Requirements For Entry

• Climbing Prerequisite: The candidate's personal "flash" climbing standard is at a minimum of 5.10d, and their minimum "redpoint" climbing standard is at 5.11a or better, either when placing gear on traditionally protected leads or while climbing bolt protected "sport" climbs. The candidate is current with modern climbing trends and familiar with the language and pedagogy of training for rock climbing.
• Experience: Candidates are expected to arrive with a strong recreational climbing background with an acquired knowledge of knots, belaying, anchors, protection strategies and climbing systems. It is assumed that the candidates can lead the climbs listed on the submitted resume. Candidates are expected to be physically prepared for a week of outdoor activity.
• Advanced First Aid:
  An Advanced Wilderness First Aid course with a minimum 80 hours is required. Courses from this partial list of providers have proven adequate in the past. Contact the ACMG if you are uncertain about other programs.

The above is an absolute minimum. To demonstrate these skills in an exam setting requires a great deal of confidence, ability, and fitness. Most candidates enter the program with a much higher personal standard than the minimum required.