WLS:MP is designed for medical professionals of all levels (MD, EMT, PA, NP, RN, etc.) that have an interest in expanding their knowledge of wilderness medicine pathology and enhancing their practical skills in a wilderness environment. WLS:MP courses are designed for all types of outdoor enthusiasts, from the casual day hike to the extended expedition.
Our hybrid format covers materials otherwise taught in lectures, using an innovative learning platform designed to learn along with the user. Instead of reading PowerPoint slides, students will engage in online modules that give feedback, test understanding, and increase long-term retention. As a result, students will arrive to the in-person portion of the class better prepared, allowing for focus on the application of the material covered.
During this online and 2 day in-person course, students will learn the latest wilderness medicine skills for patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evacuation. Our expert instructors employ a wide scope of teaching methods, balancing online didactic lectures with practical, hands-on skills and scenarios. Emphasis is placed not just on the materials learned, but the critical decision-making skills surrounding effective backcountry medical management.
Upon course completion, students will earn the WLS:MP certification, valid four years, and be eligible for up to 24.25 hours of Category 1 CME and Wilderness Medical Society Fellowship (FAWM) credit.
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Join us in Park City, UT for WLS:MP! Park City lies east of Salt Lake City and is a short 40 minute drive from the SLC airport. Framed by the craggy Wasatch Range, it’s bordered by the Deer Valley Resort and the huge Park City Mountain Resort, both known for their ski slopes. Utah Olympic Park, to the north, hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics (and soon to be 2034 Olympics!) and is now predominantly a training facility.
In town, Main Street is lined with buildings built during a 19th-century silver mining boom. This worldwide destination is a haven for the outdoors year round, with miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and cross country skiing.
The course will take place at the National Ability Center Park City Campus, which backs up to the amazing trail system Park City has to offer!
The National Ability Center has a discounted room block at The Lodge, their on campus hotel. To take advantage of this opportunity, reach out to lodging@discovernac.org.
Standard lodge rooms feature 2 twin beds, and all bathrooms are equipped with removable handheld showerheads. Some rooms include roll-in showers, while others have tubs. The lodge is equipped with a TV lounge, gym, and a communal kitchen that is available for guests to prepare and store food during their stay. Washers and dryers are located in the communal kitchen and are free for guests during their stay with us.
Otherwise Park City and the surrounding area has a large choice in hotels.
By plane: The Salt Lake City International Airport is a short 40 minute drive to Park City and one of the easiest ways to get to the city.
The materials below above are covered via online and in person didactic lecture, small group discussion, practical skills sessions, and live scenarios. Each topic will describe pathology, treatment, prevention, and provide evacuation guidelines necessary for high quality patient care. This curriculum is continually reviewed for best practice and the most up to date guidelines.
The WLS:MP curriculum consists of:
Along with the WLSL:MP certification, students are able to earn up to 24.25 hours of AMA PRA Category 1 CME, as well as Wilderness Medical Society Fellowship credit. To confirm that these credits apply to your specific medical designation, inquire with your governing body. Please note that the CME credit hours differ for traditional in-person courses and hybrid courses.
