Find the Right Training
Start with who you are—not a list of course names. Choose the pathway that best describes your role, goals, and operating environment, and we’ll narrow the SSI catalog to the training that fits.
You do not need to understand the entire SSI catalog.
Select the discipline that best describes you. Each pathway organizes the most relevant SSI courses by starting point, prerequisites, professional role, and next-step progression.
If you already know the course you need, go directly to the complete schedule. If you are comparing programs, use the updated visual guides and comparison tools farther down this page.
Which group best describes you?
01
Military & Tactical
Mission-specific water operations, technical rigging, austere response, and custom DoD training.
02
Fire / SAR / Public Safety
NFPA-aligned swiftwater, flood, rope, boat, and agency-response development.
03
Rescue Boat Operator
Boat handling, crew coordination, flood response, and powered rescue operations.
04
River Guide / Field Contractor
Professional swiftwater rescue training for guides, field personnel, and working river teams.
05
Private River Runner
Recreational rescue skills, river judgment, self-rescue, and team-based response.
06
Packrafting & Expeditions
Packraft paddling, rescue, leadership, and remote expedition development.
See the progression before choosing.
Compare the skills covered in each course.
Swiftwater Course Skills Comparison
Compare the emphasis, skill sets, and progression across SSI’s swiftwater-rescue programs.
Packrafting Course Skills Comparison
Compare the focus of SSI’s packraft paddling, rescue, leadership, and expedition programs.
Already know what you need?
Go directly to the complete course schedule, or contact SSI if your agency needs a custom recommendation.