Rock Climbing Instructor PCIA Certification (Professional Rock Climbing Instructors Association)

Introduces the Professional Climbing Instructors Association (PCIA) instructor competencies and curriculum for institutional top rope rock climbing certification. Topics include technical proficiency, selection of equipment, safety systems, site and group management, leadership and teaching approaches, curriculum development, and basic rock rescue.

Special Requirements: This course involves moderate to high physical activity and the ability to be active and in the outdoors for a full day in a remote, forested environment. All students must submit the OLP Health History and Physical Examination Attestation Form, completed and signed by a physician, verifying medical clearance for full participation.

Students participate in regional, off-campus field trips. Students assume any travel and permit/pass costs associated with field trips. Students assume any travel and permit/pass costs associated with field trips.

Students learn the Professional Climbing Instructors Association (PCIA) instructor competencies and curriculum for institutional top rope rock climbing certification.

PCIA Certification (Professional Rock Climbing Instructors Association)