Wilderness Skills

Wilderness First Aid

Wilderness First Aid training is important
for all outdoor adventurers to have. These courses use simulations and
role-playing to help teach participants how to deal with real-life
situations. The Backcountry Emergencies course is a great introduction
to wilderness first aid and is for anyone who spends time in the
backcountry.

The following letters indicate the
times each course date runs:

e = evenings, 6:00pm-10:00pm

d = full day,
9:00am-5:00pm

Backcountry Emergencies

If you don't have much time and you
don't need a certificate, this is a great course for you! This
practical 12-hour course looks at potential injuries and emergencies
that may arise during your back country adventure and focuses on how to
manage them effectively. Note: This is a practical, non-certified
course. >>Register Now
Feb 06 (e), 07 (d)
Apr 17 (e), 18 (d)
Nov 27 (e), 28 (d) $120 WER601

Remote Responder (24 hours)

An ideal course for backcountry
enthusiasts and weekend warriors! This training is recognized by
Alberta Workplace Health and Safety and includes a full day of
practical scenarios. This course is NOT appropriate or adequate for
trip leaders, instructors or those undertaking extended travel in
remote areas.
Certification: Remote Responder (WFA) certification valid for 3 years - includes CPR and AED training. >> Register Now

Remote Responder Re-certification (14 hours)

Prerequisite: Current Remote Responder or equivalent Wilderness First Aid certification.
>>Register Now

Adventure Medic (40 hours)

The wilderness first aid standard
in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid
outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and
instructors. The program covers patient assessment and treatment;
evacuation decision making; environmental emergencies; and includes the
latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending
classroom theory and practice with two days of outdoor practical
scenarios. Certification: valid for 3 years; courses is recognized by
Alberta WH&S as "exceeding" Standard First Aid. >>Register Now

Adventure Medic Re-certification (20 hours)

Prerequisite: Current Wilderness First Aid (40 hours) certification. >>Register Now

Advanced Adventure Medic (80 hours)

Prerequisite: Current Standard First Aid or Wilderness First Aid (preferred)
This course is designed for wilderness professionals - guides and
leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or
those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This
intense 10-day program involves a high level of commitment from the
learner. With its advanced standing from Alberta WH&S, graduates
can work as "first aid attendants" within Alberta. Certification:
Advanced Wilderness First Aid (valid 3 years) and Level C CPR and AED
training. >>Register Now

Advanced Adventure Medic Re-certification (40 hours)

Prerequisite: Current Advanced Wilderness First Aid (80 hours) >>Register Now