Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Course

Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Course

The Wilderness First Responder course is designed for those working or travelling in remote areas.

Ideal for rescue personnel, expedition staff, group leaders, adventure guides, forestry workers and media teams. the course develops the knowledge and skills to manage medical emergencies in remote areas.

This hybrid course allows delegates to review the didactic material during a self-paced online distance learning course, before joining the in-person phase to develop competencies through skills stations, group exercises and scenario-based training.

Curriculum

The curriculum emphasizes decision-making, leadership, and critical thinking, and is taught by experienced instructors with strong medical and field backgrounds.

Core Topics

• Scene management

• Patient Assessment

• Bleeding control

• Wound Management

• Musculoskeletal Injuries

• Spinal Trauma

• Medical Emergencies

• Environmental emergencies:

  • Heat illness

  • Cold injury

  • Drowning

  • Lightning

  • Altitude Medicin

• Venomous bites & stings

• Water Disinfection

• Wilderness first aid Kits

Course Format (Hybrid: Online & In-Person)

Our WFR course blends the flexibility of self-paced distance learning with in-person skills and scenario-based learning, including:

• Phase 1: 24 hours of online learning

• Phase 2: 3-day in-person practical sessions

The in-person days involve a combination of didactic lectures, small group discussions, practical skills sessions, and live scenario-based training in-context.

Accreditation

The course culminates in a certificate of completion from Base Medical & SOS Medical Services and UK Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.

Location

Ambleside, Lake District, United Kingdom

Dates

6-8 July 2026

Included

• Online course

• Food* (6th - 8th July)

• Accommodation/lodging (shared rooms) (6th & 7th July)

• In-person training (3-days)

• CPD Certification

Not included:

• Accommodation 5th or 8th July

Cost

Option 1: GBP 850

Includes hybrid course (online & in-person), food, shared accommodation and CPD credits.

(6th July: Lunch & dinner. 7th July: Breakfast, lunch & dinner. 8th July: Breakfast & lunch)

Option 2: GBP 700

Includes hybrid course (online & in-person), lunch only on 6th, 6th & 8th, and CPD credits. Self-catering: Delegates are responsible for arranging their own accommodation, breakfast & dinner