Wilderness Medicine
Wilderness First Responder: Hybrid
If you work or recreate in the outdoors or in other austere environments where access to medical care is delayed or communication is unreliable, our Wilderness First Responder course is for you. It is the industry standard for professional guides, trip leaders, search and rescue team members, outdoor recreationists and international travelers.
The Hybrid WFR combines 3 modules of online learning with 5 days of in-person training. You’ll begin by completing work in an online platform that includes readings, videos and quizzes. Each module requires 10 to 15 hours to complete, and you’ll need to finish them before the in-person portion begins. The 5-day in-person course will focus on skills and scenarios.
Upon completion, you will be able to conduct a thorough physical exam, obtain a patient history, assess vital signs, provide emergency care in the wilderness and make crucial evacuation decisions.
You'll learn both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather, so come prepared for wet, muddy, cold or hot environments!
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Offerings
- Aug.Ìý11-15, 2025
- Nov. 22-26, 2025
- Dec. 15-19, 2025
- Jan. 2-26, 2026
- March 16-20, 2026
- May 8-12, 2026
Times:Ìý8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (Nov. 24 evening session will run until 9 p.m.)Ìý
Location: Williams Village Rec Center, multipurpose room
Cost: 91¸£ÀûÉç Student: $875Ìý| Non-Student: $925
*Online portion must be completed prior to in-person course.
Wilderness First Responder Recertification: Hybrid
Enjoy our Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Recertification, which includes an online component in addition to the traditional scenarios and skills.
Pre-work allows you to review the curriculum at your own pace and focus on the hands-on element during your two days on course. You'll just need to complete all online components, including a written exam, prior to the course.
You'll learn both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather, so come prepared for wet, muddy, cold or hot environments!
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Offerings
- Oct. 18-19, 2025
- Nov. 15-16, 2025
- Jan. 24-25, 2026
- Feb. 7-8, 2026
- Feb. 21-22, 2026
- April 4-5, 2026
- April 25-26, 2026
- May 5-6, 2026
Times: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily
Location: Williams Village Rec Center, multipurpose room
Fee: 91¸£ÀûÉç Student: $370Ìý| Non-Student: $395
*Online portion must be completed prior to in-person course.
Wilderness First Aid
Prepare for the unexpected with this engaging, hands-on introduction to wilderness medicine, taught over two or two and a half days. If you like to take short trips relatively close to medical resources, work at wilderness camps, enjoy weekend family outdoor activities or recreate outdoors, this course is for you.
This course is great for people of all experience levels, and is best suited for those who recreate outdoors where EMS response can be expected in a timely manner (fewer than eight hours). You'll learn the Patient Assessment System, how to provide effective first aid treatments for injuries and illnesses common in the outdoors, and how to make appropriate evacuation decisions.
You'll learn both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather, so come prepared for wet, muddy, cold or hot environments!
Offerings
- Nov. 8-9, 2025
- Feb. 28-March 1, 2026
- April 11-12, 2026
Times: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily
Location: Williams Village Rec Center, multipurpose room
Cost: 91¸£ÀûÉç student $350; Non-student 375