The Wilderness Medical Professional COP provides students with the comprehensive educational certificates for entry into the wilderness EMS job force. The certificate can be taken during a 6-week accelerated format, or across multiple semesters when combined with a traditional semester EMT + upgrade format. Course instruction will include a combination of learning styles including online work, video-conference sessions, in-person lab sessions, and a 4-full day clinical rotation. This certificate can be offered in both traditional semester and accelerated formats.
Students must be 18 years old by the first class and have a high school diploma or high school equivalency. Students must demonstrate college-level proficiency in composition and reading and must have basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate, use email, send attachments, and must have DSL or high-speed internet access.
CPR certification is included in the coursework. Drug screening and background checks are mandatory for clinical rotations.
Graduates of the program will receive a Certificate of Occupational Proficiency in Wilderness Medical Professional.
This certificate is offered at Colorado Mountain College in Aspen, Breckenridge and Steamboat Springs. These courses may also be available at other CMC locations. Please see your campus advisor for more information.
CMC also offers certificates in EMT , Advanced EMT , Paramedic , Rope Rescue Technician , Wilderness EMS as well as an Associate of Applied Science in Paramedic .
