Advanced Wilderness First Aid
Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, UK
03 November 2025 08:00 - 06 November 2025 17:30GBP £675.00
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Learn Advanced Wilderness First Aid for the Outdoors, No Medical Background Required
This Advanced Wilderness First Aid course in the UK is designed specifically for outdoor professionals, group leaders, and adventure enthusiasts who need the skills to handle medical situations in high-risk, remote or low-resource environments with extended evacuation times.
Whether you’re leading expeditions overseas, operating in challenging terrain, or working in locations where help is hours away, this course gives you the hands-on training to act confidently and take the lead when it matters most.
You don’t need to be a medic to join, just a willingness to learn, practice, and step up when needed.
Book now, pay the rest later – secure your space with a £250 deposit today
What to Expect
- A non-residential course with lunch and coffee breaks included
- 28 hours of hands-on first aid for remote and expedition environments
- Practical, scenario-based teaching with expert instruction
- A supportive, small-group learning environment
- Confidence to act in real-world emergencies when professional help is delayedYou’ll finish the course with an Advanced Wilderness First Aid Award, valid for 3 years, and the capability to manage trauma, complex medical conditions, and emergencies in remote outdoor settings with extended evacuation windows.
This training is also suitable for professionals working in higher-risk environments with clinical support as part of a wider team.
Course Content
The advanced wilderness first aid course syllabus includes:
- Basic life support (BLS) and CPR
- Catastrophic bleeding, trauma dressings, wound packing, and tourniquets
- Airway management and chest injuries
- Head and neck injuries and common ENT issues
- Fracture management and dislocations
- Soft tissue injuries and pain management
- Common medical conditions in remote environments
- Burns, dermatology, and wound care including wound closure
- Cold environments and hypothermia
- Heat illness and tropical conditions
- Altitude-related illness and use of Portable Altitude Chambers
- Anaphylaxis and auto-injectors
- Mental health and public health in the field
- Planning, risk assessment, SOPs and EAPs
- Patient packaging, drags and emergency shelters
- Medical kits, medicines, and scene safety
You’ll be assessed through ongoing practical demonstrations and simulation scenarios.
Is This the Right Course for Me?
This UK advanced wilderness first aid course is ideal for:
- Outdoor instructors and activity leaders
- Expedition leaders and group organisers
- DofE supervisors & teachers
- Event safety teams and crew operating in remote UK settings
- Individuals who spend time in off-grid or hard-to-reach environments
You do not need any medical qualifications or clinical background to join.
Looking for a more beginner-friendly course?
Check out our 2-day Wilderness First Aid course, designed for those taking their first step into outdoor first aid training.
Already have healthcare experience? Consider our Expedition & Wilderness Medicine course designed for clinicians seeking more in-depth expedition medical training.
What’s Included
✔ Lunch and coffee breaks
✔ Expert tuition from a multidisciplinary faculty
✔ Downloadable learning resources
✔ Advanced Wilderness First Aid certificate (valid for 3 years)
What’s Not Included
✘ Accommodation
✘ Travel costs
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Personal clothing and toiletries
Kit List
Make sure to bring:
- Comfortable, weather-appropriate outdoor clothing
- Layers for both indoor and outdoor sessions
- Comfortable shoes or boots
- Personal toiletries, including a towel
Missing something? Contact us – we’re happy to help with sourcing or suggestions.
Why Choose World Extreme Medicine?
With over 20 years of experience training professionals to work in the world’s most remote and challenging environments, World Extreme Medicine (WEM) is a global leader in expedition, wilderness, and remote medical training.
Here’s why outdoor professionals, instructors, and adventurers trust WEM:
Real-World Expertise
Our faculty includes medics, expedition leaders, search and rescue experts, and outdoor professionals who’ve worked in extreme settings, from mountains and deserts to jungles and polar regions. You’ll learn from people who’ve lived it, not just studied it.
Practical, Hands-On Training
Our courses focus on what works in the field, not what’s written in a textbook. We prioritise scenario-based learning, hands-on skills, and realistic simulations so you can walk away with confidence.
Community and Connection
Our fully residential courses are designed to help you connect with likeminded people, expand your network, and build lifelong friendships in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Recognised and Respected
WEM training is trusted by global NGOs, expedition providers, and outdoor organisations, with many of our World Extreme Medicine Alumni joining organisations including Médecins Sans Frontières, UK-Med, Raleigh International, and even our own faculty.
Tailored to Your Environment
This course is designed specifically for outdoor professionals and non-medics. Whether you’re leading a DofE group, running outdoor education programmes, or planning your own backcountry adventures – we’ve got you covered.
Travel
We recommend staying locally the night before the course starts. Accommodation is not included, but there are plenty of options nearby.
By train
The nearest station is Cheshunt, less than 150m from the venue, with services from:
→ London Liverpool Street
→ Stratford
→ Hertford East
→ Cambridge North
→ Bishops Stortford
By car
Exit the M25 at Junction 25 → follow the A10 → look for signs to Cheshunt Railway Station
Note: Windmill Lane has a level crossing that may cause minor delays
By bus
Nearest stop: Old Pond (1.1km) with services 310, 251 and 242
Want to Talk First?
Not sure if the course is the right fit?
→ Book a 30-minute discovery call with our team
Prefer email? Then feel free to contact us.
We’re happy to answer any questions.
FAQs
Q: What is advanced wilderness first aid?
A: Advanced wilderness first aid builds on the principles of wilderness first aid for those operating in more remote, higher-risk locations or with larger and more complex groups. It covers the essential skills needed to manage trauma, illness, and environmental injuries in the field.
Q: Do I need to complete a basic course first?
A: It’s recommended that you have either first aid training or experience managing groups in outdoor settings, but it’s not a requirement.
Q: Is this an HSE-approved course?
A: The Health and Safety Executive no longer approves individual courses, but it provides guidance on choosing a provider. This course meets those standards and is suitable for professionals requiring a UK wilderness first aid certification.
Q: Who teaches this course?
A: Our courses are delivered by a multidisciplinary team of expedition medics, pre-hospital care providers, and outdoor professionals. WEM has over two decades of experience training people to respond effectively in extreme and remote environments.
Q: Is there any pre-course reading?
A: No formal pre-course learning is required. However, you might enjoy:
→ First Aid Made Easy by Nigel Barraclough
→ Outdoor First Aid by Katherine Wills
→ Pocket First Aid and Wilderness Medicine by Jim Duff & Ross Anderson
Q: Will this course allow me to administer prescription-only medicines?
A: No – this course does not cover the prescribing or use of prescription medications. It focuses on first aid and emergency care in outdoor settings.
