If you have taken Wilderness Emergency Medical Responder (also called Wilderness First Responder) in the past and are due for a renewal, this refresher course is for you! This program offers a comprehensive review of wilderness medical information and skills, while meeting the requirements to renew certification as an Emergency Medical Responder on the National Registry.
Registration includes instruction, food, and lodging in our dorm inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Photos by Rich Bryant.
Wilderness Emergency Medical Responder Refresher at a Glance
Date: January 29, 2027 - January 31, 2027
Ages: Adults
Location: Tremont’s Smokies Campus
9275 Tremont Road
Townsend, TN 37882
Financial Aid:
Financial aid for Wilderness Emergency Medical Responder is available through the Louise Barber Fund. To apply, send a letter and completed registration form stating how you will benefit from the course, why you need financial assistance, and the amount you request. Please DO NOT send a check at this time. Special consideration is given to those who work with young people. Send your letter and your registration form to mail@gsmit.org.
Already Registered? Check out the welcome letter for a tentative schedule, packing information, and other essential details for your Tremont program.
Meet Your Instructor
Kirk Harris
Kirk Harris has been the director of Continuing Healthcare Education at Roane State Community College since 1992. His extensive experience in emergency medical response includes working with UT Lifestar, Rural/Metro, and as a flight paramedic with Air Evac Lifeteam.
YOUR HOME BASE IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS
At Tremont, the setting is part of the experience. Nestled inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our Walker Valley campus is surrounded by forest, mountain streams, and opportunities for discovery around every corner. From shared meals and cozy accommodations to spaces for learning and gathering, get a feel for the place before you arrive.
YOUR HOME BASE IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS
At Tremont, the setting is part of the experience. Nestled inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our Walker Valley campus is surrounded by forest, mountain streams, and opportunities for discovery around every corner. From shared meals and cozy accommodations to spaces for learning and gathering, get a feel for the place before you arrive.
