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wilderness first responder

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Course basics

Course length: 80 hours delivered in one of two models
  • Hybrid - 35+ hours of self-paced, online content followed by 45+ hours of in-person learning, typically over 5 days
  • Fully in-person - 9 days of in-person learning
Certifications: Wilderness First Responder, CPR for Adults and Children, Epinephrine Auto-Injector Administration
Certification Length: 2 years + 1 year of additional certification with completion of continuing education
  • Learn more about the LWM WFR Recertification process and certification length
Industry Information: LWM's Wilderness First Responder certification is nationally recognized, meets American Camp Association (ACA) Standards HW.2.2/ST.3.2  First Aid & Emergency Care Personnel and is an accepted Wilderness First Responder provider of the Boy Scouts of America.

who is it for?

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.

What topics are covered?

Topics in the 80-hour class include: patient assessment, how to provide long-term care with limited resources, the decision of when to call for more help, and treatments such as splinting, wound care, and managing spine injuries. CPR for adults and children is also included. The course schedule includes classroom time, as well as extensive hands-on skills practice through medical scenarios and labs.  The WFR course does include an in-depth final scenario as well as a written exam.

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

LWM Wilderness First Responder certifications are valid for two years with no grace period. A third year of full certification is extended to LWM WFR certificate holders who complete the online WFR Continuing Education Module. This module is fully online and self-paced and must be completed prior to the expiration date listed on the LWM WFR certification card.  Learn more about why LWM has moved to the 2 year certification + continuing education module.

More details

Based on the discretion of the training officer, the Wilderness First Responder course may be used as continuing education credits for pre-hospital professionals.

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.

Additional options

If you do not see a course listed in your area or want to schedule a course specifically for your organization, please contact us for additional options and course hosting information. 
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Longleaf Wilderness Medicine
PO Box 1616
Sandpoint, ID 83864
(208)274-3596
info@longleafmedical.com

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  • Trainings
    • First Aid for Remote Industry (FARI)
    • Wilderness First Aid
    • Wilderness First Responder
    • Wilderness First Responder Recertification
    • WFR: Continuing Ed
    • Custom Courses
    • Continuing Education for Program Staff
    • Online Learning >
      • Outdoor First Aid
      • WFR-Recert
  • Class Schedule
  • BLOG
  • Resources
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