The Senior Patroller program is a national continuing education program in which Patrollers can enhance their skills in managing emergency scenarios, toboggan handling and personal skiing. This course also prepares Patrollers for leadership positions within the NSP. The program consists of core and elective components relative to Alpine and Nordic Patrollers. The program is administered at the Division level and recorded by NSP.
How to Get Started
Contact the Patrol Director who will determine whether you are ready to enter the Senior Patroller program and if so, will then sign your application. Your next step will be to decide whether to do the OET or the OEC Module first, or to do both courses concurrently. Contact the Region Senior OET and Senior OEC advisors, who will be able to explain how the programs are conducted and advise you.
Most Patrollers are able to complete the Senior OEC program in one year, while many find two years necessary to complete the OET portion. Your success will depend on your present skill levels and your ability to train within each program. Both programs will provide you with ample opportunities to increase your skills and confidence in your patrolling career. There is no time limit on how long it may take you to complete the program.
Blue Knob Ski Patrol currently offers a financial incentive for becoming a Senior Patroller. For more information between the Senior EMM and OET along with additional requirements and electives needed please visit the Eastern Division Web Site.
How to Get Started
Contact the Patrol Director who will determine whether you are ready to enter the Senior Patroller program and if so, will then sign your application. Your next step will be to decide whether to do the OET or the OEC Module first, or to do both courses concurrently. Contact the Region Senior OET and Senior OEC advisors, who will be able to explain how the programs are conducted and advise you.
Most Patrollers are able to complete the Senior OEC program in one year, while many find two years necessary to complete the OET portion. Your success will depend on your present skill levels and your ability to train within each program. Both programs will provide you with ample opportunities to increase your skills and confidence in your patrolling career. There is no time limit on how long it may take you to complete the program.
Blue Knob Ski Patrol currently offers a financial incentive for becoming a Senior Patroller. For more information between the Senior EMM and OET along with additional requirements and electives needed please visit the Eastern Division Web Site.
2022/23 Senior Program Calendar being developed
All clinics begin at 8 am and should be complete by 12 pm
check back for updates and registration
For any questions on the EMM (first aid portion), please contact Bryant Hall
OET (Outdoor Emergency Transportation), contact Mike Wess
check back for updates and registration
For any questions on the EMM (first aid portion), please contact Bryant Hall
OET (Outdoor Emergency Transportation), contact Mike Wess
Congratulations to our newest Senior EMM BKSP Patrollers. Steve Bodenschatz and Jon Imgrund successfully completed the EMM portion of the Senior Program at Seven Springs. Steve is now a full Alpine Senior. Pictured from L to R: Elizabeth Hermann, Former Asst. Vol. Patrol Leader, Steve Bodenschatz, Jon Imgrund and Mike Wess, Patrol Director
