PE 1626

PE 1626

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

This 8-day, 80-hour course from Wilderness Medical Associates provides the prerequisite training and certification necessary for employment as a professional outdoor instructor at nationally recognized programs such as NOLS and Outward Bound. The curriculum goes beyond the basics needed for first aid certification to emphasize the skills and knowledge needed in backcountry rescue situations when extended care may be needed.


Fees Course fee, $855. For instruction.

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  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  2174 PE 1626   LEC 001

    • Mar 28 - Apr 4, 2026
    • Holton, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $855. Participation in all class sessions (8am-6pm) is required in order to receive PE credit. A welcome email will provide further details including meeting location. No previous experience necessary.
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.