PE 1626

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PE 1626
Wilderness First Responder

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

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.


Fees Course fee, $898.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025SP, 2025WI, 2024FA

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  2685 PE 1626   LEC 001

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    • Mar 27 - Apr 3, 2027

    • Holton, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    For additional class and certification details, visit: https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/spring-pe-courses/wilderness-medicine/wfr
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 25, 2027. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and 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.