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Courses offered by the Provincial School of CNSAS Trentino and the National Schools are reserved for selected rescuers. To access training, it is necessary first to pass the entry selection and become part of the Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico Trentino.
New volunteers
Joining the Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico Trentino is a choice born from the desire to dedicate your time and skills to the community, even in extreme situations. Our training programme allows you to progress step by step, acquire new skills, and work alongside a well-prepared and united team.
Requirements
Not everyone can become an operator of the Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico Trentino, as it is an activity that demands high levels of preparation, attention, and a strong sense of responsibility.
The selection process allows us to assess not only technical skills, but also the ability to read and interpret the environment, move independently in diverse terrains, and maintain focus and clear decision-making under pressure.
Strong mountaineering skills and experience
Age between 18 and 45 years
Successful completion of a technical and aptitude selection for activities on mountain terrain, rock, ice and snow, held annually over several days starting in autumn
For further information, contact:
Application form
Complete the online application and submit it to the central office by 31st August each year. Before proceeding, contact the Capostazione for your area of residence – they will provide you with the link to complete the procedure.
Documents required:
Valid CAI/SAT membership
Valid ID
Passport-sized photo
Medical certificate for competitive sports, no older than 6 months
Curriculum of mountaineering and/or speleological activities
Operational members
After passing the selection (rock module and snow/ice module), you will begin a training period to learn mountain rescue techniques. Upon completion, you become an operational member and can participate in rescue operations.
Mountain Rescue Operator
Medical Rescue Operator
Basic Rescue Operator (only for those pursuing speleological specialisation)
Once part of the organisation, training is continuous through dedicated courses, refreshers and periodic assessments organised by our school.
Training programme
During your path to becoming a rescuer, there are several key steps.
Useful information
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can attend the training courses of the Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico Trentino?
- How do I access the training programme?
To enter the training programme, candidates must:
- Have strong mountaineering skills and experience
- Meet the required age criteria
- Pass a technical and aptitude selection
Only after completing this step, you can join the actual training courses, run by the Provincial School in collaboration with the National Schools.
- What does the training programme involve?
The course includes theoretical and practical modules on:
- Rope-handling techniques, the use of anchors and haul systems, stretcher management and orientations
- Orientation, terrain and risk assessment
- Alpine and cave first aid (trauma, hypothermia, injured management)
- Teamwork, communication and coordination with the operations centre and other
emergency system components
A significant part of the training takes place in real environments, with exercises simulating actual operational scenarios.
- How long does the training programme last?
Training is an ongoing process rather than a single course. After the initial phase, which provides the basic skills to operate in a team, there are periodic updates, mandatory refreshers, and possible specialisations (avalanche, canyon, cave, missing-person search, etc.).
- Is training mandatory even after becoming operational?
Yes. To remain active within the Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico Trentino, members must:
- Undertake technical assessments and practical tests
- Maintain medical and first-aid skills
- Participate in periodic exercises and refreshers
Continuous commitment is essential to ensure that team members maintain up-to-date skills and
can operate effectively as a coordinated unit. - Are there courses open to the public?
No. Courses by the Provincial School of CNSAS Trentino and the National Schools are intended for members of the Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico Trentino only.
For the public, the association runs prevention and safety-awareness initiatives, such as
informational meetings and educational materials. - How can I get more information about the selection process?
For updated information on requirements, selection procedures, and course schedules, contact the Secretariat of the Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico Trentino:
- Email: info@soccorsoalpinotrentino.it
- Phone: +39 0461 233166
Voices from the heart of rescue
Join us— together for our region and its mountains
Our work exists thanks to people who dedicate time, care and expertise to the community. You too can contribute to this ongoing commitment: with a donation – for equipment and training
sessions – or by choosing to begin the path that leads to becoming a rescuer.