Official CourseMTEySS · Res. 1411/2017

BYR Course — AAETAV

Search and Rescue
in Natural Environments

Specialized training in SAR operations that combines strategy, logistics and direct field action to respond efficiently in emergency situations.

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Course hours

40 hs

Breakdown

50% aula / 50% terreno

Format

Teórico + práctico

Format

Realistic drills

Includes

SAR operations manual

Official AAETAV certification

Practice in real terrain

Technical rescue materials

Description

What is the BYR about?

The Search and Rescue (BYR) course is specialized training in SAR (Search and Rescue) operations for natural environments, with an emphasis on efficient and safe action in emergency situations.

It combines theoretical foundations of rescue management with intensive field practice, preparing participants to design rescue plans, coordinate teams and act efficiently in adverse conditions.

Course methodology

50% classroom work

Theoretical foundations and operations planning

50% fieldwork

Practical application in real rescue scenarios

Realistic drills

Recreating emergency situations in the field

Team coordination

Working with government rescue agencies

Format

Field Intensive

Course hours

40 hs

Classroom

50% (20 hs)

Field

50% (20 hs)

Drills

Real scenarios

Objectives

Design and carry out search and rescue plans in the field
Respond to emergencies efficiently and safely
Coordinate response teams in SAR operations
Apply systematic search techniques in natural environments

Scope

SAR operations in Argentina

The BYR prepares you to take an active part in Search and Rescue operations coordinated with government agencies: National Parks, Civil Defense, Gendarmerie and Fire Departments.

Ideal complement

The BYR integrates with the GRAN and WFR to complete comprehensive safety training for activities in natural environments.

Competencies

Skills you will gain

Design and execution of field search operations

Organization and coordination of rescue teams

Handling ropes and technical rescue equipment

Effective communication in emergency situations

Operational leadership under pressure in the field

Program

Main content

Comprehensive training in search, technical rescue and coordination of operations in natural terrain

SAR fundamentals — search theory

Search patterns and methodologies

Rescue organization and logistics

Rope techniques and hauling systems

Emergency communication

Inter-agency coordination

Operational leadership in the field

Integrated field simulations

Participants

Who is it for?

Mountain, kayak and hiking guides

Active tourism operators

Volunteer firefighters and civil defense members

National park rescue staff

Professionals with outdoor activity training

Opportunities

Career prospects

Rescue teams in National Parks

Civil defense and firefighting organizations

Adventure tourism operations in remote areas

Support in emergencies and incidents in natural settings

Interdisciplinary emergency response teams

Upon completion you receive

BYR Certificate — AAETAV

Official recognition

Recognized by the MTEySS under Resolution 1411/2017. Complements the GRAN and WFR certifications.

Nationwide validity

The certificate is valid throughout Argentina for SAR operations in natural environments.

Verification code

Each certificate includes a unique code that can be verified on AAETAV's public validator.

Calendar

Upcoming dates

Nov282026

BYR - Búsqueda y Rescate en Ambientes Agrestes y Naturales

● Enrollment open

November 28, 2026 — December 2, 2026Enrollment deadline: November 23, 2026 at 03:00 PMSan Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro11 spots availableGloria Elizabeth Chamorro Mol, Ezequiel Garofalo, Alejandro Niseggi

$ 522.000

Members $ 417.600 (20% off)

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Prerequisites

This course | certification requires prior AAETAV certifications.

GRANWFR

Payment methods

Credit/debit cardBank transfer

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