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Why Choose Wilderness Medical
Associates (WMA)?
Wilderness EMT - Outdoor First Aid Training
- Search and Rescue
Wilderness Medical Associates has been setting the standard in wilderness medicine and rescue training for over twenty-five years. We are experienced medical practitioners as well as paddlers, mountain guides, outdoor educators, and professional rescuers.
Our certification is internationally recognized and valid for three years. You can also get CEU credits and college credits for our courses.
We continuously strive for the best practical application of experience, science, technology and medical judgment. Our courses are intense, user-friendly and fun.
Gain Skills & Confidence
A WMA course will take you well beyond traditional first aid. We teach the procedures and the principles behind them. We want you to know how body systems behave, not just how to memorize signs and symptoms.
Once you have taken one of our courses you will never forget what to do; you will understand what needs to be done.
Respond to Medical Emergencies
Whether you work or play in remote areas, our practical curriculum in wilderness medicine will prepare you to make good decisions in the field.
