Course Calendar

The calendar below shows our public courses offered through Yamnuska Mountain Adventures and the U of C Outdoor Centre. If you are interested in booking a private course for your organization please Contact Us.

Jun
24
Sat
Swiftwater Rescue 1
Jun 24 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoGain the confidence you need to move your rafting, canoeing and kayaking skills to the next level. This course focuses on self-rescue skills so that you can look after yourself when out on the water and is great for those just entering the whitewater arena or for those who have already dipped a paddle and found it to their liking! This one day course offers a combination of theoretical and practical skill development.

Jun
25
Sun
Swiftwater Rescue 2
Jun 25 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoGain the confidence you need to move your rafting, canoeing and kayaking skills to the next level. This course focuses on self-rescue skills so that you can look after yourself when out on the water and is great for those just entering the whitewater arena or for those who have already dipped a paddle and found it to their liking! This one day course offers a combination of theoretical and practical skill development.

Sep
12
Tue
Wilderness First Responder
Sep 12 @ 8:30 am – Sep 21 @ 4:30 pm

Yamnuska

This course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense program involves a high level of commitment from the learner. It is delivered over 10 days, with 9 teaching days and 1 day for self study.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

This course will be hosted through Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. 

Sep
14
Thu
Remote First Aid – Thursday Evening, Saturday and Sunday
Sep 14 – Sep 17 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoAn ideal course for the back country enthusiast and weekend warriors! This course is not appropriate or adequate for trip leaders, instructors or those undertaking extended travel in remote areas. A Knowledge Review is completed online, as is the Final Exam. Classroom based sessions are 2.5 days.  Participants are required to complete the Knowledge Review, Final Exam and Skills Components of the course in addition to attending all course sessions for successful certification.

Thursday Evening – 6pm – 9:30pm
Saturday – 9:00am – 5pm
Sunday – 9:00am – 5pm Field Day

Sep
16
Sat
Wilderness Advanced First Aid – Weekends
Sep 16 – Sep 24 all-day

Yamnuska

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid Certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                  Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Sessions run 8:30am – 4:30pm daily.

Sep
21
Thu
Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification – Weekend
Sep 21 – Sep 24 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoThis course will re-certify your 40-hour qualification. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR re-certification (for the workplace). The                               Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Dates:   Thursday September 21 (6:00 – 9:30pm)

Saturday & Sunday September 23 & 24, 2023 ( 9:00am – 5:00pm)

 

Sep
22
Fri
Wilderness First Responder Re-Certification
Sep 22 – Sep 25 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

Sep
23
Sat
Wilderness Advanced First Aid – Weekends
Sep 23 – Oct 1 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                               Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Dates:                   Saturday & Sunday September 23 & 24 and September 30 & October 1

Course Times:                   9:00am – 5:00pm

Sep
26
Tue
Wilderness First Responder
Sep 26 – Oct 6 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoThis course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense 9 day program involves a high level of commitment from the learner.   For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

Course Runs:  Tuesday – Friday, September 26 – 29 (9:00am – 5:00pm) and Monday – Friday, October 2 – 6, (9:00am – 5:00pm)

Oct
2
Mon
Wilderness First Responder Re-Certification
Oct 2 – Oct 5 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

Oct
10
Tue
Wilderness First Responder
Oct 10 @ 8:30 am – Oct 19 @ 4:30 pm

Yamnuska

This course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense program involves a high level of commitment from the learner. It is delivered over 10 days, with 9 teaching days and 1 day for self study.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

This course will be hosted through Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. 

Oct
14
Sat
Backcountry Emergencies
Oct 14 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoIf you don’t have much time and you don’t need a certificate, this is a great course for you! This practical 8-hour course looks at potential injuries and emergencies that may arise during your backcountry adventure and focuses on how to manage them effectively.  Note: This is a practical, non-certified course which usually takes place in the Bragg Creek area.

Saturday October 14, 2023:  09:00-17:00

Oct
20
Fri
Wilderness First Responder Re-Certification
Oct 20 – Oct 23 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

Oct
21
Sat
Wilderness Advanced First Aid – Weekends
Oct 21 – Oct 29 all-day

Yamnuska

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                    Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Sessions run 8:30am – 4:30pm daily.

Oct
24
Tue
Wilderness First Responder
Oct 24 @ 8:30 am – Nov 2 @ 4:30 pm

Yamnuska

This course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense program involves a high level of commitment from the learner. It is delivered over 10 days, with 9 teaching days and 1 day for self study.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

This course will be hosted through Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. 

Oct
26
Thu
Remote First Aid – Thursday Evening, Saturday and Sunday
Oct 26 – Oct 29 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

An ideal course for the back country enthusiast and weekend warriors! This course is not appropriate or adequate for trip leaders, instructors or those undertaking extended travel in remote areas. Classroom based sessions are 2.5 days.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Basic First Aid Online Exam, the Remote First Aid Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

Thursday Evening – 6pm – 9:30pm
Saturday – 9:00am – 5pm
Sunday – 9:00am – 5pm Field Day

Nov
3
Fri
Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification
Nov 3 – Nov 5 all-day

Yamnuska

This course will re-certify your 40-hour qualification. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid Certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR re-certification (for the workplace).                                    The Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety.

Friday November 3 (6:00 – 9:30pm)

Saturday & Sunday November 4 & 5 (8:30 – 4:30pm)

Nov
4
Sat
Wilderness First Responder Re-Certification
Nov 4 – Nov 7 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

Nov
13
Mon
Wilderness First Responder
Nov 13 @ 8:30 am – Nov 22 @ 4:30 pm

Yamnuska

This course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense program involves a high level of commitment from the learner. It is delivered over 10 days, with 9 teaching days and  1 day for self study.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

This course will be hosted through Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. 

Nov
18
Sat
Wilderness Advanced First Aid – Weekends
Nov 18 – Nov 26 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                   Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Dates:                   Saturday & Sunday November 18 & 19 and November 25 & 26

Course Times:                   9:00am – 5:00pm

Nov
23
Thu
Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification – Weekend
Nov 23 – Nov 26 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

This course will re-certify your 40-hour qualification. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid Certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR re-certification (for the workplace).                                    The Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety.

Course Dates:   Thursday November 23 (6:00 – 9:30pm)

Saturday & Sunday November 25 & 26, 2023 ( 9:00am – 5:00pm)

 

Nov
26
Sun
Wilderness First Responder Re-Certification
Nov 26 – Nov 29 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

Dec
2
Sat
Wilderness First Responder Re-certification Course -Over 2 Weekends
Dec 2 – Dec 10 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course Dates: December 2 & 3 and December 9 & 10:  9:00am – 5:00pm

 

Jan
13
Sat
Wilderness Advanced First Aid – Weekends
Jan 13 – Jan 21 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                   Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Dates:                   Saturday & Sunday January 13 & 14 and January 20 & 21, 2024

Course Times:                   9:00am – 5:00pm

Jan
18
Thu
Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification – Weekend
Jan 18 – Jan 21 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

This course will re-certify your 40-hour qualification. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR re-certification (for the workplace).                                      The Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety.

Course Dates:   Thursday January 18, 2024 (6:00 – 9:30pm)

Saturday & Sunday January 20 & 21, 2024 ( 9:00am – 5:00pm)

 

Feb
8
Thu
Remote First Aid – Thursday Evening, Saturday and Sunday
Feb 8 – Feb 11 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

An ideal course for the back country enthusiast and weekend warriors! This course is not appropriate or adequate for trip leaders, instructors or those undertaking extended travel in remote areas. Classroom based sessions are 2.5 days.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Basic First Aid Online Exam, the Remote First Aid Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

Thursday Evening – 6pm – 9:30pm
Saturday – 9:00am – 5pm
Sunday – 9:00am – 5pm Field Day

Feb
24
Sat
Wilderness Advanced First Aid – Weekends
Feb 24 – Mar 3 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                   Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Dates:                   Saturday & Sunday February 24 & 25 and March 2 & 3, 2024

Course Times:                   9:00am – 5:00pm

Feb
29
Thu
Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification – Weekend
Feb 29 – Mar 3 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

This course will re-certify your 40-hour qualification. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR re-certification (for the workplace).                                    The Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety.

Course Dates:   Thursday February 29, 2024 (6:00 – 9:30pm)

Saturday & Sunday March 2 & 3, 2024 (9:00am – 5:00pm)

 

Mar
9
Sat
Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid Re-Certification-Over 2 Weekends
Mar 9 – Mar 17 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course Dates: March 9 & 10 and March 16 & 17, 2024:  9:00am – 5:00pm

 

Mar
23
Sat
Backcountry Emergencies
Mar 23 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoIf you don’t have much time and you don’t need a certificate, this is a great course for you! This practical 8-hour course looks at potential injuries and emergencies that may arise during your backcountry adventure and focuses on how to manage them effectively.  Note: This is a practical, non-certified course which usually takes place in the Bragg Creek area.

Saturday March 23, 2024:  09:00-17:00

Apr
2
Tue
Wilderness First Responder & Intermediate First Aid
Apr 2 – Apr 12 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoThis course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense 9 day program involves a high level of commitment from the learner.   For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

Course Runs:  Tuesday – Friday, April 2 – 5, (9:00am – 5:00pm) and Monday – Friday, 8 – 12, 2024 (9:00am – 5:00pm)

Apr
4
Thu
Remote First Aid – Thursday Evening, Saturday and Sunday
Apr 4 – Apr 7 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoAn ideal course for the back country enthusiast and weekend warriors! This course is not appropriate or adequate for trip leaders, instructors or those undertaking extended travel in remote areas. Classroom based sessions are 2.5 days.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Basic First Aid Online Exam, the Remote First Aid Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

Thursday Evening – 6pm – 9:30pm
Saturday – 9:00am – 5pm
Sunday – 9:00am – 5pm Field Day

Wilderness First Responder and Advanced First Aid Re-Certification
Apr 4 – Apr 9 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding one of the following certifications:

        • RMAM Advanced Adventure Medic certification.  Certificates that expire no later than February 28, 2023 are eligible for re-certification.
        • Advanced First Aid (recognized by Alberta OHS)
        • OFA 3
        • Wilderness First Responder with Advanced First Aid

The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

Apr
8
Mon
Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid Re-Certification
Apr 8 – Apr 11 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course Dates: April 8 – 11, 2024:  9:00am – 5:00pm

 

Apr
14
Sun
Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid
Apr 14 @ 8:30 am – Apr 23 @ 4:30 pm

Yamnuska

This course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense program involves a high level of commitment from the learner. It is delivered over 10 days, with 9 teaching days and  1 day for self study.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

This course will be hosted through Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. 

Apr
20
Sat
Wilderness Advanced First Aid – Weekends
Apr 20 – Apr 28 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                    Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Dates:                   Saturday & Sunday April 20 & 21 and April 27 & 28, 2024

Course Times:                   9:00am – 5:00pm

Apr
21
Sun
Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid
Apr 21 @ 8:30 am – Apr 30 @ 4:30 pm

Yamnuska

This course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense program involves a high level of commitment from the learner. It is delivered over 10 days, with 9 teaching days and  1 day for self study.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

This course will be hosted through Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. 

Apr
25
Thu
Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification – Weekend
Apr 25 – Apr 28 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

This course will re-certify your 40-hour qualification. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR re-certification (for the workplace).                                       The Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety.

Course Dates:   Thursday April 25, 2024 (6:00 – 9:30pm)

Saturday & Sunday April 27 & 28, 2024 (9:00am – 5:00pm)

 

Apr
26
Fri
Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid Re-Certification
Apr 26 – Apr 29 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

May
2
Thu
Remote First Aid – Thursday Evening, Saturday and Sunday
May 2 – May 5 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoAn ideal course for the back country enthusiast and weekend warriors! This course is not appropriate or adequate for trip leaders, instructors or those undertaking extended travel in remote areas. Classroom based sessions are 2.5 days.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Basic First Aid Online Exam, the Remote First Aid Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

Thursday Evening – 6pm – 9:30pm
Saturday – 9:00am – 5pm
Sunday – 9:00am – 5pm Field Day

May
3
Fri
Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid Re-Certification
May 3 – May 6 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

May
9
Thu
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
May 9 – May 12 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                    Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Dates:                   Thursday – Sunday  May 9 – 12, 2024

Course Times:                   9:00am – 5:00pm

Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification – Weekend
May 9 – May 12 all-day

Outdoor Centre Logo

This course will re-certify your 40-hour qualification. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR re-certification (for the workplace).                                    The Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety.

Course Dates:   Thursday May 9, 2024 (6:00 – 9:30pm)

Saturday & Sunday May 11 & 12, 2024 (9:00am – 5:00pm)

 

May
11
Sat
Swift Water Rescue 1
May 11 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoGain the confidence you need to move your rafting, canoeing and kayaking skills to the next level. This course focuses on self-rescue skills so that you can look after yourself when out on the water and is great for those just entering the whitewater arena or for those who have already dipped a paddle and found it to their liking! This one day course offers a combination of theoretical and practical skill development.

Wilderness Advanced First Aid – Weekends
May 11 – May 19 all-day

Yamnuska

The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                    Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Sessions run 8:30am – 4:30pm daily.

May
12
Sun
Swift Water Rescue 2
May 12 all-day

Outdoor Centre LogoGain the confidence you need to move your rafting, canoeing and kayaking skills to the next level. This course focuses on self-rescue skills so that you can look after yourself when out on the water and is great for those just entering the whitewater arena or for those who have already dipped a paddle and found it to their liking! This one day course offers a combination of theoretical and practical skill development.

May
13
Mon
Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid Re-Certification
May 13 – May 16 all-day

Yamnuska

This course re-certifies those holding a current  80 hour qualification.  The course will will focus on skills and scenario based activities.  For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam, WFR Re-Certification Chapter Review Exam and the WFR Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Course sessions are daily from 8:30am – 4:30pm

May
21
Tue
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
May 21 – May 24 all-day

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The Wilderness first aid standard in terms of content and course length, this course is suitable for avid outdoor enthusiasts, outdoor activity leaders, teachers and instructors.  The program covers patient assessment and treatment, evacuation decision making, environmental emergencies and includes the latest CPR and AED standards. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Online Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR certification (for the workplace). The                                    Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety. There is no pre-requisite for this program.

Course Dates:                   Tuesday – Friday  May 21 – 24, 2024

Course Times:                   9:00am – 5:00pm

Wilderness First Responder and Intermediate First Aid
May 21 – May 30 all-day

Yamnuska

This course is designed for wilderness professionals- guides and leaders, those who are going on extended and remote expeditions, or those wishing to work as professional ski patrollers in Alberta. This intense program involves a high level of commitment from the learner. It is delivered over 10 days, with 9 teaching days and  1 day for self study.  For successful certification, participants are required to complete the Intermediate First Aid Online Exam, the WFR Chapter Review Exam,  the WFR Final Exam, the required skills components and attend all course sessions.

This course will be hosted through Yamnuska Mountain Adventures. 

May
23
Thu
Wilderness Advanced First Aid Re-Certification – Weekend
May 23 – May 26 all-day

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This course will re-certify your 40-hour qualification. The course is presented by blending classroom theory and practice, with two days of outdoor practical scenarios. For successful certification, participants must complete the online learning components: Intermediate First Aid Exam and the WAFA Final Exam, complete all required skills and attend all course sessions.

Successful course participants will receive Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification and Intermediate First Aid and Level C CPR re-certification (for the workplace).                                    The Intermediate First Aid certification is recognized by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety.

Course Dates:   Thursday May 23, 2024 (6:00 – 9:30pm)

Saturday & Sunday May 25 & 26, 2024 (9:00am – 5:00pm)