Aim

The purpose of the Canoe Poling Instructor course is to provide a standard national certification of competence in the instruction and administration of Canoe Poling Programs and Courses.

Upon successful completion of the Canoe Poling Instructor course, the Instructor may:

• Certify the Canoe Poling Level 1 and 2 Programs and Courses in Canada, in accordance with PC policies and standards, and in compliance with all laws governing such activities.

A Canoe Poling Instructor is expected to promote the development of PC Canoe Poling Program, and to promote the development of Canoe Poling as a separate discipline of recreational canoeing.

Prerequisites

• At least 18 years of age at the time of the Canoe Poling Instructor Level 1 Course.
• Current PC and provincial/territorial affiliate association memberships.
• PC Lakewater Level 1, equivalent certification, or comparable skills and experience are recommended, but not a compulsory requirement.
• PC Poling Level 2, equivalent certification, or comparable skills and experience (with the permission of the Course Director).
• PC Moving Water Level 1, equivalent certification, or comparable skills and experience (with the permission of the Course Director)

It is strongly recommended that all Poling Instructors have, in addition to their canoeing qualifications, some qualifications in swimming, First Aid and CPR.

Course Length
Forty (40) hours

Class ratio
1 instructor trainer: 5 instructor candidates

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