Britannia Elite

Wilderness First Aider (Intermediate First Aid)

Anyone operating in remote, rural, or isolated environments where help may be delayed.

Wilderness First Aider (Intermediate First Aid)

Wilderness First Aider : Overview

The Wilderness First Aider (Intermediate First Aid) course provides practical skills for managing medical emergencies in remote, rural, or low‑resource environments where professional help may be delayed. The programme focuses on extended‑duration casualty care, improvised techniques, and sound decision‑making in challenging terrain.

This course is suitable for outdoor users, rural workers, conservation teams, NGO field staff, and anyone operating beyond immediate access to emergency services.

Who This Course Is For

  • Outdoor instructors and activity leaders
  • Hikers, trekkers, and expedition groups
  • Rural community members
  • Wildlife and conservation personnel
  • NGO and field workers
  • Remote‑area volunteers
  • Individuals working in low‑resource environments

Course Content

The course covers the following areas:

Remote Casualty Care

  • Scene assessment and hazard identification
  • Primary and secondary survey in remote settings
  • Casualty monitoring over extended periods
  • Managing limited resources

Environmental and Wilderness Injuries

  • Heat, cold, dehydration, and exposure
  • Bites, stings, and wildlife‑related injuries
  • Wound management and infection prevention
  • Burns, fractures, sprains, and soft‑tissue injuries

Improvised Techniques

  • Improvised splinting and bandaging
  • Improvised carries and movement
  • Casualty shelter and protection
  • Use of available materials in remote environments

Remote Decision‑Making

  • When to stay and when to evacuate
  • Communication options in low‑signal areas
  • Basic navigation considerations for emergency response
  • Planning and coordinating evacuation routes

Duration

Two days (16–20 hours), including practical outdoor scenarios and skills assessments.

Assessment

Learners are assessed through practical demonstrations, scenario participation, and short knowledge checks.

Certification

Successful learners receive a Wilderness First Aider certificate, valid for two years. Recertification is recommended every 24 months.

BASIC FIRST AID
ADVANCED FIRST AID