This 40 hour Canadian Red Cross Wilderness First Aid is designed for anyone who works, lives, or plays more than a few hours into the backcountry. If you are seeing this page, there's a very good chance that includes you.
The regular price of this course is $595. When you register, use the code BCMC15 to get 15% off, for a total of $505.75 plus GST.
If this course doesn't work for you, this code works for any course on our website.
Schedule
This is a two weekend course. For each weekend: Friday night (5 PM - 9 PM) Saturday (9 AM - 6 PM) Sunday (9 AM - 6 PM)
The second Saturday also includes an evening scenario, that is usually wrapped up by 10 PM.
Location Friday nights take place at our Vancouver base, 8168 Granville St., Unit 209 The remainder of the course takes place outside in the Pacific Spirit Park learning areas. Specific locations and maps will be provided 2 weeks before your course begins
Course content Learn to take the lead in medical emergencies when bystanders are anxious, resources are scarce, and rescue might take up to 24-48 hours. Topics include:
Decision Making in Medical Emergencies
Leadership and Group Dynamics
Scene Management and Communication
Communication, Prioritization, and Evacuation
Head, Spinal Injuries
Major Bleeds
Chest, Abdominal and Pelvic Injuries
Bone, Muscle and Joint Injuries
Wound Care
Managing Medical Emergencies
Environmental Emergencies (Hot, Cold, Wet)
Airway and Breathing Emergencies
Cardiac Arrest (CPR/AED)
Extended Care in Austere Environments
Workplace Considerations
Certification
This training includes the following certifications:
Red Cross Wilderness First Aid with CPR-C
Red Cross Standard First Aid (IFA/OFA-2 Equivalent) with CPR-C
Other Training
If this course doesn't work for you, the BCMC15 code works for any course on our website. Courses include: