Communicable Disease Mitigation Practices
Close physical contact is an inherent part of our courses. We interact with and touch each other when we practice the skills of wilderness medicine such as splinting, patient movement, bleeding control, basic life support and when we practice patient care with scenario-based learning. NOLS Wilderness Medicine has curriculum and practices in place to educate…
Read MoreWhat Information We Collect
NOLS is committed to securing any of your data that we collect online and to only collecting what we need to serve our community. This policy is designed so that you understand what information is collected by NOLS when you visit our website, what we do with that data, and how you can review/correct your…
Read MoreWhat are Cookies?
Like most websites, NOLS websites use cookies to collect information. Cookies are small data files which are placed on your computer or other devices (such as smartphones or tablets) as you browse this website. They are used to “remember” when your computer or device accesses our websites. Cookies are essential for the effective operation of…
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The cookies on the NOLS websites do not collect personally identifiable information beyond your first name. We use a variety of cookie types to make our websites functional for our users. Preferences cookies These cookies allow our websites to remember information that changes the way the site behaves or looks, such as your preferred language…
Read MoreTuition Protection and Travel Insurance
Tuition Protection In alignment with our Cancellation Policy, we will not refund or transfer any students who are unable to attend a course within the cancellation deadline due to last-minute personal or medical issues including COVID-19; this policy is inclusive of issues that arise once the course has started. We strongly recommend the purchase of…
Read MoreTuition Deposits and Payments
Your health form and your non-refundable tuition deposit are due 21 days after we receive your application. The remaining tuition is due 75 days before your course begins. You can find information about all required forms and due dates on the personalized checklist of your online course Dashboard.
Read MoreTransfer Policy
The NOLS Alumni Department tries to be flexible and allow transfers to a different NOLS experience without charge. Depending on how many days it is till your original trip starts and our fixed expenses, we will be able to fulfill this goal. Please contact us directly if you would like to transfer and we will…
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Course transfers are available up to 30 days before the original course start date, subject to availability and any price differences.
Read MoreTransfer Policies
For all semester and academic year courses in any location as well as all courses in India, if you transfer from one course to another: More than 60 days prior to the course start date, there will be a $25 processing charge 60 days or less prior to the course start date, regular cancellation policies…
Read MoreTransfer and Processing of Data
NOLS is headquartered in Lander, Wyoming, United States of America and our websites are also hosted in the United States of America. Any personal information submitted to NOLS will be transferred from your computer to the NOLS database (also in the United States of America) where it will be stored. By providing your personal information…
Read MoreThird-Party Services
NOLS does not sell your information to third parties; however, we do share some information with a limited number of third party companies performing services on our behalf. These services include things such as marketing, website analytics, and payment services. These companies are prohibited from using your personal information for purposes other than those requested…
Read MoreSubstance Use Policy
NOLS maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy for alcohol and drug use during courses.
Read MoreScholarship Programs
Multiple scholarship programs are available for diverse applicants, veterans, educators, and other qualifying groups.
Read MoreRisk Management at NOLS
At NOLS, we embrace the physical and emotional challenge of the natural environment to attain our learning objectives. Wilderness adventure involves hazards: rock fall, quickly-flowing rivers, and steep terrain can pose a risk to even the most experienced outdoor leader. Activities ranging from simple day hikes to climbing glaciers can, due to the unpredictable forces…
Read MoreRisk Management at NOLS
At NOLS, we embrace the physical and emotional challenge of the natural environment to attain our learning objectives. Wilderness adventure involves hazards: rock fall, quickly-flowing rivers, and steep terrain can pose a risk to even the most experienced outdoor leader. Activities ranging from simple day hikes to climbing glaciers can, due to the unpredictable forces…
Read MoreResources
Student Handbook (pdf) Health Form (pdf) Student Agreement (pdf) Insurance Form (pdf)
Read MoreRegistration Paperwork
NOLS Alumni asks that you turn in the required paperwork upon registration for a trip or at least 45 days in advance, whichever is more proximal to the trip date. This helps us ensure we have commitments from all participants and we are aware of any dietary or health considerations that will need to be…
Read MoreRecertification Policies
Keep your edge, learn updated curriculum, and refresh your skills: recertify your wilderness medicine training before your certification expires. All NOLS Wilderness Medicine certifications are good for two years from the end date of the course. NOLS Wilderness Medicine certifications will be afforded a one-year period after expiration within which to recertify. This one-year re-entry period is only…
Read MorePromotion Policies
NOLS uses students’ names, photos, and other images in promotional material, videos, and press releases.
Read MorePrivacy Policy
NOLS is committed to protecting your personal information. We collect only necessary data and never sell personal information to third parties.
Read MorePositive Learning Environment
We aim to create a positive learning environment. Each person’s values and beliefs affect the entire group, and we work to ensure that everyone is treated with respect. On your course, you can expect the following: Freedom from discrimination of any kind and a learning environment free from physical or verbal harassment. Real challenges and…
Read MorePositive Learning Environment
We aim to create a positive learning environment. Each person’s values and beliefs affect the entire group, and we work to ensure that everyone is treated with respect. On your course, you can expect the following: Freedom from discrimination of any kind and a learning environment free from physical or verbal harassment. Real challenges and…
Read MorePolicies for Risk Management Trainings
Registration and Cancellation Policies A deposit of $300 is due with your application and the full tuition balance is due 30 days prior to course start. If you are registering within 30 days of the course start date, full tuition payment is required to reserve your spot in the course. If you cancel more than…
Read MorePolicies for Other Risk Management Programs
If you are hosting a course, working with NOLS on a customized training, or a consulting client, please contact us at [email protected] or 800-710-6657 for cancellation policy information specific to your program.
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