Wilderness First Aid

CPR First – We are a team of medical professionals (physicians, nurses, and EMTs) who believe everyone should have a basic knowledge of first aid and CPR. Our trainers are engaging, enthusiastic, and want to help you learn. Together, our trainers have over 50 years of experience teaching people just like you.

Course Description: 

This course is designed for outdoor enthusiasts, scout leaders, or anyone who wants to be better prepared for emergencies in the wilderness. You will learn about patient assessment, managing first aid emergencies, and CPR. Upon completing this course, you will have the necessary skills to care for someone in the wilderness for twenty-four hours if required. Certifications will be given through ECSI, which is recognized internationally and accepted by the BSA for all high adventure activity bases.

Current CPR/First Aid certificate is required to attend Wilderness First Aid.

Course format:

Two day course in person course from 8 AM to  4 PM Saturday and Sunday.

Bring the First Day of class: Lunch for yourself. No lunch will be provided. A notebook and pen. Water, a copy of your CPR and First Aid certifications (we need a copy for record keeping purposes).

Dates Available:

September 11-12, 2021
October 16-17, 2021
November 20-21, 2021
December 11 -12, 2021

(MUST ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS FULL TIME TO COMPLETE CLASS)

8:00 am to 4:00 pm both days

Where:  San Jose Council Service Center, located at 970 W. Julian Street

What to Bring– Pen & Paper, wear comfortable clothing at allow you to get on floor to perform first aid practice. (Uniforms not required) a blanket or similar to for the practice sessions.  BRING YOUR LUNCH, SNACKS and WATER.

COST: $150.00 includes book, materials, and card.  Limited to 36

Must sign up two weeks prior to course to allow time for materials to arrive before class