, (ITC) prerequisites:
Be at
least 18 years old.
Kiteboard for more than 12 months, and a minimum of 6 months at IKO level N3
(upwind riding, jumping & other skills).
Have a strong riding level, including be able to perform jumps with grabs, controlled
turns, switch (toe-side) riding, and be able to ride confidently and safely between other riders.
Have
completed an
IKO Assistant Instructor Certification course or,
Have
logged a minimum of 40 hours shadowing of IKO certified Level 2 instructor.
Have a
current, valid First aid & CPR certificate.
Have a powerboat license,
a boat safety course certificate, or complete a three-day IKO boating course.
Complete
the IKO Pre-ITC online training course.
IKO Training: IKO Instructor training course 5 days
Safety
Practical environment
Analysis
Technique
Teaching psychology
Teaching in live situation
Student certification
Communication
IKO Certification: By the end of the 5 days course, an
instructor must be able to:
Pass the Pre-Course study tests on
theoretical knowledge.
Provide the appropriate equipment to his
student and adapt it.
Develop communication and teaching
techniques that allow the students to understand and perform the required
task.
Recognize and manage the mental state of
his student.
Evaluate his students before the lesson.
Evaluate the reason for failure of the
student and provide information to help him improve.
Manage his teaching area and anticipate
the dangers (obstacles, passer-by, other students and instructors).
Teach the proper use of safety equipment.
Perform rescues for students & other ocean
users (if necessary).
Self evaluate his professional weakness
and strength after having taught in live situation.
As observer during a teaching live
situation, identify an instructor candidate's professional weakness or
strength.
Describe the key point of an exercise to
enable the student to do it.
Certify a student with the Kiteboarder
card.
Deal with own stress tiredness.
Be a good role model.
Obtain a minimum rate of 75% at the
final written exam.
An IKO instructor level 1 is qualified to:
Teach kiteboarding with a ratio of maximum
2 kites/4 students simultaneously.
Teach kiteboarding following IKO standards.
Certify students up to IKO kiteboarder
level 3.
Teach recreational power kite to maximum 6
students simultaneously.
The IEC equivalency instructor
program is for certified instructors from other teaching systems to
become IKO certified kiteboarding instructors. Current certification in PASA,
VDWS, FAV, or FEV. is required, as well as 1year prior teaching experience. The
courses can be scheduled by arrangement with three or more candidates. IEC may
be completed during an ITC Course if spaces are
available. The IEC Course during an ITC is 5-days. The IEC course is also used for expired IKO Instructors who want to get
re-certified.
Training course: The
training is usually completed in a minimum of 3-5
days.
Prerequisites: * Be at least 19 years old.
*
Provide copy of a current valid PASA, VDWS, FAV, or FEV kiteboarding instructor certification.
* Provide
signed letter of attestation of a minimum of 1 year teaching experience as a certified kiteboarding instructor. *
Meet all the equivalent prerequisites of an IKO instructor candidate. * Provide a copy of a
current, valid Firstaid
and CPR certificate. * Have a power boat license, or boat safety certificate (skills will
be evaluated during the IEC).
*
Please
provide all documents to the organizer before the course.
Entry level: None
needed. Anyone can follow this course, with a minimum age of 12.
You wonder what to do in case of an
emergency to help a person in need before the arrival of medical support?
Then this program is for you. It is also a prerequisite for IKO instructor
assistants and instructors level 1. This certification is usually a
requirement for all professional watersports instructors.
The
instructional system provides an effective and easy-to-use learning
process. Reinforced by video and case scenarios, the program will help you
build your skills and confidence by alternatively listening, watching and
practicing with other trainees and on a CPR training manikin.
An excellent quality manual is
provided with a wallet skill guide.
Contents of the MEDIC FIRST
AID Basic Program: theoretical and practical first aid courses
including all necessary techniques as well as Cardio Pulmonary
Resuscitation.
How long does the course
take? 1 day (up to 6.5 hours including breaks).
Evaluation: after
completing a multiple choice questionnaire and demonstrating your skill
according to your reactions to a simulated situation, you will receive the
IKO/MFA certificate of recognition, the MFA basic manual and a first aid
provider card.
MEDIC FIRST AID Basic CPR and First
Aid for Adults is a CPR and first aid training program designed
specifically for the occupational first aid provider. This extremely
flexible program will help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state
regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care for
medical emergencies at work.
A course requirement for
Kiteboarding instructors. Jetski and boat safety, kiteboarder recovery
skills course. Learn kite-launching, landing, and rider rescue and
recovery skills. Course includes classwork, ground-school scenarios, and
practical evaluation of rescue skills. This course is essential for IKO
instructors and training center managers and professional lifeguards, and
other water rescue workers. This course is recommended for all
professional watersports instructors.
Pre-requisites: * Be at least 16 years old
(parental consent if under 18). * Have a power boat license,
or boat safety certificate.
A complete course for first time
Kiteboarding instructors. IKO Assistant Instructor course, plus, Medic
First Aid course, boat safety training, and the 5-day Level One IKO
Instructor Training Course (ITC). These extended courses are becoming
increasingly popular. Send your information to the organizer and we can
give you some assistance with travel and accommodation. Courses can be
spread over 2 weeks up to 2 months, or tailored to suit your needs.
Great for gap year students.
Prerequisites:
Be at
least 18 years old.
Kiteboard for more than 12 months, and a minimum of 6 months at IKO level N3
(upwind riding, jumping & other skills).
Have a strong riding level, including be able to perform jumps with grabs, controlled
turns, switch (toe-side) riding, and be able to ride confidently and safely between other riders.
We have some regularly scheduled IKO ITC course
dates. Note; that several IKO Assistant Training Courses (ATC) are available
throughout the year, so they can be completed well before each
Instructor Training Course (ITC) begins. Each ATC is run as often as
needed when the required number of participants have
registered. The "Medic
CPR/First Aid" course usually precedes each ITC Course. Please
book early for ITC course because cut off dates for registration are usually 30days
prior to the course commencement.
WE ARE NOW
ACCEPTING BOOKINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING COURSES:
May 2011
AIC Assistant Instructor Course: May 2nd - 4th, 2011 (Maui)
ITC Instructor Training Course: May
18-22nd, 2011 (San Francisco)
AIC Assistant Instructor Course: August 15 to 18, 2011
(Maui)
MFA Medic FirstAid/CPR: September
3rd, 2011 (Maui)
ITC Instructor Training Course: September 4th to 8th, 2011
(Maui)
If you are interested in attending one of these
courses or any of our training programs, Click on the link & Download and fill out the application form
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