Wilderness First Aid

Wilderness First Aid is a 16-20 hour course that meets certification requirements of The American Safety and Health Institute and follows the course guidelines of The Wilderness Medical Society. This is a great introductory course in Wilderness Medicine for trip leaders, hikers, boaters, backcountry skiers, hunters, and anyone who works or plays away from quick access to standard emergency care. This course can be taught with CPR/ AED (20hr) or to those that already possess CPR/AED certification. CPR/AED certification is highly recommended to accompany a Wilderness First Aid Certification. If you are missing this component, see link below to to register for CPR/AED class.

Students will gain skills and confidence in wilderness medical skills including:

• Patient Assessment, Documentation, and Communicating with Higher Levels of Medical Care
• Trauma and Medical Scenarios in a Wilderness Context
• Wound Management
• Care of Bone, Muscle, and Joint Injuries in the field
• Basic Life Support
• Environmental Injuries
• Injury Prevention and Wilderness Safety Planning

This course meets the requirements of most insurance providers and workplace requirements for entry level guides, camp staff, field researchers, and natural resource employees

CPR/AED Add On for Wilderness First Aid