Wilderness First Aid

Are you a river or climbing guide, a summer camp counselor or do you facilitate remote-area recreation activities? If so, then training in wilderness emergency care is a must.
​Our Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course encompasses a completely different type of first aid training. The course considers the possible limited access to medial and first aid supplies and treatments, exposure to outdoor elements including excessive heat as well as cold and frigid conditions, and lengthy EMS response times.
A focus of the Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is enabling participants to provide extended medical care treatments while in remote location. This class is designed for individuals who are not healthcare providers or professional rescuers but desire or are required to be certified in wilderness first aid knowledge and skills. For example, students learn how to prioritize injuries as well as hands-on treatment for basic wounds, heat and cold injuries, common injuries such as sprains, strains and abrasions to burns, dislocations, fractures and spinal injuries. Class participants will also learn how to assemble their own individual first aid kit (FAK).
The pre-requisites for the Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course are that the participants be age 18 and up, be in good health and overall fitness, and be capable of communicating with course leaders and other participants. CPR certification is also required prior to this course. Those class participants whom have CPR certification must show valid certification to receive a waiver. If you need CPR, this will be offered.
Our Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is a two day course and is offered at Help-A-Heart CPR at various times throughout the year. For more information email us at [email protected] or call us at 210-380-5344. Remember to never enter the wilderness without first being prepared!
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