FUNSAR / SARTECH II - 2025-001

Hybrid Fundamentals of Search & Rescue

Class: 2025-001

Course Dates:                            Skills Dates

                                                 24-26 April 2025

Location:

Krislund Camp & Conference Center - 189 Krislund Dr, Madisonburg PA

​Cost: $350.00 per person 

Duration: 56 Hours

Course Description:

The "Fundamentals of Search and Rescue" (FSAR) course is meticulously designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for effective participation in search and rescue (SAR) operations as a qualified Field Team Member (FTM). This course is foundational for those seeking to enter the field of SAR, providing a comprehensive overview of the strategies, techniques, and challenges involved in search and rescue missions. It lays the groundwork for understanding the complexities of SAR operations, including coordination with various agencies, navigation in diverse terrains, first aid in wilderness settings, and the legal and ethical dimensions of search and rescue activities.

The FSAR emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and critical thinking in emergency scenarios, ensuring that participants are not only skilled in individual SAR techniques but are also capable of working effectively in a team environment. The course's curriculum is structured to balance theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical exercises, enabling participants to apply learned concepts in real-world situations.

This is a hybrid training program. The course's online material will open 30 days prior to the start of the course. The online distance learning modules MUST be completed prior to arrival at the in-person training. The distance learning training is approximately 12-15 hours of time commitment. PLAN ACCORDINGLY.

​NASAR SARTECH II EXAMINATION

The SARTech II exam is an additional fee. Candidates wishing to test will upon successful completion of the course will be offered a discounted testing fee that can be added as part of your registration.

The FUNSAR text book NOT included in course tuition.

A valid Wilderness First Aid card will be required to complete the testing portion of this program.

Testing will take place on 27 April 2025.

COURSE POLICIES

Registration Policy:

Payment in full is required to reserve your spot in the course. Tuition is non-transferable and is payable by check, credit card, paypal, or money order. Tuition covers Instructor fee, syllabus license fee, course equipment, and NASAR certification cards. SRTC is not obligated to allow any student to attend a course until SRTC paperwork has been received, reviewed and approved by SRTC. 

Payment in full is required to reserve your lodging for the course if you choose to utilize our lodging option. (If one is available.)


Cancellation & Refund Policy:

If a student cancels out of the course or withdrawals from a course:

• If greater than or equal to 45 days prior to the starting date of the course, SRTC will retain a $55.00 administrative cancelation fee.
• Within 45 days of the course start date, tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Participants that cancel or withdraw from a course are still responsible for cancelation fees even if payment has not been sent or processed. (Applies if you cancel within 45 days of a course.)
• Failure to cancel and failure to show does not negate any financial obligations relating to the course. SRTC reserves the right to recoup any finances

A full refund will be given if we need to cancel the course for any reason.

Late Payment Policy:

Participants that register and choose pay via company check or personal check must submit payment in a timely manner. Payment is due no later than 10 days after your registrations is submitted. If payment is not post marked prior to this date a late fee will be assessed. Late fees will either be invoiced separately or added to any outstanding balance.

• An initial late fee of $25.00 will be assessed for any late payment. 
• An additional fee of $15.00 per day, will also be assessed if payment is delayed past 10 days from registration and this fee is retroactive to the date of registration.

SRTC & NASAR Student Agreements:(Including Assumption of Risks and Agreement of Release of Indemnity)

A course student agreement will be sent to you upon completion of registration. Please sign, return it and read it carefully as it affects your legal rights. Bring the signed document to the first day of the course or return it via email to [email protected]. If you are a minor, a parent or guardian must sign the document as well. Without a signed document, you cannot participate in the course. SRTC course participants, including minors, will have unsupervised free time throughout the course. Any activities during the free time are not part of the SRTC training program and are at the sole risk of the participant.