The Challenge Re-certification is designed to students as Wilderness First Responders regardless of what provider issued their original certification. 

What you can expect at the Challenge Course:

You can expect 4 full, intense days of instruction. Plan on arriving at the course prepared to completely focus on the material- it is not possible to engage in any other significant activity (i.e. a job or school) while participating in this course.

Your Challenge Course will have a large focus on the application of assessment and treatment skills. You can expect the simulations during the course to integrate both the knowledge from your past training with new material that will bring you to the level of a Wilderness Medical Associates Wilderness First Responder.

Certification Standards

To receive certification as a Wilderness First Responder, you will be required to pass the written and practical final exams as well as satisfactorily perform the skills within the scope of Wilderness First Responder training. The written exam is the same exam used on all 8-9 day Wilderness First Responder courses, and the passing score is 80% or better. At the successful completion of your Challenge course, you will receive the following certifications:

§         Wilderness First Responder RE-Certification (good for three years)

§        Anaphylaxis Certification and AED certification (good for three years)  

§         Basic Life Saving (BLS) and CPR certification (good for three years)