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Join SARTREX Today
Enroll in our program to access top-tier mentorship, cutting-edge training modules, and a global network dedicated to Search and Rescue excellence.
Fees & Scholarships
Discover our available scholarship opportunities.
Certification
Receive a globally recognized certification upon program completion.
Program Overview
At SARTREX, we offer a unique 3-month program, with a 2 week in person in international training search and rescue exchange program somewhere in the world. Mentees from around the world come to a country to learn about search and rescue, mentored by an international team of instructors and from eachother. Through our in person training exchange events, online courses and video calls, we provide comprehensive training to prepare you for real-life situations.
Training Modules
Each attendee get's an opperunity to develop in their specific area based on the theme. Allowing them to grow in the area they are wanting,
International Networking
Make international new friends and collegues, share your knowledge and learn together with them, allowing you to bring home the vital knowledge.
Professional Development
Learn from the best SAR mentors in the world that dedicate their time and efforts for your development!
Global Impact
Impact lives of missing, injured and lost persons worldwide by intergrading within our program, people are making an active difference.
Frequently asked questions
General Program Structure Outline
SARTREX has the following general program structure consisting of 3 months intensive training, education and attendance. They will vary from program to program.
Month 1 (Week 1,2,3 & 4)
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Theory & online education: During the first 4 weeks you will be in online classrooms, learning the theory of the current program theme preparing you for the in person attendance.
Month 2 (Week: 5+6)
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Preparing for the physical in person training: The online classrooms shift to making you ready for travelling to the country where SARTREX is being held.
Months 2 (Week: 7+8 )
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In person SARTREX event: All attendees and in person instructors will go to the country where SARTREX is organized.
Months 3 (Week: 9+10,11,12 )
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After SARTREX event: Online After coaching & support from instructors to all participants and their organizations to allow slowly coming back to society and "normal" life.
Introducing some of the focus area programs you are able to be a part of.
Where do you want to develop?
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Ground SAR & Medical
Learn how to effectively Ground Search for missing persons in different types of terrain, apply land navigation, search tactics and many more. Get Certified by The National Association for Search and Rescue
MLPI / Search Management
Learn how to apply Lost Person Behavior, deal with spontaneous volunteers and manage your resources.
International Management & Unified Response
Learn Crisis Management according to International Standards and how to unify multiple agencies or organizations
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Rope & High Angle Rescue
Learn how to apply rope rescue concepts and improve your capabilities.
Drone & Technology based Rescue
Technology like drones is fast expanding and making an active difference. Learn what new technology is making a difference in the world
Urban Collapsed Structurers (USAR)
Civil defense is an always expanding topic, collapsed structures during disasters require a unified international response. Learn how to work in this dangerous environment
Water Search & Recovery
Learn or get aware on how to use sonar or other Search & Recovery Tactics from inland water search to sea rescue.
Swiftwater & Flood Rescue
Water is life, but can also take it very quickly in our flood & swift water program you will learn how to effectively use technical skills to rescue people in swift water environments
Leadership Development
Our leadership development program is designed to make those who are future leaders shine in their specialism, giving the confidence to make a difference.
Mountain Rescue
Ropes and dangerous terrain, in our mountain rescue program we teach everything from medical to getting out your patient safely to ground.
Mantracking & Evidence Awareness
The ancient art of mantracking never really left the modern time. Our mantracking program allows you to learn the vital skills to find missing persons in wilderness environments
SAR Instructor Development
All our instructors go through a SARTREX instructor program, teaching the vitals how to work with groups, keep safety in to account and be an effective instructor or evaluator! Click here to learn more about instructor development
NON Profit Management
Learn how to effectively run
A lasting Non Profit organization that is timeless and faceless.
Working with Helicopters
Helicopters are challenging machines and life saving when used properly. Our heli programs teach the basics how to work with and around them.
Mental Health & Physical Fitness
Learn how to be an effective SAR responder to be able to take care of yourself, so you can take care of others.
Fund Raising
Learn how to attract
and keep sponsors, these essential skills are important to keep your own organization alive and thriving.
Discover Exciting Learning Opportunities
Expand your knowledge and skills through our diverse range of learning disciplines. Our program offers mentees the chance to explore various areas of search and rescue, guided by an international team of experts. Whether you're interested in wilderness survival, urban search operations, or disaster response, we have the resources and support to help you succeed.
Personalized Mentorship Experience
Our mentees receive personalized mentorship from experienced professionals in the field. Through our in person events, online courses and video calls, you'll have the opportunity to learn directly from experts who have extensive knowledge and practical experience in search and rescue operations. They will guide you every step of the way, providing valuable insights and helping you develop the skills needed to excel in your chosen discipline.
Themed Program
No matter if you are water, land, air, collapsed structures or sea based SAR, the SARTREX Foundation has a program that will suit your needs. We take a in-depth look at what the industry needs. Take a look at our programs or take actions to host one!
Scholarships
SARTREX is committed to empowering the Search and Rescue (SAR) community by providing scholarships to dedicated individuals attending our program. These scholarships help ensure that passionate rescuers, regardless of financial limitations, have access to high-quality training and education. We understand not everyone is as fortunate to attend a SARTREX.
At SARTREX we have 3 types of scholarships.
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General attendance: in this type of scholarship you will get the achievable certifications during your presence at the program.
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Flight sponsorship: through our sponsors we are able to sometimes cover flight costs to the program so you can attend. As not everyone can afford their flight.
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Continued education scholarship: awarded in collaboration with our sponsors to those that are having trouble to attend a professional education for rescue.
All our scholarships are reviewed by our SARTREX scholarship committee. Your scholarship application shall be considered during applying at a SARTREX program.
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What costs are covered during SARTREX?
During your attendance at sartrex we cover the majority of the cost during your attendance, so you can enjoy your educaitonal growth!
Certification costs
Fun Group activities
Flight to/from the SARTREX Program
Housing (Group Accommodation)
Group Transport
Your own equipment
Group basic food
Education
Travel Insurance
During your attendance you can gain Certififcations & Education
From the Following organizations:
The more volunteer instructors we have the more we are able to make a difference and the faster we can expand on our training program offerings. Are you an organization that wants to work with us, then let's talk and Contact Us.
Emhance International Responder Development
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The National Association For Search and Rescue
Internationally Accredited Certifications in Ground Based SAR for
Lost, Injured & missing persons.
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SARTREX Certifications
From Certifications of attendance to accomplishment certifications.