Mountain medicine: theoretical and practical training for high-mountain guides
This professional course is designed for mountain guides who wish to strengthen their ability to respond to emergencies in alpine terrain. Through a learning approach combining classroom theory, e-learning modules, and realistic mountain scenarios, participants develop the essential reflexes needed to manage complex medical situations, perform effective first-aid interventions, and make decisions that are adapted to the constraints of the high-mountain environment. Led by experienced medical professionals and seasoned mountain guides, this training enables participants to become reliable links in the high-mountain rescue chain.
Training Objectives :
Gain confidence to handle complex situations in mountainous environments.
Become a reliable actor in the rescue chain and improve decision-making on the field.
Understand the intervention priorities specific to alpine conditions and technical rescues.
Update knowledge in first aid, anatomy, physiology, and common pathologies.
Course Content :
- Effective first-aid gestures and evacuation techniques on the field.
- Technical terrain challenges, with or without rope, and first-aid adapted to these environments and accidents.
- Anatomy & Physiology: Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Neurological, Musculoskeletal systems.
- Pharmacology: General overview.
Why Enroll?
This training gives high-mountain guides the opportunity to strengthen their medical expertise to face critical situations in isolated environments. By combining medical knowledge, stress management, rescue techniques, and realistic field scenarios, it helps participants acquire solid reflexes and true autonomy in incident management. Enrolling ensures maximum safety for your clients, enhances your professionalism, and positions you as a key member of the mountain rescue chain.
Practical Informations :
- Duration: 24 hours of training over 3 days (1 day e-learning, 1 day theoretical classroom course, 1 day practical workshops in the field)
- Location: Chamonix Valley, France
- Participants: Up to 20 participants
- Prerequisites: Certified high-mountain guide
- Teaching Methods: E-learning, lectures, and practical workshops
- Evaluation: Continuous assessment during training and online learning questionnaires
- Frequency: One to two sessions per year
- Price: €600 including VAT
Contact & Registration :
Camille Lécuyer – Training Coordinator
Email: camille@ifremmont.com
Phone: +33 4 85 300 413