Tutors clearly very knowledgeable and engaging. Far From Help Part 2 - Kelly MacFarlane
The course Advanced Medicine definitely exceeded my expectations - no matter how much feedback and participants' comments you read on a website there's always a suspicion that these might have been exaggerated - but not in this case! - Leah Reilly Advanced Medicine
Their [WMT’s] presentations and lectures inspired us immensely and demonstrated that being a part of an expedition was a real possibility. Morocco Expedition - Laura Irwin and Reza Noori, The Adventure Medic
... sometimes you come across people who are delivering a service or a product that is so good, so well designed and delivered, and so far ahead of the competition that they’re really operating in their own self-created realm of excellence. Advanced Medicine - Martin Holland, blog
The course instructors were really inspirational and a whole lot of fun, being approachable on the course and socialising in the evenings. Expedition Medicine (winter), Chamonix - Victoria Ormerod, The Adventure Medic
Fantastic instructors. Really enjoyable and I will be back. - Matt O'Rourke Advanced Medicine
It is an extremely impressive delivery team. Well done. Advanced Medicine - Dominic Irvine
An excellent, informative and useful course. Thank you v. much! Expedition Skills delegate
First class teaching. Many thanks. Far From Help Part 2 - Kenny Jones (dentist)
WMT has set the standard by which wilderness first aid courses are judged. Far From Help - Richard Madden, Telegraph
Without doubt this type of course is a must for anyone who is in the business of expedition medicine or who would like to learn more before committing to a full blown expedition. Expedition Medicine (winter) Chamonix - Wendy Russell, BMJ Careers
Without doubt the most useful course of its kind that I have been on. Advanced Medicine - Richard Traveri
This was one of the best courses I have been on. During my two months as an expedition medic in remote parts of Ethiopia and trekking in China I used much of the knowledge and many of the tips and skills learnt on this course. Expedition Medicine and Field Skills (Chamonix summer) - Alice Mavrogordato, BMJ Careers
Waited nearly a year – big expectations. Way exceeded them. Advanced Medicine - Jamie Annetts, Exped Adventure
I am planning a trip abroad after completing my foundation year 2 and I would never have felt confident or competent enough to do that without going on this course. Morocco Expedition - Alison Evans, BMJ Careers
Balanced between professional delivery from superb practitioners to the right amount of banter. Brill – as always. Far From Help Part 2 - Chris Ince (retired), Gordonstoun School
My first course with WMT. It will not be my last. Advanced Medicine - Warren Dukes
I learnt many transferable skills that I hope in the future I can apply to medical situations, whether in or out of hospital, and particularly on my elective. Expedition Medic - Matthew Everson, Student BMJ
An excellent 4-days. I am leaving with increased confidence and knowledge. Advanced Medicine - Ben Keen, The Adventure Element
I love the course and knowledge gained. Thanks for the ongoing review and improvements. Advanced Medicine - Jenny Changleng, Edinburgh Academy
Most informative and relevant course to date. Far From Help - Will Lawson BBC
Excellent. Wilderness Medicine Workshop - Prof. R. Preziosi University of Manchester
... an excellent contextualised learning experience. Advanced Medicine - Richard Wood
...[the course] pushed me out of my comfort zone, however, I feel more confident and have leant a lot. Thank you! Mountain Medicine on Skis - Dr Emma Scahill
... let me thank you for such a fantastic and well orchestrated week. Expedition Medicine, Chamonix - Dr Sam Hart
Thank you for such an excellent course. Mountain Medicine on Skis - Dr Eyston Vaughan-Huxley

Welcome to WMT

SUBSCRIBE TO THE WMT NEWSLETTER HERE TO RECEIVE ADVANCED NEWS OF NEW COURSE DATES, MEDICAL UPDATES, COURSE REVIEWS, EXPEDITION JOBS AND MORE.

Updated 10 July 2026

MEDIC courses

Morocco MAX Mountain Medicine Expedition 23-29 September 2026 – limited places. Price held at 2025 rate. All welcome – non medics and medics.

EXPLORER courses

Far From Help KENDAL 28-29 November & 5-6 June 2027

Advanced Medicine KENDAL 28 November – 1 December & 5-8 June 2027

FFH Part 2 / Advanced Refresher 30 November – 1 December & 7-8 June 2027

WMT has led the expedition community for 35 years in delivering expert expedition medical training courses for Explorers (laypeople) and Medics (doctors, nurses, OHP).