Wilderness First Responder (WFR)

The Wilderness First Responder certification is the recognized industry standard for people who work or have a leadership role in remote environments including wilderness guides and trip leaders, camp counselors, research expedition members, and search and rescue team members.
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The WFR course is also an excellent option for individuals who are seeking intensive medical training in order to be prepared during personal wilderness trips or extended expeditions, for medical professionals seeking ways to apply their skills outside of the clinic setting and for people who live in remote areas or locations that are prone to natural disasters whose aftermath may delay emergency response.
Course Host: Longleaf Wilderness Medicine

Course Location: 
Prichard Beach Bathhouse
8400 55th Ave S,
Seattle, WA 98118
                     
Dates:  March 26-30, 2025
Times: 8:00am-5:30pm each day
Tuition: $785.00
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Course Notes:
​Course Materials:
For registrations completed prior to February 20:
  • Physical course materials will be mailed no later than February 20.
  • Online material access will be provided no later than February 22
For registrations completed February 20 or after:
  • Materials will be made available on an ongoing basis.

​Tuition includes shipment of course materials within the United States.  International shipping requires an additional fee that is the responsibility of the course participant.
Course-Specific Details
  • This course is a hybrid model and requires 35 hours of self-paced preparation and learning.   
  • Online course materials must be completed to 100% prior the start of class at 8:00am on March 26, 2025.  There are no exceptions to this requirement. 
  • Read this course's welcome letter to get more information about course components, due dates, and what to expect.
Course Status: Open

About the WFR

 The Wilderness First Responder course is the recognized industry standard for people who work or have a leadership role in remote environments including wilderness guides and trip leaders, camp counselors, research expedition members, and search and rescue team members. More information.
Course Topics Include:
  • ​Patient Assessment
  • Musculoskeletal Injuries and Splinting
  • Spine Care
  • Extended Patient Care​ and Evacuation Planning
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  • Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Administration
  • Wound Care and Management
  • Backcountry Medical Emergencies
  • Full WFR Schedule

Certification information

Successful completion is based on attendance, participation, demonstration of skill competence, and a written exam. Participants who meet completion requirements will receive the following certifications:
  • Wilderness First Responder
  • CPR and AED for Adults and Children
  • Epinephrine Auto-Injector Administration

Certification Length: 2 years + 1 year of additional certification with completion of continuing education

Course policies

Please read and review LWM's Course Policies, including attendance and cancellation, prior to enrolling.  Enrollment does require your acknowledgment and acceptance of these policies.

Continuing education

​​The Wilderness First Responder initial certification course is pre-approved for 20 hours of EMT continuing education by the Commission on Accreditation of Pre-Hospital Continuing Education (CAPCE)
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​The WFR is approved for a significant number of core and elective credits for the Fellowship of the Academy of Wilderness Medicine through the Wilderness Medical Society.  Please contact us for further details.

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