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WILDERNESS MEDICINE · MTN RECIPROCITY & INDUSTRY RESEARCH

Will MTN accept your training?

Look up your certificate issuer to see MTN’s reciprocity category and the next step for your course.

Check a certification

Start with the issuer and credential level. Course and instructor details help MTN complete a case-by-case review.

Use the organization printed on the certificate, which may differ from the local host.

Add course details for a review (optional)

Acceptance is directional. MTN accepting another provider’s certification does not mean that provider accepts MTN certifications. Confirm with the receiving organization.

How MTN handles prior training

These colors describe MTN reciprocity. They are not quality grades for providers.

Automatic reciprocity

Green programs have automatic reciprocity with MTN.

Case-by-case review

Yellow programs are reviewed using the specific instructor and course length.

Policy not specified

The existing red category has no defined MTN policy yet. It is not an automatic rejection.

Read the policy scope

INDUSTRY RESEARCH

Understand the training behind the certificate.

Explore what the reviewed programs publish about training hours, instructor requirements, costs, and standards—and what still needs verification.

Read the findings
NOLS written agreement · WFR recertification

MTN confirms that NOLS has issued a written reciprocity agreement covering WFR recertification. This statement does not extend the agreement to initial WFR courses, WFA, or instructor credentials. Consult the written agreement for eligibility, direction of acceptance, and any other conditions.

MTN confirmation from Ryan Armstrong, September 28, 2026. Agreement text not independently reviewed.

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Submit a correction, add your program, or apply for MTN reciprocity.

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