Intended Audience
Designed for individuals who are not healthcare providers or professional rescuers but need wilderness first aid knowledge and skills.
ASHI Outdoor Training Program
Wilderness
First Aid
ASHI Wilderness First Aid is built for individuals who need emergency care knowledge and skills in outdoor, remote, or delayed-response environments. It places strong emphasis on hands-on skills and scenario practice.
Up to 2-Year Certification
Approx. 16 Hours
Hands-On Scenario Training
Quick Course Facts
What to know before registering for ASHI Wilderness First Aid.
Certification Period
Recognized certification period is up to 2 years.
Time to Complete
Initial training is approximately 16 hours.
Completion Requirements
Performance evaluation is required. Written evaluation is optional unless required by a regulatory agency.
Choose Your Training Format
Select the course format that best fits your outdoor, camp, or organizational needs.
Most Common
Traditional Classroom
Instructor-led training with a strong focus on hands-on wilderness first aid skills and practical scenarios.
- Great fit for camps, scouting, churches, and outdoor groups
- Built around practical skill development
- Strong scenario-based training emphasis
Group Option
Private Group Training
Ideal for organizations that need wilderness-focused emergency training for staff, volunteers, or teams.
- Helpful for camps, outdoor programs, and ministry groups
- Can support team readiness in remote settings
- Flexible for larger organizational training needs
Upcoming Wilderness First Aid Classes
Register for an upcoming ASHI Wilderness First Aid course.
Course Schedule
No upcoming classes are posted yet.
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Course Details
What This Course Covers
ASHI Wilderness First Aid prepares students to assess, manage, and respond to emergencies in environments where professional help may be delayed and resources may be limited.
Prerequisite
Certification in adult CPR and AED is required
Recommended Beforehand
Prior completion of a basic first aid class is strongly encouraged
Class Setup
Maximum 10:1 student-to-instructor ratio and recommended 3:1 student-to-equipment ratio
Materials
Instructor Guide, Skills Demonstration DVD, and Student Book
Why It Matters
Emergency Care for Remote and Outdoor Settings
This course is especially valuable when help is not immediately available. It teaches students how to think through emergencies, protect themselves, and care for injured or ill people in wilderness or field environments.
Built For
Outdoor leaders, camp staff, ministry teams, and other non-professional responders
Meets / Exceeds
Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines, 2017 Edition
Training Style
PowerPoint-supported instruction with strong hands-on and scenario practice emphasis
What You’ll Learn
Major topics covered in ASHI Wilderness First Aid training.
Foundations & Assessment
- Wilderness first aid principles
- Protecting yourself
- Legal considerations
- Scene assessment
- Initial assessment
- Focused assessment
- Moving and lifting
Trauma & Injury Care
- Shock
- Control of bleeding
- Major wounds
- Facial injuries
- Minor wounds
- Cleaning, closing, and dressing wounds
- Burns
- Head, neck, or back injuries
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Extended injury management
Medical Emergencies
- Altered mental status
- Breathing difficulty and shortness of breath
- Abdominal problems
- Pain, severe pressure, or discomfort in chest
- Poisoning
- Heat emergencies
- Cold emergencies
- Bites and stings
Environment & Survival Concerns
- Submersion (drowning)
- Lightning strikes
- Altitude illnesses
- Emotional considerations
- First aid kits
- Protection from the elements
- Water and food
Common Questions
Quick answers for students and organizations considering ASHI Wilderness First Aid training.
Who is this class designed for?
This course is designed for individuals who are not healthcare providers
or professional rescuers but need wilderness first aid knowledge and skills.
Do I need anything before taking this class?
Yes. Certification in adult CPR and AED is required. Prior completion of a basic first aid class is strongly encouraged.
How long is certification valid?
Recognized certification is valid for up to 2 years.
How long does the class take?
Initial training is approximately 16 hours.