Wilderness First Responder

The Wilderness First Responder course is designed to provide an individual with an in-depth knowledge of wilderness medicine, and the basic skills to treat the most common injuries and illnesses encountered in the outdoors. This program is appropriate for professional outdoor guides and non-medical people who want a deeper understanding of wilderness medicine.

Students will learn the latest wilderness medicine skills for patient assessment, treatment, and evacuation. Expert instructors employ a wide scope of teaching methods, balancing lectures with practical, hands-on skills and scenarios. Emphasis is placed on the materials learned and the critical decision-making skills surrounding effective backcountry medical management.

Upon course completion, students will earn the WFR certification, valid for two years, and optional CPR/BLS plus AED certification, also valid for two years.  Certification through Survival Med.

Course length: 70 hours (hybrid version is 35 hours online and 35 hours in-person)

A shorter version is available for students desiring recertification.