Basic
Carolinas Wilderness Medical Association offers comprehensive courses tailored to healthcare professionals and outdoor enthusiasts seeking to enhance their knowledge of basic outdoor safety practices. Participants will delve into essential topics such as wilderness first aid, navigation skills, weather awareness, and wildlife encounters. Our expert instructors provide hands-on guidance and valuable insights to ensure individuals are well-equipped to handle emergencies in outdoor settings. Join us to develop crucial skills that will enhance your confidence and competence in the great outdoors.
Intermediate
At Carolinas Wilderness Medical Association, we offer a range of online courses catered towards intermediate and specific skills for healthcare professionals and students passionate about the outdoors and safety. Our advanced wilderness medicine courses delve deeper into topics such as high-altitude medicine, extended care in remote settings, and advanced trauma management in the wilderness. These courses are designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to handle complex medical scenarios in outdoor environments effectively. Join us and enhance your expertise in wilderness medicine to better serve your patients and community.
Advanced
Our advanced-level, in-person expert-led certification courses delve deeply into wilderness medicine intervention and treatment, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills needed to handle a wide range of medical emergencies in remote and austere environments. These specialized courses go beyond the basics, providing comprehensive training that prepares individuals to respond effectively to complex and challenging scenarios. Led by experienced instructors with extensive backgrounds in wilderness medicine, our advanced courses offer hands-on practice, simulations, and case studies to enhance learning and retention. Participants can expect to sharpen their critical thinking, decision-making, and technical abilities, ensuring they are well-prepared to handle the unexpected in the wilderness.