The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is the best and most comprehensive First Aid 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 designed 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
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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.
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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.
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Upon successful completion students will receive 3 year certification in Wilderness First Aid and Adult CPR.
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$325 / person
Students in WFA courses must be at least 18 years old to participate. No previous medical training is required.
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$285 per person
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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…