Wilderness & Remote First Aid

Wilderness & Remote First Aid Training in Northern BC

The Wilderness and Remote First Aid (WRFA) program offered through the Canadian Red Cross is designed for individuals who spend time in non-urban, remote, or backcountry environments—whether for work, adventure, or everyday life. Delivered in partnership with Kitamaat Valley Education Society (KVES), this specialized training prepares participants to respond confidently in situations where medical help may be delayed.

With three distinct course levels to choose from, this program allows learners to build the right level of preparedness for their specific needs. Whether you're a guide, outdoor worker, or nature enthusiast, WRFA teaches essential skills for responding to injuries and emergencies in areas where resources are limited.

Developed using evidence-based best practices, this hands-on training ensures participants gain practical, relevant skills they can rely on in real-life scenarios.

Remote First Aid

his 20-hour course is designed for individuals in remote (non-urban) environments. Participants learn how to plan for emergencies, prevent accidents, and provide care within 24 hours.
  • Remote workplaces or communities (2+ hrs from organized health care)
  • Day Trips
  • Focus: wound care, planning, prevention
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Wilderness First Aid

A 40-hour course for those who spend extended time in wilderness environments or lead group expeditions. Covers leadership, extended care, and group wellness.
  • Wilderness (less than 3 hrs from organized health care
  • Expeditions & multi-day trips
  • Focus: assessment, decision-making, wellness
  • 20 hour recertification course available.
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Wilderness First Responder

Designed for professional rescuers, this 80-hour advanced course includes urgent evacuation, rescue decision-making, and extended care practices in high-risk environments.
  • Wilderness (3+ hrs from organized health care)
  • Targeted rescue teams
  • Focus: leadership, evacuation, survival support
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All courses meet Canadian Standards Association (CSA) workplace first aid requirements. Practical, scenario-based learning in remote and wilderness conditions is emphasized. Students receive a waterproof Wilderness & Remote Field Guide as part of the course.
Kitamaat Valley Education Society is regulated by the Private Training Institutions Branch of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training (PTIB).
Online courses are offered by BIS Training and not by Kitamaat Valley Education Society. Students will
register and pay course fees directly to BIS Training. These online courses do not require approval under the Private Training Act; A student may not file a claim against the fund with the trustee in respect to the course or program of instruction.
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