Assistant Certification

There aren’t any prerequisites for the Assistant Online Course. Anyone can do it. But to attend Module 2 In-Person Training, you must be at least 16 years old and have a riding level equivalent to IKO Kiteboarder Level 4 - Advanced.

1. Log in to your IKO account.
2. On the left-hand menu, scroll to the bottom and click “My Profile”.
3. In your profile page, look for the Certification section.
4. Click and you will be able to see all you certification. 

Only live course give access to a diploma.

Candidates with internship have the option to continue their training alongside an Instructor Level 2 or higher until they reach a satisfactory level. Look for the Internship Guide in the files section of your profile.

Go to the Training Calendar and book your course online. You can also contact the ATC/ITC Organizer directly to sign up for a course. Contact details can be found on the Training Calendar. Candidates provide all required documents, like the CPR and Candidate waiver, to the Organizer, not the IKO.

 

Yes. Because the IKO is internationally recognized, earning an IKO Instructor diploma makes it easier to find work around the world. As a member, you’ll also have access to job listings through the “Jobs” section of your personal account.

With IKO Centers in more than 60 countries, there are opportunities to work globally. In addition, the IKO training pathway is designed to support your professional growth—allowing you to progress to higher instructor levels as you gain experience, take on more responsibilities, and unlock even more career opportunities.

Candidates do not receive a diploma at the end of a training but a completion certificate. The diploma is available from the training section in the profile after the member receives the certification (i.e when internship hours and other requirements are completed).