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Our 20-hour Remote First Aid course is designed for those who live, work, or adventure in non-urban, remote, or wilderness environments. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or a professional working in remote settings, this specialized training equips you with the knowledge and skills to handle medical emergencies when help is far away.

Remote First Aid (20-hr Wilderness)

Course Overview – Remote First Aid (20-Hour Wilderness)

The Canadian Red Cross Remote First Aid course blends essential medical knowledge with practical, scenario-based learning in outdoor settings. Participants will gain the skills needed to assess and manage injuries, improvise with limited resources, and handle environmental emergencies unique to wilderness and remote locations.

This immersive program moves beyond traditional classroom training and places you in realistic outdoor scenarios, preparing you to respond confidently to emergencies in remote environments.

Key Topics Covered:

Injury Assessment and Management: Learn how to assess injuries and provide effective care in remote settings where medical assistance may be delayed.
Wound Care and Infection Control: Gain skills in managing wounds, controlling bleeding, and preventing infections in the wilderness.
Improvised Splinting: Learn to create and apply splints using available materials to stabilize fractures and sprains.
Environmental Emergencies: Understand how to recognize and treat hypothermia, heat stroke, dehydration, and other environmental conditions.
Evacuation and Emergency Communication: Develop strategies for evacuating injured individuals and communicating effectively in remote areas.

This hands-on course uses engaging role-playing exercises and outdoor simulations to build confidence in responding to real-world wilderness emergencies.

Why Choose This Course?

Wilderness-Focused Training: Tailored to meet the unique challenges of remote and outdoor environments.
Hands-On, Scenario-Based Learning: Practice essential first aid techniques in outdoor settings through immersive simulations.
Experienced Instructors: Learn from experts in wilderness and remote first aid who provide real-world insights.
Comprehensive Skill Development: Covers a wide range of emergencies, including injury management, environmental hazards, and evacuation techniques.
Recognized Certification: Earn a Red Cross Remote First Aid certification, valid for 3 years.

Course Duration:

Full Course: 20 hours (In-Person)

Important Note:

This course is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers, and those living or working in non-urban communities. No prior first aid experience is required—just a passion for adventure and preparedness!

Full Course Length 20 hours Register Now

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.

Training Schedules & Locations

Victoria Victoria - Downtown

Recertification

Training Schedules & Locations

There are no certification classes at this time. Please check back.

Materials

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)

Resources

Wilderness First Aid Course Trip Plan Wilderness First Aid First Aid Course Trip Plan Wilderness First Aid course factsheet Comprehensive Training Guide for First Aid & CPR

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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:

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

Perfect teaching! Interactive – even fun! Informative – repetitive – won’t forget material taught because basics are so reinforced and superfluous left out.

Anny Ruch Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

I have taken several first aid courses over the years. This was by far the best. I would recommend Alert!

Adena Cronk Emergency First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

The course was clear, well organized & interesting. The instructor was able & willing to fluidly answer questions & welcomed class participation. Props & scenarios were excellent, interesting & reflected very well potential mishaps

Virginia Beswick Emergency Childcare First-Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

It made me feel more confident about the knowledge and skills I was learning to know we were learning more than standard Red Cross training. The info was intuitive and easy to learn.

Geraldine Bulosan Emergency Childcare First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Scenarios were well thought out and realistic. Enjoyed all the variety and encouragement. Mike was knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Thank you. Training aids were extensive, demos helpful and info current.

Chris Smith Wilderness & Remote First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Mike did great interactive demonstrations which definitely helped me learn. I really enjoyed this course and feel secure that I have learned this information in case of future emergencies. Mike was very enthusiastic, which also made this course enjoyable.

Anna Stylianides Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

The best first aid instructor I have ever experienced! He provided an inspiring, practical and intelligent course. I would recommend the course to anyone interested.

Claire MacDonald Standard First Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

"The course was as good as I expected and provided a solid challenge. There was a good student to teacher ratio. The progression of skills was presented well. Jaimie is a great instructor - positive and honest with feedback."

Anonymous First-Aid Instructor Transfer Course, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

It was an excellent course. Very hands-on and engaging. The instructor was energetic, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I learned a lot today, and even though it was 8 hours it flew by.

Rob Ohly Standard First Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

Fun, efficient & stress free way to learn

Wes Cieslak Emergency First-Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials