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Take your wilderness medicine skills to the next level. Find the right course for your current expertise and goals. Start by entering keywords or specific course names in the search bar, or browse by categories – search Standard Courses, Specialized Courses, Recertification Courses, or by Country. Our full course descriptions highlight key details like title, duration, and cost, so you can quickly identify the right fit for your professional or personal travel (or training) needs and register for a course near you. Find the Wilderness Medical Associates International course that will empower you to handle a medical emergency in a remote or under-resourced area.

Courses

Bridge (WAFA to WFR)

Course Details

Alt tuition price for students.  This 8-day, 80-hour course from Wilderness Medical Associates provides the prerequisite training and certification necessary for employment as a professional outdoor instructor at nationally recognized programs such as NOLS and Outward Bound. The curriculum goes beyond the basics needed for first aid certification to emphasize the skills and knowledge needed in backcountry rescue situations when extended care may be needed.

Full Course Description
Instructor: Alice Henshaw
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Date
1/17/25 - 1/20/25
Cost
$495.00
Location
Ithaca, New York United States

WFR Recertification

Course Details

Alt tuition price for students.  This 8-day, 80-hour course from Wilderness Medical Associates provides the prerequisite training and certification necessary for employment as a professional outdoor instructor at nationally recognized programs such as NOLS and Outward Bound. The curriculum goes beyond the basics needed for first aid certification to emphasize the skills and knowledge needed in backcountry rescue situations when extended care may be needed.

Full Course Description
Instructor: Alice Henshaw
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Date
1/17/25 - 1/19/25
Cost
$495.00
Location
Ithaca, New York United States

Hybrid WFR Recertification

This course requires pre-course work.
Course Details

You will be empowered with the knowledge you need to mitigate and manage emergencies. Better understanding what makes a serious or not serious problem. At Gut-Z Journey, we teach you the ‘why’ behind decision-making in the field. The skills are practical and long-lasting.

Bishop is nestled in between snow capped peaks. With ready access to world class climbing, skiing and accessible camping. It’s an outdoor paradise and a perfect place to renew your knowledge.

Space is limited only 2 spots left!

Full Course Description
Instructor: Natalie Brechtel
Licensed Training Company: Gut-Z Journey
Date
1/20/25 - 1/21/25
Cost
$400.00
Location
Bishop, California United States

WFR Recertification

Course Details

This WFR Recertification course will be conducted within the first three days of a full WFR course (5 Day format).

Idyllwild: a classic mountain town with world-class climbing and bouldering…phenomenal mountain biking…stellar hiking…with lots of foodie options (and its own brewpub)- all within walking distance of your course. And: Joshua Tree National Park is only 75 minutes away! Small class sizes (usually max of 12) to enhance healthy and quality training, with flexible, reasonable lodging or camping options. Join us for a great course in a memorable location!

Full Course Description
Instructor: John Jacobs
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Date
1/25/25 - 1/27/25
Cost
$395.00
Location
Idyllwild, California United States
Panoramic view of a mountain range.

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