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Mile in our Boots - Clinicians Academy

An inclusive training academy designed to deliver "teachable moments" relevant to the fields of FF, EMS, LEO, & 911.
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Each track incorporates hands-on opportunities & real-life scenarios that responders may encounter, ensuring practical applicability. MIOB Clinicians Academy was designed to help clinicians understand what first responders go through by immersing them in scenarios (full gear and equipment) that may be similar to an event that would be a reason the first responder to seek help. Clinicians walk away with a very vivid perspective to better serve our responders.

04/20/2026

The clinicians in our academy are placed into scenarios that mirror the kinds of experiences that may eventually bring first responders into their offices. The purpose is to give them a realistic sense of the physical and emotional demands of the job by having them work through situations while carrying the weight of our equipment, whether that is bunker gear, a law enforcement vest and duty belt, or EMS equipment. The HOT (hands-on training) tracks are intentionally designed to place clinicians under pressure so they can better appreciate the stressors we face in the field. The goal is not to make them first responders, but to give them relevant exposure to the environments, tasks, and emotional strain that often accompany this work. Through that experience, they gain a stronger understanding of the feelings and reactions that may be tied to these events. Then, when a responder walks into their office and does not know where to begin, the clinician has a more informed starting point for conversation, connection, and care.

04/19/2026

Day 2 Representing our squads and our responders. MIOB 2026

04/18/2026

Thank you to the clinicians who choose to show up for responders. You’re willingness to step into our world and understand the stress we carry — even when we don’t know how to unpack it ourselves. Walking a Mile in Our Boots matters more than you know.

04/17/2026

Today is check in day. Lots of prepping to get ready for the action tomorrow!! Fit test for mask and gear sizing (firefighting track)

04/05/2026

Lace up! We are less than two weeks from "Mile In Our Boots" Clinicians Academy! Stay tuned and keep an eye on the page for lots and lots of pictures.

03/14/2026

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02/17/2026

WE ARE FULL!!!. Our academy April 16 - 19, 2026 @ Colleton County Fire Rescue, St 19 in Walterboro, is full. We have 9 states representing this year. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

10/25/2025

If you have been through the academy.....Give us a shout and let others know how your experience was! Don't just let them hear it from us!

10/06/2025

All the loose ends have been tied up! MIOB 2026 has officially been approved for 17 CE hours through NBCC. Open registration will begin Nov 1. (Dates for the academy will be April 16 - 19, 2026 in Walterboro, SC. All food is provided with the registration ($300 in state, $500 out of state). Lodging is on the participant and suggestions will be given out after registering. Remember.....we only have 16 spots available, so register early. (scfast.org/miob) for more information.

08/02/2025

How did MIOB clinicians academy come into existence?
Years ago, responders voiced concerns that clinicians really didn't "get it" and that they didn't understand the lingo. MIOB was designed to help fill that gap. For 4 days, you will be immersed into the first responder world. Our class portions are held at a working fire station. Not only will you begin your journey to "talking the talk", but you will also take your first steps in "walking the walk". You are divided into 4 squads (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, and Delta) and will learn to work together. You will share the highs of the academy, you develop the camaraderie with your squad, deal with the mental challenges of the tasks at hand while wearing protective equipment (bunker gear w/ air-packs and vests and duty belts), you will dispatch "responders" to high stress calls while calls continue to come in, and so much more that conventional conferences cannot begin to teach you. We hope that you are up for the challenge April 16 - 19, 2026. DM us if you are not already on our email list to keep up with the latest news!

07/28/2025

The dates are on the calendar (April 16 - 19, 2026) @ Colleton County Fire Rescue, Station 19 in Walterboro, SC. Final touches are being added. If you have been to our academy, help us spread the word. Clinicians wanting to attend, can just message us and get added to our mailing list that will allow them to have early registration to assure one of the limited spots. The academy is open to ANY clinician that currently works with responders or has a desire to work with responders. We can promise that this will be a training event unlike any other training you have had!!

07/09/2025

Its that time again!! Your friendly first responders are planning for another great academy April 16 - 19, 2026. If you have not had the opportunity to attend, mark your calendars and message us to put you on the mailing list. Our fourth year plans to be as exciting as the previous three.

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111 Westpark Boulevard
Columbia, SC
29210

Website

http://scfast.org/MIOB

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