The Remote Medicine Upgrade and Recertification (RMUR) course is an intensive EMT refresher course designed for emergency medical professionals seeking recertification, skill enhancement, and an upgrade to Remote Emergency Medical Technician (REMT) status. This program meets the current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) requirements, ensuring that participants maintain their EMT credentials while expanding their expertise in remote and austere medicine.
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What is the RMUR Course?
The RMUR course provides comprehensive training in both traditional and remote emergency medical care. It is specifically designed for EMTs who need to renew or upgrade their certification while gaining additional skills applicable to wilderness, expedition, and disaster response settings. This course meets and exceeds the wilderness EMT curriculum.
The course consists of:
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6 days of in-person training, featuring hands-on skill development and real-world scenario-based learning.
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Up to 56 hours of CAPCE-accredited continuing education, fulfilling EMT recertification requirements.
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A curriculum that exceeds standard EMT refresher requirements, providing additional remote medical skills and knowledge.
While this course meets national standards, participants should refer to their state agency for complete recertification requirements, as state-specific regulations may vary.

What Is The Pre-Requisite and Interval for Recertification?
RECERTIFICATION INTERVAL: RMUR/RMAP - 3 years, Healthcare Provider CPR (ECSI) - 2 years
PRE-REQUISITES: Current EMT/WEMT/REMT certification OR experience providing Advanced Life Support patient care. Please note, all students will be required to provide a copy of government-issued photo ID. For example: passport, drivers license, state issued ID card, military ID, etc.

Who Should Take This EMT Refresher Course?
The RMUR course is designed for:
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Current EMTs who need to complete an EMT refresher to maintain their NREMT certification.
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Medical professionals seeking to enhance their skills in wilderness and remote medicine.
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First responders and rescue personnel who work in austere or disaster-prone environments.
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Individuals looking to upgrade their certification to become a Remote Emergency Medical Technician (REMT).

What You’ll Learn in the RMUR Course
The RMUR program covers a broad range of medical topics, ensuring that participants are well-prepared to handle emergency situations in both urban and remote settings. Key topics include:
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Patient assessment and trauma care in both urban and remote environments.
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Advanced airway management and respiratory interventions.
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Advanced skills such as wound closure, foley catheter placement, and intravenous access and medication administration.
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Prolonged field care, focusing on patient stabilization when evacuation is delayed.
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Wilderness and remote medical protocols, including improvisation with limited resources.
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Environmental emergencies, such as hypothermia, heat stroke, and altitude sickness.
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Evacuation and rescue planning, ensuring safe transport from austere locations.
By the end of the course, participants will have met the necessary training hours for EMT recertification while also developing the specialized skills required for remote emergency medicine.

Why Choose the RMUR Course?
Unlike a standard EMT refresher course, the RMUR course not only fulfills NREMT recertification requirements but also enhances participants' ability to provide care in remote and challenging environments. This makes it an ideal choice for EMTs looking to expand their career opportunities in wilderness medicine, disaster response, and remote healthcare settings.

Register for your EMT Refresher Course today!
The RMUR course is the perfect solution for EMTs needing to complete their EMT refresher training while upgrading their certification to Remote Emergency Medical Technician (REMT) status. With hands-on training, CAPCE-accredited continuing education, and a curriculum designed for real-world emergency care, this course ensures that participants are well-equipped to handle medical emergencies in any environment. Sign up today and take your emergency medical skills to the next level!
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