Trauma Competition

2025 Trauma Competition
November 13, 2025 | Charlotte, North Carolina

The competition will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
All competitors MUST be available from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Application

• Each team should consist of at least three members. One alternate is recommended but not required. The team captain is required to be a current ITLS-certified provider or instructor.
• Competition performance evaluation criteria are based on current ITLS standards of care.
• All team members are required to be registered for the conference. A special Competition team rate for a 3-person team or 4-person team is available.
• Jump bags will be provided, and all necessary large equipment to manage the patient will be available on-site. (See Handbook about option to bring your own jump bag.) Each team will have an opportunity to review and familiarize themselves with the equipment available prior to the scenario. Participants should supply their own personal items such as stethoscopes, scissor pouches, goggles or glasses, and gloves.
• The winning team members will be awarded complimentary registration to the 2026 conference.
• Space is limited. Teams will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• The complete Trauma Competition Judge and Competitor Handbook will be available from ITRAUMA.org/competition and contains details about team composition, responsibilities, timing, scoring, and more.
• Individuals who are interested in competing but do not have a team should contact ITLS staff. Staff will work to coordinate teams based on participant availability and interest.