PE 1626: Wilderness First Responder
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.
| Course Fee | Students: $855 NOTE: Students enrolled in this course who are living on-campus will need to find off-campus accommodations until the residential halls open. Alternatively, campus housing is available during the spring semester WFR classes. |
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| Fee Notes | None |
| Attendance | Participation in all class sessions is required in order to receive PE credit. |
| Prerequisites | No previous experience. |
| Drop Deadline | 1/21/25 |
| Enrollment | Enroll through Student Center or by contacting COE at 607-255-6183 or coed@cornell.edu |
| Links | Equipment List For more information about Wilderness Medical Associates please visit their website. |
| Day | Date | Time |
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| Saturday | 3/29/25 | 8:00am to 6:00pm |
| Sunday | 3/30/25 | 8:00am to 6:00pm |
| Monday | 3/31/25 | 8:00am to 6:00pm |
| Tuesday | 4/1/25 | 8:00am to 6:00pm |
| Wednesday | 4/2/25 | 8:00am to 6:00pm |
| Thursday | 4/3/25 | 8:00am to 6:00pm |
| Friday | 4/4/25 | 8:00am to 6:00pm |
| Saturday | 4/5/25 | 8:00am to 6:00pm |