Baker Technical Institute
Baker City, OR

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Dr. Tingelstad To Join
Baker Technical Institute
Instructional Staff

Baker Technical Institute, a leading provider of Career Technical Education programs, is excited to announce that Dr. Kaare Tingelstad will be joining the instructional staff at BTI. Dr. Tingelstad will instruct in the Health Services department at BTI, and focus on growing the course offerings centered around remote medicine. “I’m thrilled to be able to be a part of the innovative approach to education and training that is at the heart of BTI. Our goal is to start offering classes as soon as next month, and begin the process of educating students on the application of medical principles to the wilderness environment,” says Dr. Tingelstad.

As a physician, Dr. Tingelstad has worked closely with EMS agencies, wilderness guides and fellow medical professionals to educate and care for patients who have sustained injuries or illnesses in remote situations. He has taught courses around the United States and Africa to a variety of audiences ranging from Wilderness First Aid to Wilderness Advanced Life Support. Dr. Tingelstad holds bachelor degrees in Biology and Psychology, with a minor in Chemistry. He holds a doctorate from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at the Naval Hospital in Bremerton. “Throughout his 22 years as a physician, paramedic, ski patroller, search and rescue member and Unites States Naval Officer, Dr. Tingelstad has the unique background of not only being a trained medical professional, but he has literally lived the life that gave him hands-on experience in wild and hostile situations. This is what makes him such a respected and sought after trainer. We are excited about being able to add this specialized and high-demand training to our health services career pathway,” says Doug Dalton, Baker Technical Institute.

BTI has also partnered with Wilderness Medical Associates International (WMA) to be able to offer the highest level of curriculum and certifications in this program. WMA is an organization made up of medical and rescue professionals, researchers and experienced educators who oversee the curriculum and certifications. According to Dalton, “They are the recognized leaders in the world in this field and we feel very fortunate to be able to work so closely with them to help fuel our growth in this training.” BTI intends not only to offer courses from its campus in Baker City, but across the Northwest.

About Baker Technical Institute
Headquartered in Baker City, Oregon, Baker Technical Institute is a leading provider of Career Technical Education programs designed to develop the next generation of skilled workers, technology innovators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders in rural communities. Baker Technical Institute offers the very latest education and training, leading to certification in high-salary, high-demand careers in various fields including Agriculture Sciences, Building Trades, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Health Services, Welding and Metal Technology. Baker Technical Institute faculty and staff are committed to ensuring that programs stay on the cutting-edge of business know-how and technological innovations.