First Aid Certification

 
ACMG student and professional members have several options for obtaining and maintaining their first aid certification.

For the Mountain Guide and Hiking Guide Programs, an Advanced Wilderness First Aid course with a minimum of 80 hours is required. Although wilderness first aid courses are preferred, Occupational First Aid Level 3 is also accepted.

The Climbing Instructor Programs require a Standard First Aid Course. These courses usually run over a two-day period (minimum 16 hrs), combining theory and practical sessions to provide the basis for dealing with traumatic and medical emergencies. Some of the Advanced First Aid Certification Providers below also offer Standard First Aid.

Medical practitioner exemptions include:

For more information on first aid certification requirements, see the ACMG First Aid Certification Policy or contact us if you have any questions.