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The Wilderness Medicine Training Center is the only wilderness medicine provider who offers both standard and hybrid courses using teaching and learning strategies that inform one another; the result is a choice of format and pedagogy that meets your needs. While the focus of all our medical courses is expedition medicine, the information and skills learned may be directly applied to other emergency medical situations where rapid EMS and advanced medical care is not available e.g.: disaster relief, remote health care in third world countries, field tactical situations, etc. WMTC certifications remain valid for a maximum of three years with no grace period. You must be present and engaged throughout the entire course to be eligible for certification. While every effort has been made to provide the materials and instruction required for you to complete a course and become certified, we cannot guarantee your success.
To view our current course schedule, please click on a course link (or scroll down) and then scroll across to click or touch the appropriate tab.
Our public YouTube channel has educational and reference videos for many of the skills taught during our courses. Check it out!
Please contact our office if you have any questions or need assistance choosing a course.
Our public YouTube channel has educational and reference videos for many of the skills taught during our courses. Check it out!
Please contact our office if you have any questions or need assistance choosing a course.
Please keep in mind that once you register and pay for a course, there are no refunds. We highly recommend all students purchase trip insurance for in-person courses in the event that COVID-19 or other covered circumstances impact your participation in the course.
Wilderness First Aid
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Our Wilderness First Aid course may be the best choice for weekend campers, people taking day hikes within cell phone coverage, and those who are just looking for basic instruction. If you like it and want more, you can always come back later and take a longer, more intensive course. Our WFA course meets the Boy Scouts of America and the American Camping Association trip leader requirements.
Graduates wishing to recertify their WAFA, WFR, or WEMT using a standard WFA must pass the WFR & WEMT Recertification course online exams within two months of completing the in-person course; there is a $25 fee for the online exams.
Graduates who have completed Part 1 of our WFR & WEMT Recertification course may substitute Part 2 of the hybrid WFA for Part 2 of the WFR & WEMT Recertification course.
Graduates from approved wilderness medicine schools may recertify with us if they are currently certified or in their grace period; click here for a list of currently approved providers.
Graduates wishing to recertify their WAFA, WFR, or WEMT using a standard WFA must pass the WFR & WEMT Recertification course online exams within two months of completing the in-person course; there is a $25 fee for the online exams.
Graduates who have completed Part 1 of our WFR & WEMT Recertification course may substitute Part 2 of the hybrid WFA for Part 2 of the WFR & WEMT Recertification course.
Graduates from approved wilderness medicine schools may recertify with us if they are currently certified or in their grace period; click here for a list of currently approved providers.
Our standard WFA course is three days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Our two-part hybrid WFA course minimizes the time spent away from home or work by separating the lecture and practical skills of a standard WFA course into two separate parts. Part 1 is taught completely online via dedicated course website while the Part 2 practical session is two days long and focuses on skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
In addition to their WFA certification, graduates will receive a separate Epinephrine certification for the treatment of anaphylaxis. Wilderness Adult & Child CPR and AED certification is available in some courses.
Graduates wishing to recertify their WAFA, WFR, or WEMT using a standard WFA must pass the WFR & WEMT Recertification course online exams within two months of completing the in-person course; there is a $25 fee for the online exams.
Graduates who have completed Part 1 of our WFR & WEMT Recertification course may substitute Part 2 of the hybrid WFA for Part 2 of the WFR & WEMT Recertification course.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
Our two-part hybrid WFA course minimizes the time spent away from home or work by separating the lecture and practical skills of a standard WFA course into two separate parts. Part 1 is taught completely online via dedicated course website while the Part 2 practical session is two days long and focuses on skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
In addition to their WFA certification, graduates will receive a separate Epinephrine certification for the treatment of anaphylaxis. Wilderness Adult & Child CPR and AED certification is available in some courses.
Graduates wishing to recertify their WAFA, WFR, or WEMT using a standard WFA must pass the WFR & WEMT Recertification course online exams within two months of completing the in-person course; there is a $25 fee for the online exams.
Graduates who have completed Part 1 of our WFR & WEMT Recertification course may substitute Part 2 of the hybrid WFA for Part 2 of the WFR & WEMT Recertification course.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
Standard WFA Course
Our standard WFA course is three days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course. If Wilderness CPR certification is included, there is an evening session. Graduates wishing to recertify their WAFA, WFR, or WEMT using a standard WFA must pass the WFR & WEMT Recertification online exams within two months of completing the in-person the course; there is a $25 fee for the online exams that may or may not be included in the course tuition set by the Sponsor. Registration in the online testing system is a part of the registration process for a Standard WFA as a recert student - you do not need to register for additional courses.
Our standard WFA course is three days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course. If Wilderness CPR certification is included, there is an evening session. Graduates wishing to recertify their WAFA, WFR, or WEMT using a standard WFA must pass the WFR & WEMT Recertification online exams within two months of completing the in-person the course; there is a $25 fee for the online exams that may or may not be included in the course tuition set by the Sponsor. Registration in the online testing system is a part of the registration process for a Standard WFA as a recert student - you do not need to register for additional courses.
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* includes Adult & Child WCPR certification (all WFA courses include Adult WCPR instruction) ** includes Adult & Child WCPR and AED certification (all WFA courses include Adult WCPR instruction) ^ indicates a course taught in Japanese |
2023 Course Dates |
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January 20-22, 2023 |
Alamosa, CO |
Narrow Ridge Outdoors |
February 4-6, 2023 |
Springfield, MO |
Watershed Committee of the Ozarks |
February 18-20, 2023 |
Cedar City, UT |
Southern Utah University |
March 17-19, 2023 |
Durango, CO |
Southwest Rescue |
April 26-28, 2023 |
West Glacier, MT |
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May 13-15, 2023 |
Ithaca, NY |
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May 22-24, 2023 |
Tacoma, WA |
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June 2-4, 2023 |
South Fork, CO |
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June 12-14, 2023 |
Lakeview, MT |
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WFA Part 1
Independent Study |
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Our hybrid WFA course is divided into two distinct parts. The Independent Study portion of this course is self-directed and online with no or minimal instructor interaction. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WFA tuition = $100 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States, please contact our office before you register.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WFA tuition = $100 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States, please contact our office before you register.
If you need to be certified by a certain date, we recommend taking a look at the Part 2 schedule to find a course that works for you. We add Part 2s to the schedule often. Please reach out to office@wildmedcenter.com if you're not finding a Part 2 that meets your needs - we might know of something coming up in your area that's not scheduled quite yet.
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WFA Part 2
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Our hybrid WFA course is divided into two distinct parts. You must complete the Part 1 Independent Study portion before attending the Part 2 Practical Session, and both must be completed within a year to receive certification. Part 2 of our hybrid WFA course is two days long. If Wilderness CPR certification is included, there is an evening session. Graduates who have completed Part 1 of our WFR & WEMT Recertification course may substitute Part 2 of the hybrid WFA for Part 2 of the WFR & WEMT Recertification course.
2023 Course Dates |
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Sponsor |
February 4-5, 2023 |
Commerce, TX |
Texas A&M U - Commerce |
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
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Our WAFA course is designed for people who want a bit more than our WFA has to offer or or those who expect to deal with potentially spine-injured patients. Keep in mind that the majority of our WAFA graduates come back to take a full Wilderness First Responder course. If you have the time, you might want to go that route.
Both our standard and hybrid WAFA courses may be used to recertify current WMTC WFR & WEMT certifications. Graduates from approved wilderness medicine schools may recertify with us if they are currently certified or in their grace period; click here for a list of currently approved providers.
Both our standard and hybrid WAFA courses may be used to recertify current WMTC WFR & WEMT certifications. Graduates from approved wilderness medicine schools may recertify with us if they are currently certified or in their grace period; click here for a list of currently approved providers.
Our standard WAFA course is five days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Our two-part hybrid WAFA course minimizes the time spent away from home or work by separating the lecture and practical skills of a standard WAFA course into two separate parts. Part 1 is taught completely online via dedicated course website while the Part 2 practical session is three days long focuses on skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
In addition to their WAFA certification, graduates will receive separate Anaphylaxis and Wilderness Adult & Child CPR certifications; AED certification is available in some courses.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
Our two-part hybrid WAFA course minimizes the time spent away from home or work by separating the lecture and practical skills of a standard WAFA course into two separate parts. Part 1 is taught completely online via dedicated course website while the Part 2 practical session is three days long focuses on skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
In addition to their WAFA certification, graduates will receive separate Anaphylaxis and Wilderness Adult & Child CPR certifications; AED certification is available in some courses.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
Standard WAFA Course
Our standard WAFA course is five days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Our standard WAFA course is five days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
2023 Course Dates |
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Sponsor |
none currently scheduled |
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WAFA Part 1
Independent Study |
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Our hybrid WAFA course is divided into two distinct parts. The Independent Study portion of this course is self-directed and online with no or minimal instructor interaction. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WAFA tuition = $170 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States we will send you access to our digital handbook for your phone or tablet and you will receive a print copy of our handbook during Part 2.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WAFA tuition = $170 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States we will send you access to our digital handbook for your phone or tablet and you will receive a print copy of our handbook during Part 2.
To recertify your WMTC WAFA during the pandemic, take Part 1 of our hybrid WAFA course. Once you complete the online portion of the course, download the completion card and email it to our office with a copy of your original (and expired) WAFA certification. Upon receipt and confirmation, we will email you a provisional WAFA certification card; your provisional certification expires one year from the time you registered for Part 1.
To complete the certification process and receive an additional two-year certification, you must complete the Part 2 practical session before your provisional certification expires. If you live or work in Southeast Asia and are unable to attend Part 2 before your provisional certification, you may request an six month extension via email before your provisional certification expires for a total of 18 months.
To complete the certification process and receive an additional two-year certification, you must complete the Part 2 practical session before your provisional certification expires. If you live or work in Southeast Asia and are unable to attend Part 2 before your provisional certification, you may request an six month extension via email before your provisional certification expires for a total of 18 months.
If you need to be certified by a certain date, we recommend taking a look at the Part 2 schedule to find a course that works for you. We add Part 2s to the schedule often. Please reach out to office@wildmedcenter.com if you're not finding a Part 2 that meets your needs - we might know of something coming up in your area that's not scheduled quite yet.
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Part 2
WAFA Practical Session |
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WAFA course is divided into two distinct parts. You must complete the Part 1 Independent Study portion before attending the Part 2 Practical Session, and both must be completed within a year to receive certification. Part 2 of our hybrid WAFA course is three days long.
2023 Course Dates |
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Sponsor |
none currently scheduled |
Wilderness First Responder
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Our Wilderness First Responder course is designed for outdoor professionals, those who take multi-day or longer personal trips, those who take part in high risk activities (rock climbing, whitewater paddling, mountaineering, multi-week expeditions of all kinds, etc.), and those who simply want to know more about wilderness medicine. Certification as a Wilderness First Responder is the industry standard for outdoor instructors and guides. We recommend taking the full course—standard or hybrid—every six years.
Our standard WFR course is nine days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Our two-part hybrid WFR course minimizes the time spent away from home or work by separating the lecture and practical skills of a standard WFR course into two separate parts. Part 1 is taught completely online via dedicated course website while the Part 2 practical session is five days long focuses on skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
In addition to their WFR certification, graduates will receive separate Anaphylaxis and Wilderness Adult & Child CPR and AED certifications.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
Our two-part hybrid WFR course minimizes the time spent away from home or work by separating the lecture and practical skills of a standard WFR course into two separate parts. Part 1 is taught completely online via dedicated course website while the Part 2 practical session is five days long focuses on skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
In addition to their WFR certification, graduates will receive separate Anaphylaxis and Wilderness Adult & Child CPR and AED certifications.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
Standard WFR Course
Our standard WFR course is nine days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Our standard WFR course is nine days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
2023 Course Dates |
Site |
Sponsor |
January 16-24, 2023 |
Forest Grove, OR |
Pacific University |
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WFR Part 1
Independent Study |
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Our hybrid WFR course is divided into two distinct parts. The Independent Study portion of this course is self-directed and online with no or minimal instructor interaction. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WFR tuition = $250 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States, please contact our office before you register.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WFR tuition = $250 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States, please contact our office before you register.
If you need to be certified by a certain date, we recommend taking a look at the Part 2 schedule to find a course that works for you. We add Part 2s to the schedule often. Please reach out to office@wildmedcenter.com if you're not finding a Part 2 that meets your needs - we might know of something coming up in your area that's not scheduled quite yet.
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Part 2
WFR Practical Session |
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Our hybrid WFR course is divided into two distinct parts. You must complete the Part 1 Independent Study portion before attending the Part 2 Practical Session, and both must be completed within a year to receive certification. Part 2 of our hybrid WFR course is five days long.
2023 Course Dates |
Site |
Sponsor |
January 9-13, 2023 |
Lincoln, NE |
Union College |
February 17-19 and 24-26, 2023 |
Silver City, NM |
Western New Mexico University |
February 25-26 and March 3-5, 2023 |
Sisters, OR |
Sisters Parks & Recreation |
March 3-7, 2023 |
Salt Lake City, UT |
Westminster College |
March 10-12 and 18-19, 2023 |
Gresham, OR |
Mt. Hood Community College |
March 25-29, 2023 |
Caldwell, ID |
College of Idaho |
March 27-31, 2023 |
Bend, OR |
OSU Cascades |
May 1-5, 2023 |
Anchorage, AK |
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May 2-6, 2023 |
Ann Arbor, MI |
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May 15-19, 2023 |
South Fork, CO |
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May 22-26, 2023 |
Tacoma, WA |
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June 6-10, 2023 |
Moran, WY |
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June 21-25, 2023 |
Ellensburg, WA |
Wilderness EMT
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Our hybrid Wilderness EMT course is designed for experienced medical practitioners who are acting as an expedition medic or trip leader; the course is only offered as a hybrid course. Participants must hold a current NREMT certification or state EMT license (basic, intermediate, or paramedic) with patient care experience to receive certification as a WEMT. Similar to our Wilderness First Responder course, our Wilderness EMT course focuses on assessment and treatment of traumatic, environmental, and medical emergencies in a wilderness environment. Labs teach field assessment and treatment skills. Lecture during the Part 2 practical session is brief and focused on answering questions raised during simulations and case study reviews. While the focus remains on expedition medicine, the skills taught during our WEMT course may be applied directly to situations where prolonged EMS transport is unavoidable e.g.: disaster relief, SAR, rural EMS calls, etc.
The Part 2 practical session of our hybrid WEMT course is 5-days long and requires completion of the Part 1 independent study portion in order to attend. In addition to their WEMT certification, graduates will receive separate Anaphylaxis and Wilderness Adult & Child CPR and AED certifications.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
WMTC is not registered with CBEMS or any other CEU organization for EMTs, nurses, PAs, or physicians. If an EMT is affiliated with a licensed service, the training officer/or education department supervisor can usually approve CEUs. NREMT may grant (but is not obligated to) CEUs to EMTs who have taken a WEMT course based on topics and clock-hours and state approval (see preceding text). Nurses, PAs, and physicians can apply for CEs through their hospital's education department. Those who are not affiliated with a hospital may be eligible for CEUs and should contact their state licensing/health department for guidance.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
WMTC is not registered with CBEMS or any other CEU organization for EMTs, nurses, PAs, or physicians. If an EMT is affiliated with a licensed service, the training officer/or education department supervisor can usually approve CEUs. NREMT may grant (but is not obligated to) CEUs to EMTs who have taken a WEMT course based on topics and clock-hours and state approval (see preceding text). Nurses, PAs, and physicians can apply for CEs through their hospital's education department. Those who are not affiliated with a hospital may be eligible for CEUs and should contact their state licensing/health department for guidance.
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WEMT Part 1
Independent Study |
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Our hybrid WEMT course is divided into two distinct parts. The Independent Study portion of this course is self-directed and online with no or minimal instructor interaction. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WEMT tuition = $250 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States, please contact our office before you register.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WEMT tuition = $250 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States, please contact our office before you register.
If you need to be certified by a certain date, we recommend taking a look at the Part 2 schedule to find a course that works for you. We add Part 2s to the schedule often. Please reach out to office@wildmedcenter.com if you're not finding a Part 2 that meets your needs - we might know of something coming up in your area that's not scheduled quite yet.
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Part 2
WEMT Practical Session |
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Our hybrid WEMT course is divided into two distinct parts. You must complete the Part 1 Independent Study portion before attending the Part 2 Practical Session, and both must be completed within a year to receive certification. Part 2 of our hybrid WEMT course is five days long.
2023 Course Dates |
Site |
Sponsor |
January 9-13, 2023 |
Lincoln, NE |
Union College |
February 17-19 and 24-26, 2023 |
Silver City, NM |
Western New Mexico University |
February 25-26 and March 3-5, 2023 |
Sisters, OR |
Sisters Parks & Recreation |
March 3-7, 2023 |
Salt Lake City, UT |
Westminster College |
March 10-12 and 18-19, 2023 |
Gresham, OR |
Mt. Hood Community College |
March 25-29, 2023 |
Caldwell, ID |
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March 27-31, 2023 |
Bend, OR |
OSU Cascades |
May 1-5, 2023 |
Anchorage, AK |
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May 2-6, 2023 |
Ann Arbor, MI |
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May 15-19, 2023 |
South Fork, CO |
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May 22-26, 2023 |
Tacoma, WA |
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June 21-25, 2023 |
Ellensburg, WA |
WFR & WEMT Recertification
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Our WFR & WEMT Recertification course is designed to provide a thorough review of the material covered in your original course and aquaint you with any revised assessment and treatment protocols. Graduates from approved wilderness medicine schools may recertify with us by successfully completing a Recertification course or by completing a Wilderness First Aid course and passing our online WFR & WEMT Recertification test if they are currently certified or in their grace period. We will not recertify graduates of online only programs. Click here for a list of currently approved providers.
For those seeking continuing education towards their urban EMT license:
This course recertifies the wilderness portion of your WEMT certification; depending on your certification and where you live, you may be able to receive continuing education credits towards your state EMT license. We are not CAPCE approved. CAPCE and NREMT are separate organizations. CAPCE accredits continuing education for EMS professionals internationally; NREMT administers the certification examinations for EMS professionals at the various scope of practice levels. While a few states have included some wilderness protocols into their state EMS act, the vast majority of wilderness medicine certifications fall outside the EMS system. NREMT will accept CEs when an EMT is working for a state-registered service and the course work is approved by the training officer or medical director.
WMTC certifications are valid for a maximum of three years with no grace period: Check the expiration date on your card.
For those seeking continuing education towards their urban EMT license:
This course recertifies the wilderness portion of your WEMT certification; depending on your certification and where you live, you may be able to receive continuing education credits towards your state EMT license. We are not CAPCE approved. CAPCE and NREMT are separate organizations. CAPCE accredits continuing education for EMS professionals internationally; NREMT administers the certification examinations for EMS professionals at the various scope of practice levels. While a few states have included some wilderness protocols into their state EMS act, the vast majority of wilderness medicine certifications fall outside the EMS system. NREMT will accept CEs when an EMT is working for a state-registered service and the course work is approved by the training officer or medical director.
WMTC certifications are valid for a maximum of three years with no grace period: Check the expiration date on your card.
Our standard WFR & WEMT Recertification course is three days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course; you must complete an online Review test prior to the start of the course in order to attend.
Our two-part hybrid WFR & WEMT Recertification course minimizes the time spent away from home or work by separating the lecture and practical skills of a standard WFR & WEMT Recertification course into two separate parts. Part 1 is taught completely online via dedicated course website while the Part 2 practical session is two days long focuses on skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
In addition to their WFR or WEMT certification, graduates will receive separate Anaphylaxis and Wilderness Adult & Child CPR and AED certifications.
For those seeking continuing education towards their urban EMT license:
This course recertifies the wilderness portion of your WEMT certification; depending on your certification and where you live, you may be able to receive continuing education credits towards your state EMT license. We are not CAPCE approved. CAPCE and NREMT are separate organizations. CAPCE accredits continuing education for EMS professionals internationally; NREMT administers the certification examinations for EMS professionals at the various scope of practice levels. While a few states have included some wilderness protocols into their state EMS act, the vast majority of wilderness medicine certifications fall outside the EMS system. NREMT will accept CEs when an EMT is working for a state-registered service and the course work is approved by the training officer or medical director.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
Our two-part hybrid WFR & WEMT Recertification course minimizes the time spent away from home or work by separating the lecture and practical skills of a standard WFR & WEMT Recertification course into two separate parts. Part 1 is taught completely online via dedicated course website while the Part 2 practical session is two days long focuses on skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews. You must complete both parts within a year to receive certification.
In addition to their WFR or WEMT certification, graduates will receive separate Anaphylaxis and Wilderness Adult & Child CPR and AED certifications.
For those seeking continuing education towards their urban EMT license:
This course recertifies the wilderness portion of your WEMT certification; depending on your certification and where you live, you may be able to receive continuing education credits towards your state EMT license. We are not CAPCE approved. CAPCE and NREMT are separate organizations. CAPCE accredits continuing education for EMS professionals internationally; NREMT administers the certification examinations for EMS professionals at the various scope of practice levels. While a few states have included some wilderness protocols into their state EMS act, the vast majority of wilderness medicine certifications fall outside the EMS system. NREMT will accept CEs when an EMT is working for a state-registered service and the course work is approved by the training officer or medical director.
To learn more about our educational pedagogy and course strategies please click here.
Standard WFR & WEMT Recertification Course
Our standard WFR & WEMT Recertification course is three days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Our standard WFR & WEMT Recertification course is three days long and combines in-person lecture, skill labs, simulations, and case study reviews into a single course.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
2023 Course Dates |
Site |
Sponsor |
April 14-16, 2023 |
Gresham, OR |
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WFR & WEMT Recert Part 1
Practical Session |
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Our hybrid WFR & WEMT Recertification course is divided into two distinct parts. The Independent Study portion of this course is self-directed and online with no or minimal instructor interaction. You must complete both parts of the course before your current certification expires.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WFR & WEMT Recert tuition = $105 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States, please contact our office before you register.
Please read our blog article Is a Hybrid Course in Wilderness Medicine Right for You? before registering for this course.
Part 1 hybrid WFR & WEMT Recert tuition = $105 USD. Upon receipt of your registration form and payment, we will email with confirmation; a second email will give you access to the course website and your online tests. If you live in the United States we will mail you a copy of our Wilderness Medicine Handbook. If you live outside the United States, please contact our office before you register.
If you need to be certified by a certain date, we recommend taking a look at the Part 2 schedule to find a course that works for you. We add Part 2s to the schedule often. Please reach out to office@wildmedcenter.com if you're not finding a Part 2 that meets your needs - we might know of something coming up in your area that's not scheduled quite yet.
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WFR & WEMT Recert Part 2
Practical Session |
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Our hybrid WFR & WEMT Recertification course is divided into two distinct parts. You must complete the Part 1 Independent Study portion before attending the Part 2 Practical Session. Part 2 of our hybrid WFR & WEMT Recertification course is two days long.
Remember: In order to recertify, both parts must be completed before your current certification expires.
Remember: In order to recertify, both parts must be completed before your current certification expires.
2023 Course Dates |
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Sponsor |
January 14-15, 2023 |
Tacoma, WA |
University of Puget Sound |
April 22-23, 2023 |
Mazama, WA |
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April 29-30, 2023 |
Bend, OR |
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May 6-7. 2023 |
Anchorage, AK |
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October 14-15, 2023 |
Mazama, WA |
Applied Anatomy & Physiology and Wilderness Medicine
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This 75+ hour Applied Anatomy & Physiology and Wilderness Medicine course is designed for anyone who has internet access and wants to learn how to care for themselves and their loved ones when physician assistance is unavailable. This includes:
- Those who live remotely.
- Those who wish to be prepared for a natural disaster—flood, severe storm, earthquake, wildfire, etc.—when the 911 system and hospitals are overwhelmed or unavailable.
- Preppers.
- Honors high school students looking for home-school credits or an applied science course. This is great introductory course for those interested in pursuing a career in medicine as a medic, nurse, PA, or physician.
Gain a practical understanding of the anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, assessment, and treatment of traumatic, environmental, and medical problems. Learn online and at your own pace through multimedia presentations, the Wilderness Medicine Handbook, case studies, SOAP Notes, and tests. With the worldwide increase in natural disasters and novel infectious diseases, it's more important now than ever before to have a working knowledge of basic medicine.
This course contains technical terminology as well as complex explanations of concepts. Students who are English language learners or who have certain learning disorders sometimes find this aspect of the curriculum challenging.
Go here for more details and to see sample lecture pages.
While this course does not include certification in wilderness medicine, if you score ≥ 80% on the final exam you may be eligible to attend Part 2 of any of our hybrid courses.
This course contains technical terminology as well as complex explanations of concepts. Students who are English language learners or who have certain learning disorders sometimes find this aspect of the curriculum challenging.
Go here for more details and to see sample lecture pages.
While this course does not include certification in wilderness medicine, if you score ≥ 80% on the final exam you may be eligible to attend Part 2 of any of our hybrid courses.
In addition to the course website and online tests, you have access to the skill videos on our public YouTube channel. You can also purchase complete first packs and supplies from our webstore, or supplies to build your own kit.
Effective Outdoor Program Design & Management
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This course is designed for outdoor program administrators, program directors, and staff trainers who are want to improve the quality of their trips, those seeking to start a new program, and those who wish to reevaluate an existing program. If you have taken the NOLS Risk Management workshop, you'll want to take this one; the workshops complement one another.
Designing and managing an outdoor program is challenging. Our online course examines the complex relationships surrounding outdoor program design & management from both the field instructor and program administration perspectives using digital presentations, interactive lecture, video, and written assignments. Assignments are individually assessed and written feedback provided. When finished with the course you will have the tools to build and manage your own outdoor program or trips.
Tuition includes our digital Effective Outdoor Program Design & Management text, access to the course website, and exercises.
Tuition includes our digital Effective Outdoor Program Design & Management text, access to the course website, and exercises.
Expected launch fall 2023
This course is modeled after our highly successful conference workshops and will be available for purchase in 2023. Stay tuned. If you are a professor interested in using this material for academic credit as part of a college or university course or seminar, please contact our office. Expected launch date is summer 2023.
WMTC Instructor Training Course
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This course is designed for outdoor and medical professionals looking to instruct medical courses for WMTC. Detailed information can be found in the application.
This 18-day intense course is divided into three sections:
Interested applicants may contact the WMTC office at any time with questions.
- Lecture & Didactic
- Practical Skills & Simulations
- Standard WFA (taught by instructor candidates)
Interested applicants may contact the WMTC office at any time with questions.
Upon receipt of your application, you will be notified via email. If you meet our requirements, we will schedule an interview with you. Initial notification of acceptance to the ITC will be sent to qualified applicants early July via email. Accepted applicants have two weeks to respond and pay the course tuition ($1,200). If necessary, a second round of acceptance notifications will be sent mid-late July. Accepted ITC candidates will receive access to the candidate website. The website contains detailed information, resources, and assignments for the November ITC. The ITC is VERY challenging and typically requires 80+ hours of preparation time.
Click on the course dates for more information and the application form. Applications are due June 1st - please apply early (i.e. as soon as you are ready and have prepared the application materials, no need to wait until June!)
Click on the course dates for more information and the application form. Applications are due June 1st - please apply early (i.e. as soon as you are ready and have prepared the application materials, no need to wait until June!)
2023 Course Dates |
Site |
Sponsor |
Salt Lake City, UT |
Wilderness Medicine Training Center |