Wilderness Medicine
Wilderness First Responder
If you work or recreate in the outdoors or in other environments where access to medical care is delayed or communication is unreliable, the 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. Based on protocols of the Wilderness Medical Society, this certification is often a requirement for employment in the outdoor recreation field.
The hybrid class combines three modules of online learning with five days of in-person training.
To register, call 307-332-7800 or visit the National Outdoor Leadership School website.
Offerings
- Nov. 23-27, 2024
- Jan. 2-6, 2025
- Jan. 8-12, 2025
- March 24-28, 2025
- May 12-16, 2025
- June 9-13, 2025
- July 7-11, 2025
- July 14-18, 2025
- Aug. 11-15, 2025
Times: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (There will be one evening session until 9 p.m.)
Location: Williams Village Rec Center
Fee: CU Boulder Student: $876 | Non-Student: $927
Wilderness First Responder Recertification
Hands-on meets online in this newly formatted recertification class 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 elements during two in-person days.
Re-certification of current cards from the following organizations only: WMI, SOLO, and WMA.
To register, call 307-332-7800 or visit the National Outdoor Leadership School website.
Wilderness Upgrade for Medical Professionals
This course is for EMTs, nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, PAs, or other medical professionals. Learn how to apply your urban emergency care knowledge to the wilderness through case studies and practical scenarios with mock patients. Our seasoned instructors will guide you through five days of intense, hands-on learning to make sure you are prepared in the wilderness.
To register, call 307-332-7800 or visit the National Outdoor Leadership School website.
No classes are being offered at this time. Alternate locations for this course can be found on the NOLS website.