Part I – On-Line Modules
Learn about subjects such as patient assessment, trauma and shock, lightning, hypothermia, and more before you even get to campus!  These modules  include state of the art content, case studies, interactive questionnaires, video links, and quizzes.

Part II – Med School and Hospital Experiences
Learn in lectures from experts in emergency medicine, international humanitarian relief, wilderness medicine and disaster response works. Develop hands-on skills in med school labs covering CPR, cardiac dissection, suturing, splinting, and ultrasound. Gain a competitive edge by getting the inside scoop in admissions with talks and workshops from an admissions director, faculty admissions committee members, and current med students and residents who share their journeys and stories of success. Experience a bit of the fascinating city of Denver.

Part III – Colorado Rocky Mountain Experience
Finally, head to a comfortable camp nestled at 9000 feet in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Focus on leadership and teamwork as you participate in authentic, scenario-based learning designed to reinforce the skills and knowledge necessary to prevent, assess, and treat a variety of austere medicine challenges and emergencies. Enjoy optional adventure activities including rock climbing, canoeing or kayaking, hiking, snow shoeing, or camping (depending on season) or just relax and enjoy s’mores around a campfire and sunsets over the Continental Divide.

Program Includes:

• Instruction, labs and simulations
• Lunches and snacks, a week at a local camp (all meals and lodging included)
• Recreational activities
• Transportation to and from camp,
• Optional CPR & WFR certification

It does not include breakfasts, dinners, and lodging for the first week.

Program Benefits:

• Earn CPR & Wilderness First Responder Certification (EMTs can earn a Wilderness EMT Certificate)
• Get an introduction to emergency and wilderness medicine
• Gain the skills to treat and/or save a life in the event of an emergency or backcountry incident.
• Learn from physicians who work around the world
• Get a backstage pass to the med school application process
• Learn more about building a thriving career in healthcare
• Participate in med school labs like ultrasound and cardiac dissection
• Explore the Rocky Mountains
• Make new friends from across the country

(If you are an EMT and looking to get a W- EMT, our WFR course serves as a bridge course to W-EMT. If you will be getting your W-EMT certificate you will need to provide verification of your EMT license.)

Students can earn 3 hours of undergraduate academic credit for participating in our courses. Credit will be offered through the University of Colorado – Boulder; however, students from any college or university are eligible to earn credit. You do NOT need to be a University of Colorado student to earn credit for this course. If you register to earn credit for this course you will be required to produce a short research or literature review paper.

Please be aware that you do NOT automatically get credit by simply enrolling in our courses. Course credit is NOT covered in the cost of tuition for this course. You MUST register through the University of Colorado – Boulder registration system and pay them directly for your credit hours.

Expectations:  If you are enrolled in this class for academic you will be required to produce a short research project or literature review paper. Please see below expectations and deadlines for the assignment.

Research Papers – 3-5 pages, with full bibliography, APA style

PowerPoint Presentation – 20- 40 illustrated slides, with separate bibliography

Deadline to register (day 5 of the class)

Paper or Project Due

• January Class – January 31
• May- June Class – June 30
• August Class – August 31

For our summer classes, grades will be submitted to UC Boulder by August 31 and will be posted in September.

Cost: The cost for 3 credit hours through the University of Colorado – Boulder for this course is $1221. This cost is the same for both in state and out of state students, as well as degree seeking and non-degree seeking students. You must first register for the course through our website by paying the course tuition (either by putting down a $500 deposit, or paying in full at checkout). Once you have registered with us, you can proceed with registering for academic credit through the University of Colorado – Boulder. Please be aware that you will need to reach out to us to get a one time registration code– to obtain this code, please email Professor Karnauskas (ATOC) at kristopher.karnauskas@colorado.edu.  

If you are a University of Colorado – Boulder student, please scroll down to the “Academic Credit for University of Colorado – Boulder Students” section below for instructions on how to enroll. If you are a non- University of Colorado – Boulder student (i.e a non-degree seeking student), please scroll down to the “Academic Credit for Non-Degree Seeking Students (Non-University of Colorado – Boulder Students)” section below for instructions on how to enroll.

***Please note that University of Colorado – Denver students and University of Colorado – Colorado Springs students are classified as non-degree seeking students***

For any questions regarding the academic credit registration process or for any questions regarding how this credit will be reflected in your transcript, please contact Professor Kristopher Karnauskas kristopher.karnauskas@colorado.edu.

Academic Credit for University of Colorado Boulder Students

For University of Colorado – Boulder students:

Step 1: Log into your MyCUInfo account using your campus credentials

Step 2: Click “Register for Classes” –> you will then be prompted to complete the preregistration items for emergency contact, local address, and tuition and fee agreement. Once those have been completed, you can continue on.

Step 3: Select the term from the list appearing on the select term page, then click “continue.” For the August and May-June sessions, you will select “summer term.” For the January session, the term has not yet been assigned, but we will update this section as soon as we know the appropriate term.

Step 4: Once you click “continue” in step 3, the “select classes to add” page will appear. You can either use the class search function (it will default to this when the page first appears), or you can use the Subject/Catalog number search. The course number is ATOC 4500-571.

Step 5: A list of courses will appear once completing step 4. Once you’ve located ATOC 4500-571, click the small green button to the left of the course number. This will expand the course details, and give you access to the “select” button for this course.

Step 6: Once you complete step 5, the “Class Preferences” page will appear. At this point, you will be prompted to enter a permissions number. The permissions number is unique to each student. You must contact us to obtain this number. To do so, please email Kristopher Karnauskas at Kristopher.karnauskas@colorado.edu. Once you have the number, you will enter it in the “Permission Nbr” box, then click “Next.”

By clicking “Next,” the course will be put in your shopping cart. A message will pop up on your screen in a rectangular green box that says “ATOC 4500-571 has been added to your shopping cart.

At this point, you can either choose to move the class from your shopping cart to “Enrolled” status. To do this, you would need to look under the Summer 2017 UC Boulder Shopping Cart area (or the shopping cart for the term for the respective session into which you are enrolling). In your shopping cart, you must select the class by checking the box under “Select” and clicking “Proceed to Step 2 of 4” for enrollment.

For questions regarding the academic credit registration process through the University of Colorado – Boulder registration system, please contact Kristopher.karnauskas@colorado.edu

Academic Credit For Non-university of Colorado Boulder Students (I.e. Non-degree Seeking Students)

If you are NOT a student at the University of Colorado (i.e. Non-degree seeking students), you must first fill out an application using the following link:

http://ce.colorado.edu/resources/topics/enrollment-new-students/

***Please note that all students who fill out the application will be accepted. You do not need to be concerned about getting “rejected.” The application is simply a way to register you in the University of Colorado – Boulder system as a non-degree seeking student, and to provide you with access to the system to allow you to register for courses.***

Once submitted, you will receive a student ID number and instructions on how to create an IdentiKey and login to MyCUInfo to register. Once this is complete, you can follow steps 1 through 6 below.

Step 1: Log into your MyCUInfo account using your campus credentials

Step 2: Click “Register for Classes” –> you will then be prompted to complete the preregistration items for emergency contact, local address, and tuition and fee agreement. Once those have been completed, you can continue on.

Step 3: Select the term from the list appearing on the select term page, then click “continue.” For the August and May-June sessions, you will select “summer term.” For the January session, the term has not yet been assigned, but we will update this section as soon as we know the appropriate term.

Step 4: Once you click “continue” in step 3, the “select classes to add” page will appear. You can either use the class search function (it will default to this when the page first appears), or you can use the Subject/Catalog number search. The course number is ATOC 4500-571.

Step 5: A list of courses will appear once completing step 4. Once you’ve located ATOC 4500-571, click the small green button to the left of the course number. This will expand the course details, and give you access to the “select” button for this course.

Step 6: Once you complete step 5, the “Class Preferences” page will appear. At this point, you will be prompted to enter a permissions number. The permissions number is unique to each student. You must contact us to obtain this number. To do so, please email Kristopher Karnauskas at Kristopher.karnauskas@colorado.edu. Once you have the number, you will enter it in the “Permission Nbr” box, then click “Next.”

By clicking “Next,” the course will be put in your shopping cart. A message will pop up on your screen in a rectangular green box that says “ATOC 4500-571 has been added to your shopping cart.

At this point, you can either choose to move the class from your shopping cart to “Enrolled” status. To do this, you would need to look under the Summer 2017 UC Boulder Shopping Cart area (or the shopping cart for the term for the respective session into which you are enrolling). In your shopping cart, you must select the class by checking the box under “Select” and clicking “Proceed to Step 2 of 4” for enrollment.

For questions or concerns regarding the University of Colorado – Boulder academic credit enrollment process, please contact Professor Karnauskas by emailing Kristopher.karnauskas@colorado.edu.

Click Here for the 2020-21 Scholarship Application

Our need-based scholarship covers tuition, but not travel costs or any other expenses. Please expect to pay approximately $400 worth of out-of-pocket payments, not including your travel to Denver, which you must also cover.

If you do not receive a scholarship, this does not mean you cannot still register for the course!

Please see sample schedules below.

• January 2019 Pre-Med Class Schedule
• May-June 2019 Pre-Med Schedule
• August 2019 Pre-Med Schedule

Please note, due to the rapidly changing landscape of our world during the COVID-19 pandemic, our refund policy has temporarily changed. If we need to cancel a course due to local policies, you will receive a full refund. If you need to drop the course due to a COVID-19 diagnosis, you will receive a refund. Please ask Meagan.Rivers@cuanschutz.edu for other circumstances.

You have the option to register and reserve a spot in the class with a $100 USD payment, and payment of the full balance is due 30 days before the start of the course. If payment is not received 30 days prior to the start of class, you will be dropped from the course. If you register for a class fewer than 30 days prior to its start date, you are expected to pay in full on the day of registration. If you have any questions or concerns please contact course coordinator, Meagan Rivers at Meagan.Rivers@CUAnschutz.edu.

The University of Colorado reserves the right to make international cancellations up to 6 weeks and domestic cancellations up to 4 weeks prior to the course start date, in which case a full refund will be provided. The University of Colorado will not be held liable for any travel expenses or any other loss of funds the participants may incur due to the cancellation of the course. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

Refunds:
Refunds of FULL PAYMENTS, minus a 15% administrative fee, will be granted 60 days or more prior to start of the program.
Between 30 and 59 days prior to the start of the program, a 50% refund of the full payment will be granted.
No refunds will be granted for cancellations made 29 days or fewer prior to the start of the program. Please note that partial payments and deposits are not eligible for refunds.

Payment Deadline:
Full payment is expected 30 days prior to the start of the course. Lack of full payment within 30 days of course’s start date will result in being dropped from the course without refund.

Student Code of Conduct
Students will be required to read, sign, and follow a Code of Conduct that includes both rights and responsibilities. The code will describe learning and especially behavioral expectations, which will be similar to codes expected at most higher education institutions. The code will also describe consequences if there is failure to abide by the rules, which could include immediate suspension from the program, in which case the student will be responsible for leaving the class and property, with no refund provided.

Voluntary, involuntary, or medical separation
Should a student choose to leave the class early, be asked to leave the program early (see “Code of Conduct” below), or need to leave due to medical issues, s/he will be responsible for her/his own travel home and for any associated costs.

Rights and Responsibilities: Student Code of Conduct
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Wilderness & Emergency Medicine Program

Students in the University of Colorado School of Medicine Wilderness program are members of the University community. As such, students are expected to uphold University standards, which include abiding by international, state, civil, and criminal laws and all University laws, policies and standards of conduct. These standards assist in promoting a safe and welcoming community; therefore all students and participants must uphold and abide by them.

The University strives to make the learning community a place of study, work, recreation, and residence where people are treated, and treat one another, with respect and courtesy. The University views the Student Conduct Process as a learning experience that can result in growth and personal understanding of one’s responsibilities and privileges within both the University community and the greater community. Students who violate these standards may be subject to the actions described in the University’s Student Code of Conduct. These procedures are designed to provide a welcoming learning community and fairness to all who are involved in the process.

Philosophy of Student Conduct: We strive to learn from one another in an educational environment that holds mutual respect for individuals and self-responsibility for behaviors community in high regard. Students who engage in behavior that conflicts with established standards, laws, policies, and guidelines may be dismissed from the program. Every member of the student community must assume responsibility for becoming educated about the various University standards, policies, and guidelines.

Diversity Statement: We are committed to a campus community where diversity is appreciated and valued, and where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. We encourage curiosity, open communication, and continuous learning as ways to create a socially just environment. We respect the right for individuals to disagree with ideas and philosophies different from their own. However, we do not permit any form of behavior that places anyone in dangerous, discriminatory, or harassing environments. It is against the basic nature of this community for anyone to demean or discriminate against another human being.

Creating a Safe Learning Environment: We strive to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment and community. Such a caring, educational community does not tolerate physical or psychological threats, abuse, hazing, harassment, intimidation, or violence directed against a person, sexual or otherwise. In addition, students engaging in such behavior are subject to the University conduct processes.

Alcohol and Drugs: Students in a University of Colorado School of Medicine global education program must abide by host country laws and local institutional regulations with respect to alcohol and drugs. Unless permitted by host country law and local institutional regulations, participants will not possess, consume, furnish, or distribute any alcoholic beverages. The University of Colorado School of Medicine has a zero-tolerance policy with respect to the possession, use, manufacture, production, sale, exchange, or distribution of illegal drugs. Students are responsible for knowing and obeying the laws of the host country as well as all local institutional regulations, regarding alcohol and other drugs. Violations of law or policy may result in immediate dismissal from the program.

University Policies: Students are required to abide by University of Colorado School of Medicine/Anschutz Medical Campus policies, including CU Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Code of Conduct, while enrolled in the program. For the Code of Conduct please see http://www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/standards/Documents/CUDenver-CodeofConduct.pdf

Host Country Customs: Students are responsible for abiding by the laws and customs of the host country, community, institution and program. In addition they are responsible for being sensitive to the social norms of the host culture. Students are also subjected to the disciplinary codes and processes of the host institution.

Dismissal: If a student seriously disrupts the group learning process, or if student’s behavior gives the faculty or program director reasonable cause to believe that continued presence in the program poses a danger to the health or safety of persons or property, or impedes, disrupts or obstructs the program in any way, the student will face immediate dismissal. Alcohol, drug, or weapons-related violations, harassment, or assault are so seriously problematic that dismissal is highly likely. Before a student is removed from the program, she or he will have an opportunity to explain her or his conduct to the faculty or program director(s). A decision of dismissal from the program would be final, immediate, and no refund would be made. Transportation and other expenses related to the student’s return home country would be at the student’s own expense.

Health: Students are responsible for their own health maintenance during the program. In the event of serious illness, accident or emergency, students are responsible for informing an appropriate program official and for granting permission to authorize emergency medical treatment so that assistance may be secured and so that designated emergency contact(s) may be notified. Students authorize U.S. Embassies and Consulates to release information concerning their welfare and whereabouts to the University of Colorado.

This Pre-Health adventure course begins at the San Jose Airport (Costa Rica) where a shuttle will escort students along a beautiful 4-hour drive to the Pacific Coast, ending at the eco-lodge at Hacienda Baru, our home base for the next 10 days. From there, students attend daily classes as well as enjoying free time for swimming, surf lessons (extra cost), natural history tours, whitewater rafting, and more. On the final morning, the shuttle takes students back to San Jose Airport for flights home.

We limit the total number of participants to 20 to ensure effective learning and individualized attention.

Suitability & Requirements:

• Health and travel/evacuation insurance (GeoBlue/HTH Worldwide Required Travel Insurance). 
• Valid passport/visa.
• No experience is necessary for any program. 
• Pre-class online assignments total approximately 5 hours required.
• Students need to be able to bend to the ground, help carry a patient, climb short ladders, hike uneven/slippery terrain, and get in and out of river rafts.

Cost: Tuition is inclusive, covering in-country transportation, three restaurant meals per day, shared lodging, tips, group and safety gear, WFR certification, global health certification, and exciting group activities.

It does not include personal clothing/gear, airfare to Costa Rica, medical/evacuation insurance (see below), any alcohol, optional surf lessons, or incidentals/activity expenditures accrued during limited free time.

Travel to Costa Rica: Students should book a flight arriving no later than 11 am on the first day of the program. We will meet students at the Juan Santamaría International Airport, Costa Rica’s main airport just outside the capital, San Jose, between 11 am and 1 pm on the first day of the class. Students can book tickets departing San Jose anytime after 2 pm on the last day of the class. 

Our chartered bus will leave the airport at 1 pm sharp. If your flight is delayed and you miss the bus, we will need to charter you a car, the cost of which will be your responsibility (approximately $200). For that reason we recommend you arrive in Costa Rica the night before the class is to begin (at your cost). We will be happy to help make hotel and airport pick-up arrangements, the costs of which are the responsibility of the student.

Travel Insurance: All students are required to purchase mandatory health and evacuation insurance through the University of Colorado Denver through GeoBlue/HTH Worldwide.

GeoBlue offers an appropriate travel plan called Voyager for non-CU students traveling to Costa Rica on the CU sponsored trip.  Premium is based on trip length, age, zip code and offers students a choice of deductibles. Please go to this website: http://www.eciservices.com where, on the top menu, you should select “Services”, then, on the left menu, select “Other Insurances” and, at the bottom of the page, select “GeoBlue Travel Insurance for Students and Faculty”. Once in the GeoBlue website, the non CU students would select “Voyager / Single Trip” to generate a quote and purchase their trip insurance.  Please note: the “Voyager Choice” plan requires that students are currently enrolled in a Primary Health Plan, whereas the “Voyager Essential” plan is for students who are not currently covered by a Primary Health Plan.

Daily Schedule: This is not a vacation! Classes will typically run from 8 or 9 am to 4 or 5 pm and will include some early morning hikes, evening lectures, and optional night hikes. Three meals a day are served at the lodge restaurant (see below for more information). While there will be lots of fun and adventures, students must be prepared for strenuous and challenging learning throughout the program.

Wilderness First Responder Certification: For students demonstrating proficiency in the hands-on scenarios, and passing the final, a Wilderness First Responder certification will be awarded. The final and certification are optional. While no academic credit is awarded by the University of Colorado for participation, students are encouraged to apply for independent study with their home institution. In these cases, assistance in providing curriculum documentation will be provided.

Accommodations: Hacienda Baru, a lovely (if simple) eco-lodge is situated on 800 acres between jungle highlands and its own Pacific beach. Students will be in two to three bedroom cabins; each cabin has its own bathroom with shower, a kitchenette, a fan, and small common area. We will do our best to provide single gender cabins, but cannot promise that will be possible.

Food: Three hot meals are provided daily by Hacienda Baru, where there is a healthy, hearty, but somewhat limited menu to choose from for meals. Vegetarian options are always available, and while no promises can be made, we will attempt to accommodate special dietary needs.

Experiential Learning Experiences: This is not a typical (i.e., boring!) lecture-style college class. If so, why go all the way to Costa Rica just to sit in a lecture hall? No, this emergency and wilderness medicine class is ACTIVE! If a student is looking to be a passive learner, sitting back and just taking notes, they would best look elsewhere.

While there will be some didactic lectures, experiential learning is integral to the course. This will include demonstrations, case studies, scenarios, and wilderness activities. Some examples include students acting as a patient on the ground, lifting/carrying “patients”, and participating in adventure activities such as including tree top canopy tours, jungle hikes, and whitewater rafting.

These experiences are a “challenge by choice,” meaning that students can participate to the degree they are comfortable and/or able. We will actively promote students breaking from their comfort zones, but no one will be forced to do something for which they are unprepared or feel pressured. In these cases, we will do our best to adapt activities so that the student can participate in some modified manner.

Free Time: Limited free time will be made available most days to allow for siestas, informal student discussion, swimming at the lodge pool or beach, hiking, or just hanging out. During free time students will be on their own safety-wise, thus a buddy system will be encouraged (required for swimming).

One afternoon will be set aside for a longer block of time. Arrangements will be made for optional surfing lessons or adventure activities (costs responsibility of students).

Health and Costa Rica: We have run many programs to Costa Rica and have yet to experience a single medical issue beyond what a band-aid, ibuprofen, or antacid wouldn’t fix. However, that doesn’t mean one shouldn’t think carefully about inherent risks of tropical travel.

Like most of the Caribbean, Central and South America, Costa Rica has experienced Zika cases.  If you are pregnant, or planning on having children in the next six months, we would advise you not to travel to Costa Rica.  The majority of cases of Zika in adults are low risk, resulting in no symptoms. For adults who do develop symptoms, most people experience a mild flu like illness associated with a rash and red eyes.  We would advise you to talk to your doctor prior to international travel. Please contact us if you have any other questions.

See http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/costa-rica

Heat & Bugs: Hacienda Baru, our small, rustic eco-lodge is not Club Med.  If you need a resort-like setting and accommodations then this is not the program for you.  Instead, Hacienda Baru is a simple, comfortable, classic eco-lodge with fans in every room, refrigerators in every cabin, and daily housekeeping.

It can be hot – it is the tropics after all! We will share hints about staying cool, and we try not to program during the hottest part of the day. There is no air conditioning, but fans are provided in every room.

We will be in the jungle; depending on the time of year insects and bugs, including mosquitoes, can be annoying.  Many of our instructors never find the need for bug repellent, but it can be helpful. Likewise, long sleeved shirts and/or pants may be helpful for those who are particularly bothered by insects or arachnids.

Emergencies/Hazards: At least one of the instructors will be a University of Colorado School of Medicine faculty member.  Course instructors will have cell phones with them and an extensive group first aid kit. A clinic and hospital are within a half hour to 4 hours from Hacienda Baru.  We will have the support of the Student Abroad office of the University of Colorado Denver. Emergency contact information will be sent prior to the start of the class.

Program leaders are well experienced. Dr. Miner has led over a dozen trips to Costa Rica and over dozens in total to Central and South America.

Student Clothing and Gear:
Light is right.

Clothing: a few pairs of shorts, a few short sleeve shirts, optional long pants and shirt for bug/sun protection, tennis shoes, a pair of sandals, socks, and underwear.

Gear/supplies: a day pack, sun protection (hat, sun glasses, sun block), writing instrument and notebook, watch, toiletries, bug repellant, personal first aid kit (band-aids, pain relief, etc.), a travel towel, and some optional items.

A full clothing and gear list, including recommended optional items, will be sent to the participant two months before the course begins.

Required Paperwork: US citizens, coming from the US, need a current passport; no visa is required. For citizens of other countries, or for US citizens traveling directly to Costa Rica from some South American, African, or Asian countries, please check with the US State Department (http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country/costa-rica.html).

Student Code of Conduct: Students will be required to read, sign, and follow a Code of Conduct that includes both rights and responsibilities. The code will describe learning and especially behavioral expectations, which will be similar to codes expected at most higher education institutions. The code will also describe consequences if there is a failure to abide by the rules, which could include immediate suspension from the program, in which case the student will be responsible for leaving the class and property, with no refund provided.

To do 3 months prior to departure :

• Ensure passport and any other necessary travel documents are current through 6 months after your departure from Costa Rica.
• Visit your personal health care provider with this trip in mind. Take care of vaccinations, prescriptions, and any medical issues (see below)
• Make travel arrangements to Costa Rica, including travel insurance
• Complete all paperwork – Waiver and Student Information Forms (will be sent to participants two months prior to course start date)
• MANDATORY – Purchase international medical and evacuation insurance through UC Denver – GeoBlue/HTH Worldwide (see Detailed Program Information) you must send to EMEDWilderness@UCDenver.edu a copy of your confirmation. More information please see: http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/internationalprograms/oia/globaleducation/safety/insurance/Pages/default.aspx

To do 2 months prior to departure:

• Get dental check-up and take care of any dental issues
• Review the packing list (see below) and be sure you have all necessary items
• Review and confirm your travel itinerary
• Submit your travel itinerary, a photocopy of your passport, a photocopy of your health and travel insurance to Meagan.Rivers@cuanschutz.edu.
• Leave copies of your travel itinerary, passport photocopy, and emergency contact information with a loved one

Please see below a sample schedule from the previous year. Please note that these schedules can change year to year. If you have any specific questions please contact us at EMEDWilderness@UCDenver.edu.

• December 2018 Costa Rica Schedule
• May 2019 Costa Rica Schedule
• July 2019 Costa Rica Schedule

Please note, due to the rapidly changing landscape of our world during the COVID-19 pandemic, our refund policy has temporarily changed. If we need to cancel a course due to local policies, you will receive a full refund. If you need to drop the course due to a COVID-19 diagnosis, you will receive a refund. Please ask Meagan.Rivers@cuanschutz.edu for other circumstances.

You have the option to register and reserve a spot in the class with a $100 USD payment, and payment of the full balance is due 30 days before the start of the course. If payment is not received 30 days prior to the start of class, you will be dropped from the course. If you register for a class fewer than 30 days prior to its start date, you are expected to pay in full on the day of registration. If you have any questions or concerns please contact course coordinator, Meagan Rivers at Meagan.Rivers@CUAnschutz.edu.

The University of Colorado reserves the right to make international cancellations up to 6 weeks and domestic cancellations up to 4 weeks prior to the course start date, in which case a full refund will be provided. The University of Colorado will not be held liable for any travel expenses or any other loss of funds the participants may incur due to the cancellation of the course. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

Refunds:
Refunds of FULL PAYMENTS, minus a 15% administrative fee, will be granted 60 days or more prior to start of the program.
Between 30 and 59 days prior to the start of the program, a 50% refund of the full payment will be granted.
No refunds will be granted for cancellations made 29 days or fewer prior to the start of the program. Please note that partial payments and deposits are not eligible for refunds.

Payment Deadline:
Full payment is expected 30 days prior to the start of the course. Lack of full payment within 30 days of course’s start date will result in being dropped from the course without refund.

Student Code of Conduct
Students will be required to read, sign, and follow a Code of Conduct that includes both rights and responsibilities. The code will describe learning and especially behavioral expectations, which will be similar to codes expected at most higher education institutions. The code will also describe consequences if there is failure to abide by the rules, which could include immediate suspension from the program, in which case the student will be responsible for leaving the class and property, with no refund provided.

Voluntary, involuntary, or medical separation
Should a student choose to leave the class early, be asked to leave the program early (see “Code of Conduct” below), or need to leave due to medical issues, s/he will be responsible for her/his own travel home and for any associated costs.

Rights and Responsibilities: Student Code of Conduct
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Wilderness & Emergency Medicine Program

Students in the University of Colorado School of Medicine Wilderness program are members of the University community. As such, students are expected to uphold University standards, which include abiding by international, state, civil, and criminal laws and all University laws, policies and standards of conduct. These standards assist in promoting a safe and welcoming community; therefore all students and participants must uphold and abide by them.

The University strives to make the learning community a place of study, work, recreation, and residence where people are treated, and treat one another, with respect and courtesy. The University views the Student Conduct Process as a learning experience that can result in growth and personal understanding of one’s responsibilities and privileges within both the University community and the greater community. Students who violate these standards may be subject to the actions described in the University’s Student Code of Conduct. These procedures are designed to provide a welcoming learning community and fairness to all who are involved in the process.

Philosophy of Student Conduct: We strive to learn from one another in an educational environment that holds mutual respect for individuals and self-responsibility for behaviors community in high regard. Students who engage in behavior that conflicts with established standards, laws, policies, and guidelines may be dismissed from the program. Every member of the student community must assume responsibility for becoming educated about the various University standards, policies, and guidelines.

Diversity Statement: We are committed to a campus community where diversity is appreciated and valued, and where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. We encourage curiosity, open communication, and continuous learning as ways to create a socially just environment. We respect the right for individuals to disagree with ideas and philosophies different from their own. However, we do not permit any form of behavior that places anyone in dangerous, discriminatory, or harassing environments. It is against the basic nature of this community for anyone to demean or discriminate against another human being.

Creating a Safe Learning Environment: We strive to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment and community. Such a caring, educational community does not tolerate physical or psychological threats, abuse, hazing, harassment, intimidation, or violence directed against a person, sexual or otherwise. In addition, students engaging in such behavior are subject to the University conduct processes.

Alcohol and Drugs: Students in a University of Colorado School of Medicine global education program must abide by host country laws and local institutional regulations with respect to alcohol and drugs. Unless permitted by host country law and local institutional regulations, participants will not possess, consume, furnish, or distribute any alcoholic beverages. The University of Colorado School of Medicine has a zero-tolerance policy with respect to the possession, use, manufacture, production, sale, exchange, or distribution of illegal drugs. Students are responsible for knowing and obeying the laws of the host country as well as all local institutional regulations, regarding alcohol and other drugs. Violations of law or policy may result in immediate dismissal from the program.

University Policies: Students are required to abide by University of Colorado School of Medicine/Anschutz Medical Campus policies, including CU Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Code of Conduct, while enrolled in the program. For the Code of Conduct please see http://www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/standards/Documents/CUDenver-CodeofConduct.pdf

Host Country Customs: Students are responsible for abiding by the laws and customs of the host country, community, institution and program. In addition they are responsible for being sensitive to the social norms of the host culture. Students are also subjected to the disciplinary codes and processes of the host institution.

Dismissal: If a student seriously disrupts the group learning process, or if student’s behavior gives the faculty or program director reasonable cause to believe that continued presence in the program poses a danger to the health or safety of persons or property, or impedes, disrupts or obstructs the program in any way, the student will face immediate dismissal. Alcohol, drug, or weapons-related violations, harassment, or assault are so seriously problematic that dismissal is highly likely. Before a student is removed from the program, she or he will have an opportunity to explain her or his conduct to the faculty or program director(s). A decision of dismissal from the program would be final, immediate, and no refund would be made. Transportation and other expenses related to the student’s return home country would be at the student’s own expense.

Health: Students are responsible for their own health maintenance during the program. In the event of serious illness, accident or emergency, students are responsible for informing an appropriate program official and for granting permission to authorize emergency medical treatment so that assistance may be secured and so that designated emergency contact(s) may be notified. Students authorize U.S. Embassies and Consulates to release information concerning their welfare and whereabouts to the University of Colorado.

This one week Pre-Med / Pre-Health course includes lectures and hands-on practical skills taught by world class faculty at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

We cover topics on emergency medicine, wilderness medicine, and an insider’s overview on what makes a successful medical school or health-professions school application as well as thriving career.

Certifications Earned:Students will also be eligible for certification as a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) included in the cost of the course. Pre-reading, assignments, and quizzes will be required to be completed before the class begins to earn your Wilderness First Responder certification.

If you are an EMT and looking to get a W- EMT our WFR course serves as a bridge course to W-EMT (EMT verification required if earning a W-EMT).

Program Includes: We’ll ferry out to the Cal State Research Station on Santa Rosa Island, within the Channel Islands National Park.

This unique program includes all instruction and simulations, meals/lodging on Santa Rosa Island, and optional WFR and program certification. It does NOT include lodging in Ventura or transportation to the ferry terminal.

At the completion of this hands-on program, students will have gained invaluable exposure to emergency, marine, and wilderness medicine. Students will better understand the track to medical school and have obtained a valuable addition to their application to medical or other health professions school.

Benefits:Students get to know medical school faculty, gain inside knowledge regarding a successful medical career, and most importantly, learn authentic, scenario-based skills designed to treat and/or save the life of a friend or family member in the event of an emergency or backcountry incident.

Please Click Here for the 2020 Channel Islands Scholarship Application

Please note that this need-based scholarship only covers tuition and does not currently cover travel costs or any other miscellaneous expenses. The scholarship application is due January 31st, 2020. Please fill out and send scholarship to EMEDWilderness@ucdenver.edu.

You are not required to register for the course when applying for the scholarship. If you are planning to take the course regardless if your receive the scholarship, then you are encouraged to register and put down your $500 deposit. If you receive the scholarship, then your deposit will be refunded. However, if you plan on matriculating in the course only if you receive the scholarship, then please do not register, as your deposit is non-refundable.

Please see below a sample schedule from the previous year. Please note that these schedules can change year to year. If you have any specific questions please contact us at EMEDWilderness@UCDenver.edu.

Channel Islands 2019 Pre-Med Schedule

Please note, due to the rapidly changing landscape of our world during the COVID-19 pandemic, our refund policy has temporarily changed. If we need to cancel a course due to local policies, you will receive a full refund. If you need to drop the course due to a COVID-19 diagnosis, you will receive a refund. Please ask Meagan.Rivers@cuanschutz.edu for other circumstances.

You have the option to register and reserve a spot in the class with a $100 USD payment, and payment of the full balance is due 30 days before the start of the course. If payment is not received 30 days prior to the start of class, you will be dropped from the course. If you register for a class fewer than 30 days prior to its start date, you are expected to pay in full on the day of registration. If you have any questions or concerns please contact course coordinator, Meagan Rivers at Meagan.Rivers@CUAnschutz.edu.

The University of Colorado reserves the right to make international cancellations up to 6 weeks and domestic cancellations up to 4 weeks prior to the course start date, in which case a full refund will be provided. The University of Colorado will not be held liable for any travel expenses or any other loss of funds the participants may incur due to the cancellation of the course. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

Refunds:
Refunds of FULL PAYMENTS, minus a 15% administrative fee, will be granted 60 days or more prior to start of the program.
Between 30 and 59 days prior to the start of the program, a 50% refund of the full payment will be granted.
No refunds will be granted for cancellations made 29 days or fewer prior to the start of the program. Please note that partial payments and deposits are not eligible for refunds.

Payment Deadline:
Full payment is expected 30 days prior to the start of the course. Lack of full payment within 30 days of course’s start date will result in being dropped from the course without refund.

Student Code of Conduct
Students will be required to read, sign, and follow a Code of Conduct that includes both rights and responsibilities. The code will describe learning and especially behavioral expectations, which will be similar to codes expected at most higher education institutions. The code will also describe consequences if there is failure to abide by the rules, which could include immediate suspension from the program, in which case the student will be responsible for leaving the class and property, with no refund provided.

Voluntary, involuntary, or medical separation
Should a student choose to leave the class early, be asked to leave the program early (see “Code of Conduct” below), or need to leave due to medical issues, s/he will be responsible for her/his own travel home and for any associated costs.

Rights and Responsibilities: Student Code of Conduct
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Wilderness & Emergency Medicine Program

Students in the University of Colorado School of Medicine Wilderness program are members of the University community. As such, students are expected to uphold University standards, which include abiding by international, state, civil, and criminal laws and all University laws, policies and standards of conduct. These standards assist in promoting a safe and welcoming community; therefore all students and participants must uphold and abide by them.

The University strives to make the learning community a place of study, work, recreation, and residence where people are treated, and treat one another, with respect and courtesy. The University views the Student Conduct Process as a learning experience that can result in growth and personal understanding of one’s responsibilities and privileges within both the University community and the greater community. Students who violate these standards may be subject to the actions described in the University’s Student Code of Conduct. These procedures are designed to provide a welcoming learning community and fairness to all who are involved in the process.

Philosophy of Student Conduct: We strive to learn from one another in an educational environment that holds mutual respect for individuals and self-responsibility for behaviors community in high regard. Students who engage in behavior that conflicts with established standards, laws, policies, and guidelines may be dismissed from the program. Every member of the student community must assume responsibility for becoming educated about the various University standards, policies, and guidelines.

Diversity Statement: We are committed to a campus community where diversity is appreciated and valued, and where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. We encourage curiosity, open communication, and continuous learning as ways to create a socially just environment. We respect the right for individuals to disagree with ideas and philosophies different from their own. However, we do not permit any form of behavior that places anyone in dangerous, discriminatory, or harassing environments. It is against the basic nature of this community for anyone to demean or discriminate against another human being.

Creating a Safe Learning Environment: We strive to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment and community. Such a caring, educational community does not tolerate physical or psychological threats, abuse, hazing, harassment, intimidation, or violence directed against a person, sexual or otherwise. In addition, students engaging in such behavior are subject to the University conduct processes.

Alcohol and Drugs: Students in a University of Colorado School of Medicine global education program must abide by host country laws and local institutional regulations with respect to alcohol and drugs. Unless permitted by host country law and local institutional regulations, participants will not possess, consume, furnish, or distribute any alcoholic beverages. The University of Colorado School of Medicine has a zero-tolerance policy with respect to the possession, use, manufacture, production, sale, exchange, or distribution of illegal drugs. Students are responsible for knowing and obeying the laws of the host country as well as all local institutional regulations, regarding alcohol and other drugs. Violations of law or policy may result in immediate dismissal from the program.

University Policies: Students are required to abide by University of Colorado School of Medicine/Anschutz Medical Campus policies, including CU Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Code of Conduct, while enrolled in the program. For the Code of Conduct please see http://www.ucdenver.edu/life/services/standards/Documents/CUDenver-CodeofConduct.pdf

Host Country Customs: Students are responsible for abiding by the laws and customs of the host country, community, institution and program. In addition they are responsible for being sensitive to the social norms of the host culture. Students are also subjected to the disciplinary codes and processes of the host institution.

Dismissal: If a student seriously disrupts the group learning process, or if student’s behavior gives the faculty or program director reasonable cause to believe that continued presence in the program poses a danger to the health or safety of persons or property, or impedes, disrupts or obstructs the program in any way, the student will face immediate dismissal. Alcohol, drug, or weapons-related violations, harassment, or assault are so seriously problematic that dismissal is highly likely. Before a student is removed from the program, she or he will have an opportunity to explain her or his conduct to the faculty or program director(s). A decision of dismissal from the program would be final, immediate, and no refund would be made. Transportation and other expenses related to the student’s return home country would be at the student’s own expense.

Health: Students are responsible for their own health maintenance during the program. In the event of serious illness, accident or emergency, students are responsible for informing an appropriate program official and for granting permission to authorize emergency medical treatment so that assistance may be secured and so that designated emergency contact(s) may be notified. Students authorize U.S. Embassies and Consulates to release information concerning their welfare and whereabouts to the University of Colorado.