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Become a Wilderness PT First Responder
Presented by Wilderness Physical Therapy Educators, LLC, and the American Physical Therapy Association
Earn your Wilderness PT First Responder (WPT-FR) certification by completing this immersive master class — combining online learning with hands-on training in the stunning setting of Joshua Tree National Park.
Space is limited to 24 participants.
Registration for this course requires a two-step, two-payment process.
Highlights
- Immersive format: 11 hours of online asynchronous material and 29 hours of in-person field instruction
- Hands-on practice: Apply skills in authentic backcountry scenarios
- Expert instruction: Learn from leaders in wilderness physical therapy
- Professional growth: Earn 4.0 CEUs (40 contact hours)
- Exclusive access: Only 24 participants admitted
Event Details
Date: Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, 2 p.m.-Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, noon
Location: Joshua Tree National Park, California
CEUs: 4.0 (40 contact hours)
Capacity: 24 participants
Registration and Pricing
This course has a two-step registration process:
- Visit Wilderness Physical Therapy Educators to enroll and pay the lab fee of $1,285.
- Complete APTA CSM registration to pay the CEU and course fee:
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- Section member: $315 early bird | $340 advance | $365 onsite
- Non-section member: $415 early bird | $440 advance | $465 onsite
Start Registration for APTA CSM
What to Expect
- Field-based, scenario-driven instruction in Joshua Tree National Park.
- Small-group learning led by expert educators.
- Certification as a Wilderness PT First Responder upon successful completion.
This course is designed for PTs seeking to expand their practice to remote and outdoor environments.
Seats are extremely limited — only 24 spots available. Early registration is strongly encouraged.