PHED 229 - AIARE L1 & Backcountry Skills

Institution:

Sierra Nevada University - Closed

Subject:

Phys Ed

Description:

This class includes the nationally recognized AIARE (American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education) Level 1 curriculum, and builds on this foundation with additional backcountry days around the Tahoe Basin. With classroom and field instruction, the course describes a framework for decision making and risk management in avalanche terrain. Successful students will receive an AIARE L1 certificate, followed by close instruction during additional field days. NOTE: The materials fee provides students with a certificate and a student manual.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sierranevada.edu

Phone Number:

(775) 831-1314

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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