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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

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 Register Now

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 Nanaimo Nanaimo - Downtown

Recertification

Training Schedules & Locations

VictoriaVictoria - Downtown

Materials

The Remote First Aid 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 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.

Wonderful - great instructor! Answered all questions with great detail. This course taught me much more info than I expected and it was done in a very fun and hands on way.

Cassandra Pleasance Emergency First-Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

"Thank you! I enjoyed you passion and sense of humour in the class!"

Ana MacLeod Standard First-Aid, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

This course exceeded my expectations and kept me engaged throughout both days.

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Angela Infant First-Aid, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

Had fun in the class. Was not boring or rigid.

Celine Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

I have done first aid courses a couple of times over the years, and this one was the best! Nice balance between teaching and hands-on scenarios, and an excellent instructor.

Thomas Barkemeier Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

This has got to be the most relaxed first-aid course I've taken. The hands on helped me learn. The knowledge of the instructor & the way he presented the information helped me retain the information

Delia Girard Emergency First-Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

"Andrea was great. enthusiastic and knows her stuff!"

Brandon Jones Standard First-Aid and CPR-C, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

I thought the instructor was one of the best I have ever had. He continued a good pace, was humorous at times and explained the material in a clear manner. Thank-you Mike. It was fun.

Linda M. Occupational First Aid Level 1, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Great balance between professionalism and fun. The learning atmosphere was comfortable. Excellent! I feel prepared to apply my knowledge when needed.

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