Wilderness EMS Upgrade (WEMS)
225 Harrison Ave.
Leadville, CO 80461
Course Info
The 45-hour Hybrid Wilderness EMS Upgrade course starts with 8 hours of self-paced, online work followed by 37 hours over 4 days of in-person learning. The online section is emailed to you and available on Canvas approximately one month before the classroom section begins and consists of reading, case studies, videos, animations and quizzes. The online material must be completed by the start date of the classroom section.
Prerequisite: Current CPR and professional medical license (minimum of an EMT).
The 45-hour Hybrid Wilderness EMS Upgrade course starts with 8 hours of self-paced, online work followed by 37 hours over 4 days of in-person learning. The online section is emailed to you and available on Canvas approximately one month before the classroom section begins and consists of reading, case studies, videos, animations and quizzes. The online material must be completed by the start date of the classroom section.
You must have a valid EMT/NREMT Basic or higher to register for this course.
What is a hybrid course?
Your Hybrid WFR consists of two parts:
Online Section
- 10 hours of self-paced pre-course work
- Available one month before the in-person section
- Must be completed before the first day of in-person class
- Included in the cost of the course
In-person Section
- 4 days in-person
- Builds skills through realistic, hands-on scenario practice
Registration Information
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Questions?
We understand that a WEMS course is a commitment of time and resources, and we want you to feel as prepared as possible. You can review topics covered and course outcomes. After signing up for a course, you’ll find information on how to prepare in your Student Dashboard. Until then, feel free to check out our FAQ page, email us at [email protected], or call us at 719-486-7260.
Private Courses
Have a large group that needs a wilderness medicine training? We will set up a private course for your group that focuses on scenarios you may commonly encounter, and that incorporates your medical and communication protocols. Please email [email protected] for more information.