Feature  History  Bios  Events  Orgs  Gear  Photos  Forum  Quotes  Reads  Links  Home		This feature article was snagged from . Click here for the previous articles Guides’ Training and Qualifications in the United States Traditionally in the U.S. there has been no national or standardized mechanism for training or qualifying guides, although the American Mountain Guides Association now provides certification and membership in the international certifying organization for guides, the UIAGM, described below. Entry level guides generally seek employment based on their resumes or skill. Most guide services then provide some training in guiding skills or local practices. Guides typically continue their training by guiding, often under the supervision of more experienced guides. Sometimes more formal training or learning opportunities are either required or provided periodically by their employer guide service, or other outside entities.
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