Ever wonder what to do if help is not immediately available for someone who is ill or injured? Whether working or experiencing the Yukon, learn comprehensive first aid techniques for those who need a higher level of first aid training to work and respond to emergencies in isolated or wilderness settings. This leadership training is also suitable for those who act as guides or supervisors for groups of people while in remote locations. The course covers material in Standard First Aid/CPR-C, plus advanced strategies for providing extended care for more than 24 hours.

This course qualifies for the 40hr Wilderness First Aid 2018 Guiding Regulations for Yukon’s National Parks.

Please note that this course is taught in a 50% indoor and a 50% outdoor setting, regardless of weather. It will require greater physical activity than typical first aid training, you may wish to wear old clothes. There is not a prerequisite, although we encourage participants to have taken first aid training prior to this course.