Snow and Avalanche Studies Certificate

The Snow and Avalanche Studies (SAS) certificate program is a cross-disciplinary certificate that will prepapre students to work within the snow and avalanche field. The knowledge, skills, and abilities covered through the certificate will give graduates a “leg up” in the discipline. In addition to the combination of courses embedded in the certificate, students will have the opportunity to earn four separate industry-recognized certifications provided by the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (Avalanche Level 1, Avalanche Level 2, Avalanche Rescue, and Professional Avalanche Level 1).

Requirements for a Certificate in Snow and Avalanche Studies

Certificate only requires 2 credits of AE 380.

AE 242 - Avalanche Level 1 and Rescue Credits: 2
AE 243 - Avalanche Level 2 Credits: 1
AE 343 - Advanced Winter Backcountry Travel and Management Credits: 3
AE 380 - Adventure Education Practicum Credits: 1-6
AE 441 - Professional Avalanche Level One Credits: 3
GEOG 235 - Weather and Climate Credits: 3
GEOL 470 - Snow Science Credits: 4

TOTAL REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATE - CREDITS: 18

Prior to course registration, students should review all courses for prerequisites, minimum prerequisite grade requirements and minimum class standing.