# No Shortcuts: How to Actually Prepare for Your Certification Exam

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Podcast: [First Chair: PSIA-AASI Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/first-chair-psia-aasi-podcast-325068)
Published: 2026-03-25T16:51:56+00:00
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## Resource

Thinking about your PSIA-AASI certification? Here’s how to actually prepare—and what examiners are really looking for. In this episode of First Chair, George Thomas talks with AASI Snowboard Team member Eric Rolls about certification exam preparation, based on his 32 Degrees article. Instead of shortcuts or “cheat codes,” Eric breaks down the real skills that lead to success—on snow and in the assessment environment. You’ll learn how to manage nerves, adapt your teaching in real time, and understand the five success patterns that examiners use to evaluate candidates. Whether you’re preparing for Level II, Level III, or supporting other instructors, this episode gives you a clear, practical framework to approach your next assessment with confidence. What You’ll Learn: - The 5 success patterns for certification success - How to handle nerves and recover from mistakes - What examiners are actually assessing - How to improve movement analysis (MA) communication - Why listening and adaptability are critical skills Resources: Learn more about certification: https://thesnowpros.org Register or manage your membership: https://members.thesnowpros.org/register Explore webinars + training: https://lms.thesnowpros.org About First Chair The PSIA-AASI podcast for instructors looking to grow their teaching, technical, and people skills.

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