Wing Instructor

Wing Instructor Program

The aim of becoming a Wing Instructor is to deliver quality experiences in the Learn to Wing Program at Discover Sailing Centres.

The Wing Instructor accreditation lasts for 5 years.

Baseline Requirements

Wing Instructor

Prior to commencing this accreditation, you must ensure you have already met the below criteria:

  • 16+ years of age
  • Possess an Instructor accreditation (any discipline)


Required elearning

Wing Instructor Endorsement

Delivery: Online
Length: 1 hour study time

Overview
This course will provide you with the necessary tools and knowledge to deliver the Learn to Wing Program at an accredited Discover Sailing Centre.

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To access elearning Courses

To access your elearning courses, if required for your discipline, please follow the steps below:

  1. Click here to login to your Australian Sailing Account.
  2. Click 'Log in' on the Australian Sailing Learning Centre tile.
  3. Click the Coaches & Instructors tile.
  4. Find and complete your respective elearning.
  5. Still having any issues? Click here to find out more.


Required 
Face-to-face Course

The Wing Instructor accreditation does not require you to attend and complete a Face-to-face course. Once you have met all Baseline Requirements and completed the elearning required above, you have met the criteria for obtaining this accreditation.

Once the elearning has been completed, Australian Sailing will automatically provide you with your accreditation.


Accreditation & Reaccreditation

An instructors accreditation starts when they receive their confirmation email and certificate from Australian Sailing. The requirements for accreditation and reaccreditation are explained in the table below.

   Note: If your accreditation expired more than 12 months ago, or if you can’t demonstrate your currency through recent practice, you may need to complete a practical reaccreditation session. We will contact you if this is required.
 
Wing Instructor

Accreditation

  • Meet the baseline requirements
  • Complete the required elearning

Reaccreditation

  • This accreditation will automatically renew when you renew your other Instructor or Coach accreditations