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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.

Training Schedules & Locations
VictoriaVictoria - Downtown

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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Free Manual + App

Deep Discounts

3-Year Guarantee

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.

Awesome! Was not looking forward to doing the course because of a CPR course I did last year with a different company that was not very good, but was very happy with this course. It was entertaining, well taught and I feel confident now in an emergency. 

Anna Gardner Standard First Aid, Victoria BC More Testimonials

"I really appreciate Andrea's depth of knowledge and ease with presenting the curriculum. No um's, ah's, likes or other verbal fillers - very good at adapting to those in the room."

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

Really appreciated the assessment of the class's ability & the adjustment of the material accordingly

Sarah Mills CPR, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Best first aid course I've taken in 20 years - and I've taken about 7 or 8 of them!

Audrey Sohier Emergency Childcare First Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

This was the most enjoyable first aid class I have taken. Very “hands on” and much more informative than just reading a book. 

Paul Foley Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Nathan was super awesome and made the somewhat tedious information as fun as possible. Very clear and helpful.

Kaitlin Morgan Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Jordan was awesome; so relaxed & well spoken.

Jessica McCool Emergency Childcare First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

"Jaimie was a terrific teacher. His instructor course exemplified all the skills and methods he wanted to instill in his students."

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

A very engaging, fun and relaxing class. The instructor makes the material easy to remember and interesting.

Becky Cao Emergency Childcare First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Fun, efficient & stress free way to learn

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