Courses
We've partnered with AdvertureMed to bring world-class education to the islands, offering online - hybrid - onsite opportunities. We suppliment this core curriculum to include dangers/challenges specific to Hawai'i. We also incorporate training materials from the American College of Surgeons' STOP THE BLEED course so our students are well prepared to address life-theratening injuries.
Wilderness First Aid
Our Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is designed to provide an individual with an introduction to wilderness medicine, as well as basic skills to treat the most common injuries and illnesses encountered in the outdoors. This program is appropriate for entry-level professional outdoor guides, and other non-medical people who want a basic understanding of wilderness medicine.
Upon course completion, students will earn both the WFA and CPR/BLS plus AED certifications, which are valid for two years.
Wilderness First Responder
Our 70-80 hour Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course is designed to provide an individual with an in-depth knowledge of wilderness medicine, and the basic skills to treat the most common injuries and illnesses encountered in the outdoors. This program is appropriate for professional outdoor guides and other non-medical people who want a deeper understanding of wilderness medicine.
Students will learn the latest wilderness medicine skills for patient assessment, treatment, and evacuation. Our expert instructors employ a wide scope of teaching methods, balancing lectures with practical, hands-on skills and scenarios. Emphasis is placed not just on the materials learned, but the critical decision making skills surrounding effective backcountry medical management.
Upon course completion, students will earn the WFR certification, valid for two years (with a one year grace period), and a CPR/BLS plus AED certification, also valid for two years.
Wilderness Life Support for Medical Professionals
The Wilderness Life Support for the Medical Professional (WLS:MP) course is designed to provide medical professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage medical emergencies in remote and wilderness settings. The curriculum of the WLS:MP course follows the most up-to-date guidelines and best practices set forth by the Wilderness Medical Society (WMS).
The WLS:MP course covers a wide range of topics such as patient assessment, wound management, musculoskeletal injuries, environmental emergencies, and much more. Participants will also learn how to improvise medical equipment, communicate effectively, and make decisions in situations where resources are limited.