Outdoor Emergency Care

Is one of the base core curriculum offerings through the National Ski Patrol and Blue Knob Ski Patrol for performing emergency medical and rescue care.  This is an 80 hour course that requires independent on-line work, classroom, hands on practical skills and on-the-hill training. 

Congratulations to the OEC Class of 2025!

OEC Course Schedule

This NSP Course is run in conjunction with other patrols in the Western Appalachian Region. Independent reading and on-line study generally starts early-mid summer.  Classroom lectures and practical applications begin in August and run through early-November, generally one weekend a month. This is a Blue Knob class and has both on-line independent learning coordinated with practical sessions for hands-on equipment training.  Practical Sessions will be held at Blue Knob Resort. Please contact Mike Burk for information on the 2026 course. Pre-Registration & approval is required.