BASI coaching awards now recognised for UK university applications
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Ski and snowboard instructors holding qualifications from BASI can now use their qualifications to gain UCAS tariff points to meet entrance requirements for universities and colleges.
The British Association of Snowsports Instructors, which is based in Grantown, is delighted with the move which gives recognition to achievements in snowsports education for would be students for the very first time.
Each Level 1 qualification gives the holder seven UCAS tariff points up to a maximum of 35 points across all 5 possible Level 1 qualifications (ski, snowboard, adaptive, telemark and Nordic).
UCAS tariff points are used to translate qualifications into a points system which universities, colleges, and conservatoires use as entry requirements.
As an example, qualifying as a Level 1 Ski Instructor will give a student almost as many points towards their application as moving from a C to A grade in an AS Level qualification while qualifying as both a Level 1 Ski and Snowboard instructor will give a student more points than moving from an E to an A in an AS Level qualification. BASI has said the move will enable a more versatile approach for those building their applications to go into higher education.
Tom Cloke, Interim CEO at BASI, said: “Gaining academic recognition for the learning and experience that BASI members have accumulated throughout their careers as snow sport instructors has been a key focus for us over several years.
“Earning UCAS tariff points not only further reinforces BASI qualifications as the highest quality available in the British market, it also enables BASI members to access new educational opportunities.
“Irrespective whether they choose a snowsport career as their sole focus, or as part of a portfolio career, or simply as a short-term experience, a BASI qualification will help prepare for an exciting and rewarding future.”
