First Aid Courses & Your BASI Qualification

A valid First Aid qualification is an essential part of your BASI journey and is required before you can receive your first BASI qualification and maintain your licence to instruct. As a minimum, BASI requires a 2 day First Aid course, giving you the practical skills and confidence to respond effectively in an emergency. As ski instructors work in remote mountain environments where professional medical assistance may not always be immediately available, it is important that your training is relevant to the challenges of the outdoors and prepares you for real life scenarios that you may encounter on the mountain.

At ICE, we work with experienced first aid professionals, some of whom work in the ski industry themselves, to deliver engaging, practical courses that meet the requirements of BASI while focusing on the realities of working in an alpine environment. Through realistic, hands on training, you will develop the knowledge and confidence to assess, manage and respond to emergencies, ensuring that you are fully prepared to meet the requirements of your BASI qualification and your future career as a ski instructor.

You will need to renew your First Aid qualification every 3 years to keep your BASI license up to date once you become a full time member.

If you have any questions about the First Aid requirements or need guidance on choosing a suitable course, we are always happy to help you. You can also contact BASI directly for advice on First Aid qualifications, including whether you may be exempt from completing the course due to an existing qualification or professional background, such as working full time in healthcare or another role with an equivalent First Aid certification.