PE 1626

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PE 1626
Wilderness First Responder

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2024-2025.

This 8-day, 80-hour course from Wilderness Medical Associates provides the prerequisite training and certification necessary for employment as a professional outdoor instructor at nationally recognized programs such as NOLS and Outward Bound. The curriculum goes beyond the basics needed for first aid certification to emphasize the skills and knowledge needed in backcountry rescue situations when extended care may be needed.

When Offered Multi-semester course: Fall, Winter, Spring.

Fees Fees vary by term.

Satisfies Requirement Satisfies one PE requirement if taken as PE.

Comments For important information about the course (dates, drop deadline, supplies list, etc.) please visit the Cornell Outdoor Education website.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 0 Credits Sat/Unsat

  • 12379 PE 1626   LEC 001

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    • TBA
    • Mar 29 - Apr 5, 2025

    • Blakeley, B

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Course fee: $855. Class takes place over spring break. This 8-day, 80-hour course from Wilderness Medical Associates provides the prerequisite training and certification necessary for employment as a professional outdoor instructor at nationally recognized programs such as National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) and Outward Bound. The curriculum goes beyond the basics needed for first aid certification to emphasize the skills and knowledge needed in backcountry rescue situations when extended care may be needed.
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.