Wilderness First Aid

Certification Course

Sometimes just dialing 911 isn’t enough. This hands-on, scenario-based course equips you with the skills to assess, manage, and respond to medical emergencies in remote environments. From fractures and bleeding to environmental injuries and patient evacuation decisions, you’ll gain practical, field-tested tools you can use immediately.

You’ll learn such valuable topics as:

  • Patient Assessment

  • Hypothermia

  • Shock

  • Heat Illness

  • Breaks & Sprains

  • Allergic Reactions

  • Wound Management

  • Bleeding Control

Hosted at ASCEND South Side taught by True North Wilderness Survival School. This course is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Health for pre-hospital care providers. Certification length is two (2) years. You must attend both sessions (May 9 and 10) from 8a-5p to receive certification.

Saturday + Sunday, May 9 + 10
8a-5p
ASCEND South Side
$295 Per Person