Hi everybody, I would like to clarify something that I read on your newsgroup this week that refers to CAN-BIKE instructors. Taking the 18-hour CAN-BIKE II course is only the first step in the instructor training process. To teach CAN-BIKE I and Kids CAN-BIKE, the potential instructor must take an 8 hour instructor workshop specific to the course they will teach. According to the OCA the instructor courses at this level are 'recommended' but not required. At CfSC we have chosen to conduct the instructor courses. After the instructor course, the instructor candidate must 'shadow teach' the course (e.g., KCB) with a fully certified instructor, to the satisfaction of the supervising instructor. Only then can this person teach on their own. In order to teach CB II, the student must take CB II and pass with high marks. If the student acheives the required marks in all areas- classroom, on-road and skills testing, they are eligible to become CB II instructors. They then *must* continue with the following training: take a 2 day instructor workshop, shadow teach a complete, 18-hour CB II course with a certified instructor, who must provide a written evaluation of the potential instructor. Then there is a written exam (passing grade 70%), and candidates must ensure they have up to date first aid and CPR training. All instructors must join the OCA for insurance purposes. It is a bit of a process to become certified, yes, but this high level of training should not be compromised.
This information has been taken from the most recently updated (1999) CAN-BIKE Instructor's Manual, endorsed by the OCA and CCA. I have taken CB II and passed with flying colours. I have been recommended to continue and become an instructor. I know my traffic skills are good, but I don't know much about racing. I have never competed in cycling, but would like to learn and do some time trials next season. So, I think the Learn to Race program the OBC offers would teach me new skills and I plan on registering in the spring. For racers, taught by racers. A different course with a different focus, taught by the experts. Nothing wrong with that. In fact, it is welcomed! I look forward to learning more. I would also like to say that I did my first RLCT this summer and enjoyed it very much. I look forward to participating again in 2002. If any newsgroup readers are interested in imparting their knowledge as a CAN-BIKE instructor, you are more than welcome to contact me at 567-1288 or [EMAIL PROTECTED] I would be pleased to have more OBC members involved teaching cycling skills. With more knowledgeable and skilled cyclists on the road, there should be less trouble with collisions and irate motorists (let's hope!). I hope this information has clarified the requirements for becoming CAN-BIKE instructors, and I look forward to hearing from potential instructor candidates. Thanks for your time! Jen -- Jennifer Allen Coordinator, Cycling Safety & Promotion Program Citizens for Safe Cycling 251 Bank Street, Suite 504 (at Cooper) (613)567-1288 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Http://www.cfsc.ottawa.on.ca/ ------ To unsubscribe, send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Club Office: [EMAIL PROTECTED], (613) 230-1064 Web/mailing list: [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.cyberus.ca/~obcweb Newsletter: [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.cyberus.ca/~obcweb/Newsletter ==^================================================================ This email was sent to: archive@jab.org EASY UNSUBSCRIBE click here: http://topica.com/u/?aVxiDo.a2i8p1 Or send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <A HREF=" http://topica.com/u/?aVxiDo.a2i8p1 "> AOL users click here.</A> T O P I C A -- Register now to manage your mail! http://www.topica.com/partner/tag02/register ==^================================================================
