Guide Certification Training and Support

CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING

All of our guides undergo training through the AMGA and receive annual CPD. A majority of our guides hold AMGA Guide Certifications. This commitment to professionalism through certifications ensures that you work with the best in the industry, regarding security and industry best practices. We know that’s not everything to look for in a guide, but it is a really great start…

SUPPORT

Smile pays 50% of the tuition costs for all AMGA mountain guide programs to our full-time team members. Since 2023, a donor has matched our tuition, meaning our full-time team receives free continuing education for their careers, taking one of the industry's most significant burdens off their minds.

American Mountain Guides Association, AMGA Training/Certification Flow Chart