“The Colorado Mountain College program is designed to prepare snow and avalanche professionals for career paths in a new comprehensive fashion not available in any other venue. It will change the way we train and prepare people for the professional snow worker industry.”

- Dr. Kelly Elder, US Forest Service - Research

Program Learning Objectives:

• Learn the fundamentals of weather forecasting & snow science

• Master essential avalanche control and avalanche rescue techniques

• Prepare for a job in snow safety and avalanche safety

• Complete a field internship in the mountains

• Practice risk management, leadership skills and operational services

• Track mountain snowpack over two full winters