CWI Provider Certification Course - California

This course is for certified CWI Lead Instructors or a Provider who has lapsed for more than one year. If you are unsure of your status contact us at certification@cwapro.org.

All online training will occur the week prior to meeting in person including 3 separate 2-hour Zoom meetings and a written test. The in-person training will be a full 9-hour day at Sender One in Los Angeles, California. After completing all online materials and the in-person assessment, certificates will be provided as PDFs by email.

Make sure that you meet all of the prerequisites listed below before enrolling. Failure to meet any of the prerequisites will prevent you from receiving certification. You will use the CWI student manual, CWI policy documents, and the online course webpage to complete this course.

Pre-Requisites*:

• Current membership in the CWA (provider or provider’s employer).
• 21 years of age.
• Current first aid and CPR (for example, American Red Cross Basic - 5.5 to 6.5 hours, or equivalent).
• A résumé or other document showing a minimum of 200 hours of work experience as a climbing instructor, showing expertise in indoor climbing settings.
• Current CWA Certified Climbing Wall Instructor with a lead endorsement.
• Two non-related professional references, including contact information and phone number.
• A signed agreement and attestation on file.
• Proof of insurance

NOTE: *If you can not meet all of these prerequisites you may still be eligible to become a provider. Please contact certification@cwapro.org to review your specific situation.

Key Dates

*There are no grace periods given for the below due dates

1. November 14, 2022: Application materials uploaded

2. November 14, 2022: Self-Directed Learning Due

   Online learning must be completed by end of the day. There is a written review you must complete.

3. November 14, 21, & 28th, 2022: Mandatory Group Discussion

   10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. MT | All virtual

4. December 1, 2022: On-Location Assessment

   8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PT | Sender One LAX

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