Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
The BOEALPS Wilderness First Aid (WFA) class is designed to prepare you to deal effectively with accidents that can occur in remote areas where professional medical help is not readily available.
The BOEALPS WFA class is offered in cooperation with the wilderness medicine professionals from CPR Seattle, and includes lectures, skills practice, demos and hands-on scenarios. Attendance to all class sessions, whether virtual or in-person, is required to complete the WFA class and obtain a two-year certification.
This course is highly recommended for all BOEALPS members and volunteers and is a recognized certification meeting the requirements of the BOEALPS Basic Class (BMC) for BMC graduates who aspire to become BMC Instructors.
Course FAQs
- You MUST be at least 18 years old to apply for this program (16 or 17 years old allowed if accompanied by parent/guardian: please contact us prior to applying to discuss details)
- We will follow Boeing and local government regulations regarding COVID mitigation. Signing up for the class constitutes acceptance of these requirements.
- Attend ALL class sessions (virtual and in-person).
- Demonstrate that you can perform all required skills.
Refunds will only be given if you drop out PRIOR to the first WFA class session (whether virtual or in-person).
No refunds will be given after the first class.
In any case, payment for annual BOEALPS membership is NON REFUNDABLE.
2025 Course Details
- Date and Time: January 25th and 26th, 2024 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Lecture Location: CPR Seattle
- Prerequisite: Yes. see FAQ section
- Cost: $225
- Course Capacity: 14 Students
- Audience: Members & Guests
Note
BOEALPS-affiliated members and guests will be given priority to apply until 1 month prior to class. In order to make this program successful and sustainable, open seats may be offered to other outdoors organizations 1 month prior to class.
It is highly recommended for BOEALPS-affiliated members and guests to send in their application as early as possible to ensure participation in the class.