Course Schedule
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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 click or touch the appropriate tab.
People older than 65, those with underlying health conditions, those with a compromised immune system, and those who smoke or vape are at higher risk for severe illness should they acquire COVID-19. Please discuss any risk factors with your health care provider before registering for an in-person 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.
People older than 65, those with underlying health conditions, those with a compromised immune system, and those who smoke or vape are at higher risk for severe illness should they acquire COVID-19. Please discuss any risk factors with your health care provider before registering for an in-person 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.
How to recertify your WFR or WEMT online during the pandemic
We are acutely aware that few in-person recertification courses are available this fall and winter and that some WFR & WEMT graduates need their certification to work this winter and spring. To address this issue, currently certified graduates of an approved wilderness medicine provider may register for Part 1 of our WFR & WEMT Recertification course. Once they complete the online portion of the course, they will be able to download a provisional WFR or WEMT certification card; the certification expires one year from the time they registered for Part 1.
To complete the certification process and receive an additional two-year certification, they must complete the Part 2 practical session before their provisional certification expires.
To complete the certification process and receive an additional two-year certification, they must complete the Part 2 practical session before their provisional certification expires.
Wilderness First Aid
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.
Both our standard and hybrid WFA courses may be used to recertify current WMTC WAFA, 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 WFA courses may be used to recertify current WMTC WAFA, 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 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.
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.
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.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
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.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
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May 23-25, 2021* |
Silver City, NM |
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
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November 7-8, 2020 |
Lemhi, ID |
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June 19-20, 2021 |
Keene, NY |
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
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.
Course Dates |
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Sponsor |
March 22-26, 2021 |
Singapore |
United World College of SE Asia |
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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.
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, please contact our office before you register.
NOTE: most hybrid WAFA Part 2 practical sessions are taught in Mazama, WA in the spring.
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Part 2
WAFA Practical Session |
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Our hybrid 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.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
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None currently scheduled |
Wilderness First Responder
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.
Course Dates |
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Sponsor |
None currently scheduled |
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Course Dates |
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April 21-25, 2021 |
Caldwell, ID |
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May 3-7, 2021 |
Anchorage, AK |
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May 17-21, 2021 |
Silver City, NM |
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June 5-10, 2021 |
Keene, NY |
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June 8-12, 2021 |
Laramie, WY |
Wilderness EMT
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Course Dates |
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Sponsor |
April 21-25, 2021 |
Caldwell, ID |
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May 3-7, 2021 |
Anchorage, AK |
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May 17-21, 2021 |
Silver City, NM |
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June 5-10, 2021 |
Keene, NY |
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June 8-12, 2021 |
Laramie, WY |
WFR & WEMT Recertification
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. Click here for a list of currently approved providers.
WMTC certifications are valid for a maximum of three years with no grace period: Check the expiration date on your card.
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.
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.
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 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 & WEMT Recertification 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.
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April 30-May 2, 2021 |
Durango, CO |
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June 4-6, 2021 |
Laramie, WY |
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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. Register and complete Part 1 before your current certification expires and receive a provisional certification valid for one year. Take the Part 2 practical session before your provisional certification expires to receive an additional two year certification.
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.
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.
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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, and both must be completed within a year to receive certification. Part 2 of our hybrid WFR & WEMT Recertification course is two days long.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Please review our COVID-19 protocols before registering for this class.
Course Dates |
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September 26-27, 2020 |
Mazama, WA |
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May 1-2, 2021 |
Anchorage, AK |
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May 9-10, 2021 |
Anchorage, AK |
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June 12-13, 2021 |
Keene, NY |
Applied Anatomy & Physiology and Wilderness Medicine
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.
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.
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.
You have access to the skill videos on our public YouTube channel and can purchase lab kits that contain the equipment necessary to practice specific treatment skills like wound cleaning and splinting. You can also purchase complete first aid kits from our webstore, or supplies to build your own.
Effective Outdoor Program Design & Management
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 two day workshop 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 small group activities.
Tuition includes Effective Outdoor Program Design & Management (text) and workshop small group exercise book (sent as pdf file prior to the workshop).
Tuition includes Effective Outdoor Program Design & Management (text) and workshop small group exercise book (sent as pdf file prior to the workshop).
Click on the course dates for pricing, sponsor information, and registration.
^ indicates a private course not open to the general public
^ indicates a private course not open to the general public
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None currently scheduled |
WMTC Instructor Training Course
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.Interested applicants may contact the WMTC office at any time with questions.
- Lecture
- Practical Skills & Simulations
- Standard WFA (taught by candicates)
Interested applicants may contact the WMTC office at any time with questions.Interested applicants may contact the WMTC office at any time with questions.
Upon receipt of your application you will be notified by our office via email. If you meet our requirements the office will schedule an in-person or online video interview with our director. Initial notification of acceptance to the ITC will be sent to qualified applicants early May via email. Successful applicants have two weeks to respond and pay the course tuition ($950). If necessary, a second round of acceptance notifications will be sent mid-late May. Accepted ITC candidates will receive access to the candidate website. The website contains detailed information, resources, and assignments for the September ITC. The ITC is VERY challenging and typically requires 80+ hours of preparation time.
Click on the course dates for an application. Applications are due June 1st.
Click on the course dates for an application. Applications are due June 1st.
Course Dates |
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Sponsor |
Mazama, WA |
Wilderness Medicine Training Center |