Avalanche Course
Gain mastery in avalanche safety for mountain adventures. Learn to assess snowpack, terrain, and weather patterns, plan reliable backcountry outings, lead groups effectively, and take decisive go/no-go calls to minimise dangers and safeguard your crew in risky snow zones. This course builds confidence for safer explorations in avalanche-prone areas.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Avalanche Safety Course equips you with essential skills to plan secure backcountry trips, interpret weather and avalanche bulletins, grasp snowpack layers and typical avalanche risks. Master terrain assessment, safe route selection, rapid snow tests, and group oversight through effective communication, proven travel methods, and swift rescue procedures for assured choices beyond ski resorts.
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Develop skills
- Avalanche hazard spotting: quickly spot snowpack signs and forecast warnings.
- Terrain and route planning: select secure paths, dodge hazards, and define clear stop points.
- Backcountry trip preparation: utilise maps, satellite views, and forecasts for robust plans.
- Group safety oversight: inform teams thoroughly, travel securely, and handle slope issues.
- Snow stability testing: perform CT, ECT, and slope tests to support cautious choices.
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