Wilderness First Aid – El Cerrito

Wilderness First Aid Training in El Cerrito, CA

Join us in El Cerrito for a 16-hour, hands-on Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course designed for hikers, campers, outdoor leaders, and anyone who loves exploring Northern California’s trails and wild spaces. You’ll gain the confidence to respond to medical emergencies when help is far away — no medical experience required.

📄 Want to see exactly what’s covered? [Review the course syllabus here.]

Certification You’ll Receive

• Wilderness First Aid certification, valid for 3 years
• Our classes have reciprocity with NOLS (must not be expired)

➕ Want BLS Certification Too?

You can add a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (valid for 2 years) to your training! This optional add-on provides essential life-saving skills for adults, children, and infants, perfectly complementing your wilderness medicine training.

👉 Click here to register for the BLS add-on (separate sign-up required).

What You’ll Learn

During this comprehensive El Cerrito Wilderness First Aid training, you’ll practice real-world scenarios and learn:

• How to treat common outdoor injuries such as cuts, sprains, and broken bones
• How to recognize and respond to heat illness, dehydration, and hypothermia
• How to make an emergency plan when professional help is hours away
• How to stay calm and act with confidence in stressful situations

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for:

• Hikers, backpackers, and campers exploring the Sierra Nevada and Northern California parks
• Outdoor guides, teachers, and group leaders
• Scout leaders and youth program coordinators
• Anyone who wants to be prepared for emergencies in remote or outdoor settings

What to Know

• No medical experience is required — all skill levels are welcome
• The class is in-person and primarily outdoors for hands-on learning
• Please bring comfortable clothes, lunch, water, and a notebook

⛺ Camping Option Available: Onsite camping is available for class participants for $25 per night. Let us know if you’re interested when you register!

Register Now – Wilderness First Aid El Cerrito 

Seats are limited. Reserve your spot today and earn your Wilderness First Aid certification in El Cerrito!

📞 Call: 844-900-7233
📧 Email: info@safetytrainingpros.com