Yamnuska Mountain Adventures offers expert wilderness first aid courses and certification out of our classrooms in Canmore, Alberta. Immediately behind our office is the perfect wilderness scenario setting so we never have to drive to complete the outdoor training.
80-hr Wilderness First Responder & Intermediate First Aid
The 80-hour Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid Blended programs are designed for individuals who:
- Require a course that meets ACMG certification standards
- Need a workplace first aid certificate for low or medium-risk workplaces, or high-risk workplaces within 20 minutes of a 24-hour healthcare facility
- Do not require OFA 3 equivalency for employment in B.C. (e.g., B.C. Ski Hills)
- Require OFA 1 equivalency for B.C.
Participants will receive Intermediate (Standard) First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace) in addition to Wilderness First Responder Certification. The Intermediate (Standard) First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. Both certifications are valid for 3 years.
80-hr Wilderness First Responder & Advanced First Aid
The 80-hour Wilderness First Responder & Advanced First Aid Blended programs are designed for individuals who:
- Need a course that meets ACMG requirements
- Require a workplace first aid certificate for a “High Hazard workplace” (see OHS definitions) with 100 or more employees on site, located more than 20 minutes away from a healthcare facility under normal travel conditions
- Require a workplace first aid certificate for a “High Hazard workplace” (see OHS definitions) with 50 or more employees on site, located more than 40 minutes away from a healthcare facility under normal travel conditions
- Need OFA 3 equivalency for work in B.C. (e.g., B.C. Ski Hill)
- Are working under medical protocols requiring Advanced First Aid / OFA 3
Wilderness First Responder – Recertifications
Recertify your Wilderness First Responder course. Two options are available.
40-hr Wilderness First Aid
This 40-hour course is designed for those who take on a leadership role in the outdoors. This is the industry standard for those who lead custodial groups in the backcountry, teachers, raft guides and trip leaders. This level of certification is required by many companies, school boards, camps and youth organizations. The course is delivered over 4 days (32 hours) and supplemented with online learning.
40-hr Wilderness Recertification
The Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification program is delivered over 2.5 days (20 hours), with additional online learning required. In-person sessions focus on practical skills activities, simulations and outdoor scenarios. This course is appropriate for those wishing to re-certify their 40 Hour Wilderness First Aid certification which is near expiry.
Successful participants will receive a Wilderness Advanced First Aid certificate and an Intermediate (Standard) First Aid certificate with Level C CPR. Both certifications are valid for 3 years. Graduates must recertify within 3 years.
24-hr Wilderness Remote & Basic First Aid
The Remote First Aid program is a great introduction to Wilderness First Aid. This course is designed for the weekend warrior who participates in activities such as mountain biking, sport climbing, or other outdoor sports that are relatively close to roads and towns. It is taught entirely from the perspective of “delayed help” and enables the participant to perform valuable treatments that will lessen the severity of injuries and contribute to speedier recovery times in the case of an unfortunate incident. This course is a combination of theoretical and hands-on curriculum.
Participants will receive a Remote First Aid certificate and a Basic (Emergency) First Aid with Level C CPR certificate (for the workplace). Both certifications are valid for 3 years.
If our scheduled course dates do not work for you, we can offer private courses for groups or teams. Please contact our office for more information.