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A specialized first aid course designed for those who live or work in non-urban, remote or wilderness workplaces or communities.

Remote First Aid (20-hr Wilderness)

Remote First Aid (20-hr Wilderness)

A specialized first aid course designed for those who live or work in non-urban, remote or wilderness workplaces or communities.

Embark on an exciting journey of learning and adventure with our  20 hour Wilderness First Aid course. Now known as Red Cross Remote First Aid.  Designed for outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and professionals working in remote environments, this course combines essential medical knowledge with hands-on, scenario-based learning in the great outdoors.

Our program goes beyond traditional classroom settings, immersing you in fun and interactive scenarios tailored to wilderness environments. You'll learn crucial first aid skills amidst the beauty of nature, where the unexpected can happen at any moment.

Led by experienced wilderness medicine professionals, our course covers a wide range of topics including injury assessment, wound management, improvised splinting, environmental emergencies, and evacuation techniques. Through engaging simulations and role-playing exercises, you'll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge in realistic outdoor scenarios, preparing you to respond effectively to emergencies in the wilderness.

Whether you're a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or a novice adventurer, our 20 hour Wilderness First Aid course offers a dynamic learning experience that equips you with the skills and confidence to handle medical emergencies in remote settings. Join us and discover the thrill of learning in nature while mastering the art of wilderness first aid.

Full Course Length 20 hours View Locations
Recertification 12 hours

Course Details

Remote Wilderness First Aid  (20 Hr) Topic

Remote First Aid includes:

  • Wilderness Trip Preparation and Planning
  • Your Health
  • Airway Emergencies
  • Adult, Child, Infant CPR
  • First Aid for Respiratory and Cardiac Arrest
  • Wound Care 
  • Improvational Splint Building 
  • Bone/Muscle/Joint Injuries
  • Head and Spine Injuries
  • Wilderness Environmental Emergencies
  • Poisons
  • Wilderness Cold- and Heat-Related Emergencies
  • Sudden Medical Emergencies
  • Evacuation and Transportation from wilderness settings
  • Chest Pain
  • Blister Care 
  • Common Wilderness injuries

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Wilderness First Aid  certificates are now virtual! You will receive a temporary certificate at the end of your Wilderness First Aid course, and a permanent virtual certificate will be emailed to you after you've successfully completed your first aid course. You will be able to view your manual and certification online at any time through your MyRedCross account. Certification is valid for 3 years.

Recertification

Training Schedules & Locations
There are no recertification classes at this time. Please check back.

Materials

Emergency First Aid & CPR Manual

The Wilderness First Aid (20 hr) Remote course includes the following materials:

  • Canadian Red Cross Wilderness & Remote Field Guide (hard copy)
  • Canadian Red Cross Comprehensive Guide to First Aid (virtual)

 

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Replacement certs

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Who should take this course?

  • Those living or working in remote or wilderness workplaces or communities

Looking for a group class?

If you have a group of people and would like us to come to you to teach a
Remote First Aid (20-hr Wilderness) course, we offer this course in the following locations:

Victoria | Langford | Esquimalt | Sooke | Cobble Hill | Mill Bay | Duncan | Lake Cowichan | Cedar | Ladysmith | Nanaimo | Parksville | Qualicum Beach | Port Alberni | Coombs | Parksville | Campbell River | Saltspring Island | Pender Island | Powell River | Gabriola Isand | Burnaby | Coquitlam | Delta | Langley | Maple Ridge | New Westminster | North Vancouver | Pitt Meadows | Port Moody | Richmond | Surrey | Vancouver | West Vancouver | White Rock | Langley |

Give us a call at 1.866.282.5378, or send us an email at to arrange a group course.

Great program, hands on training and kept it fun and informative. Will be back for more training and will definitely refer!!!

Liam Horne Occupational First Aid Level 1, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Nathan was thorough, high energy and very friendly! Working with barriered youth can be a challenge and Nathan was absolutely fantastic with our group!

Julia-Anne Morris Basic First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Thank you Gary, lots of enthusiasm and you talked in a gentle way and kept the course interesting. I appreciate the time you took to answer our questions.

Ally Ehmann Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Very educative program and the teacher was awesome, patient and answered all questions effectively.

Clara Laryea Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Nathan was awesome. I had very little sleep as I have PTSD and have a difficult time learning, especially on 3 hours sleep. But he made it make sense, completely memorable and easy for me.

Erin Gray Emergency First-Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

"Very good course. I will feel much more comfortable and confident in my position as Emergency Night Responder. More peace of mind for me, thank you."

Gabriel DeMeas CPR C, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

Great course, I like the hands on approach. Jason kept it engaging and dynamic, and was very knowledgeable on all questions.

Nicki Pederson Emergency Childcare First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Hands on, practical & realistic scenarios - a truly outstanding first aid course.

Deb Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Instructions & feedback were clear w/ interesting tidbits to enhance understanding.

Katherine Krause CPR, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Kept my attention all day! Great scenarios.

Jane Hamm Emergency Childcare First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials
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