THE LEADER IN WILDERNESS MEDICINE
CORE COURSES
Wilderness First Aid
(WFA)
Entry-level first aid course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip leader who wants basic training for short trips with family, friends, and outdoor groups. This course meets the American Camp Association guidelines.
2 days (16 hours)
Hundreds of courses around the US
Taught throughout the year
Wilderness First Responder
(WFR)
The industry standard for professional outdoor guides, ski patrol, and trip leaders, or for individuals who want a high level of wilderness medical training for extended personal backcountry trips or expeditions.
8 – 9 days (72+ hours)
Dozens of courses around the US
Taught throughout the year
WIlderness Emergency Medical Technician
(WEMT)
Our flagship program for people who work, or plan to work, as professional medical personnel on fire, rescue, and ambulance crews, especially in rural or wilderness environments.
4 weeks (170+ hours)
Primarily offered at our Conway, NH campus
Taught throughout the year
Important Information
What are your other courses?
We offer many programs beyond the core courses, including recertification courses for WFAs and WFRs, upgrades (e.g., from street EMT to Wilderness EMT), courses for international travel, disaster preparation and response, advanced programs for professionals, and more.
What is your course schedule?
We make it easy for you to search our complete course schedule, for courses at our main campus in New Hampshire, and for courses across the country and around the world. There are filters to help you find exactly the right course. And you can book many courses online.
Will you teach at my site?
Yes! We can bring our most popular courses right to your door. The majority of SOLO courses, representing thousands of students annually, are actually taught off-site at colleges, outing clubs, and many other venues. Becoming a SOLO course “sponsor” is simple: find out how you can do it.
I still have questions...
There is so much to learn as you make your education decisions. We’ve compiled a list of the answers to the most frequently asked questions about SOLO and our courses, so check this page out before you call or email us. And if you still have questions, get in touch! Please scroll down to see all our contact info.
About us | Photos and Videos
Find out what sets SOLO apart
We’ve been an industry leader in Wilderness Medicine education for over 40 years. Find out why our history, curricula, teaching style, educational innovation, expertise, experience, and commitment to excellence should make us your choice for a life-changing learning experience.
Photos, Videos and a Campus Tour
Prepare youself for a visual feast! Our media page is loaded with stills and videos that will give you a great idea of what we do and what to expect when you take a SOLO course. We are constantly adding to our collection, so this is a great place to visit often.
Documents + Downloads
Publications and Documents
SOLO is not only the leader in wilderness first aid training, we’re also a leader in educational publishing. Since the 1970s, we have been publishing curriculum materials, course handouts, newsletters, textbooks (such as our flagship WILDCARE textbook, at left), and other related media to support our industry. Our in-house artist and writer/designer are constantly working on new projects.
Click the button to see our publications, download any forms, gear lists, or applications for your course.
Let’s Connect
Physical Address: 621 Tasker Hill Rd., Conway, NH 03818
Mailing address: P.O. Box 3150, 175 Main St., Conway, NH 03818
Phone: 603-447-6711
Home courses, general info. & registrar: (Cindy), [email protected]
Student Certifications:(Elizabeth), certs@soloschools.
Sponsor-specific and off-site course logistics: (Jill) jill@soloschools.
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