Rocky Mountain Hiking Instructor Course

This year’s application process is a little different; for information about the 2026 NOLS Instructor Courses, please visit this page.

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Additional Details

Prerequisite: Minimum of a 70-hour Wilderness First Responder and current adult CPR certification

Duration

25 days

Age

21+ yrs

Academic Credit

4 College Credits

  • 2 Outdoor Educator
  • 2 Leadership

Certifications

  • Leave No Trace Level 2 Educator

Start/End

Lander, Wyoming

Fly In/Out

Riverton, Wyoming

Course Session Dates

No Course Sessions enrolling.

Financial aid & Scholarships

NOLS supports a variety of outside financial aid options:

  • AmeriCorps
  • 529 College Savings Plans
  • Veteran's Benefits (only for courses fully in the state of Wyoming)