The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is the best and most comprehensive course of its kind. Offering relevant and realistic first-aid training for recreational users or professionals in seasonal outdoor activities or short term wilderness endeavors and pursuits. Wilderness First Aid is a two-day introduction to general medical concepts and basic life support skills. It is targeted to the outdoor enthusiast on day trips or short adventures. Hands down, a better course for anyone looking for First Aid and CPR.

Wilderness First Aid

2 Day Courses Offered | Private group courses offered

students in Wilderness First Aid Class in Wyoming assess a patient at the base of the Tetons

  • The best and most comprehensive course of its kind to offer relevant and realistic first-aid training for seasonal outdoor activities or short term wilderness endeavors and pursuits. Wilderness First Aid is a two-day introduction to general medical concepts and basic life support skills. It is targeted to the outdoor enthusiast on day trips or short adventures. The course is taught by professional instructors with significant patient care and backcountry experience.

  • Patient Assessment System; CPR; Circulatory System; Nervous System; Respiratory System; Fractures, Stable Injuries; Splints 1-Extremities; Hypothermia; Hyperthermia and Heat Illness; Near Drowning; Lightning Injuries; Wounds and Burns; Anaphylaxis; Lifting, Moving Extrication; Patient Carries; Backcountry Medicine.

  • Upon successful completion students will receive 3 year certification in Wilderness First Aid and Adult CPR.

  • $285 / person

    Students in WFA courses must be at least 18 years old to participate. No previous medical training is required.

  • "This course was awesome, I feel I have more practical knowledge and confidence entering an emergency situation."

    Elena -2023 Wounded Bear WFA student

  • "I feel much more confident going into the backcountry with skills to stabilize and get someone help"

    Zak -Wounded Bear WFA Student

  • "Overall thought it was a great experience. I liked your teaching styles"

    Nate -Wonded Bear Medicine Wilderness First Aid Student

  • "The hands on practice was extremely helpful in terms of building confidence and practical skills"

    Claire - WBM WFA Student

Register For A Wilderness First Aid Course

The best and most comprehensive course of its kind to offer relevant and realistic first-aid training for seasonal outdoor activities or short duration wilderness endeavors and pursuits. Wilderness First Aid & CPR is a two-day introduction to general medical concepts and basic life support skills. It is targeted to the outdoor enthusiast on day trips or short adventures. This course is the best introduction to Wilderness Medicine and is the best First Aid & CPR course for everyone.

April 22-23, 2024

Jackson, WY
$285 per person

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Two Wounded Bear Medicine Students Practice Skills Outside During A Wilderness First Aid Course In Jackson WY

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What’s the Difference Between Wilderness First Aid and Wilderness First Responder?

One question we often get asked about is the difference between a wilderness first aid (WFA) and wilderness first responder (WFR). In short it comes down to the amount of information, depth of information and amount of scenario practice time…