First Aid and CPR Courses
What is First Aid and CPR?Wounded Bear Medicine offers First Aid and CPR courses focused on practical life-saving skills, patient assessment, and confident emergency response, taught by instructors with real-world wilderness and remote medicine experience.First Aid & CPR
4-8 Hour Courses Offered
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First Aid and CPR provides an introduction to basic life-saving skills.
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During this course, students will learn how to recognize signs and symptoms of a heart attack and learn how to provide CPR. They will also learn how to assess a patient in order to provide first aid care.
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Upon successful completion students will receive 2 year certification in First Aid & CPR. Certifications may be issued by either American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
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$95-150 person
Students in First Aid & CPR courses must be at least 18 years old to participate. No previous medical training is required.
Register for a First Aid and CPR Course in Wyoming or Idaho
Get CPR certified in just a few hours with American Heart Association (AHA) and American Red Cross CPR classes in Jackson, Wyoming, and Teton Valley, Idaho. Whether you need certification for work or simply want to be prepared for an emergency, our flexible training options—including in-person and blended learning courses—make it easy to gain life-saving skills.
Learn to respond confidently in critical situations with expert-led instruction in Jackson Hole and Teton Valley. Enroll today and be ready for the moments that matter!
Hybrid American Heart Association CPR Certification
Wounded Bear Medicine offers the in-person, hands-on skills session for your Standard or BLS CPR certification in Jackson, Wyoming, and Victor, Idaho. With our hybrid CPR training, you can complete the online knowledge portion at your own pace before scheduling a hands-on session with us to finalize your certification. Get certified on your schedule—contact us today to book your CPR skills session!
Heartsaver CPR AED Training in Jackson, WY & Victor, ID | 95.00
Looking for CPR and AED training in Jackson, Wyoming, or Victor, Idaho? Our Heartsaver CPR AED course is perfect for anyone with little or no medical training who needs a certification for work, OSHA compliance, or personal preparedness. Whether you're an outdoor guide, teacher, caregiver, or simply want to be ready for emergencies, this hands-on training gives you the skills to respond effectively.
Get certified in CPR and AED use with expert instruction in Jackson Hole and Teton Valley. Sign up today to meet job requirements and gain life-saving confidence!
HeartCode BLS Certification in Jackson WY & Eastern ID | 125.00
Looking for a flexible BLS certification option in Jackson, Wyoming, or Victor, Idaho? The American Heart Association’s (AHA) HeartCode BLS course offers a blended learning format, allowing you to complete the online portion at your own pace before attending an in-person hands-on skills session with a Wounded Bear Medicine AHA instructor. Perfect for healthcare providers, first responders, and those needing BLS certification, this course provides high-quality resuscitation training tailored to your schedule. Get certified in Jackson Hole or Teton Valley—sign up today to complete your HeartCode BLS training on your terms!
Custom/Private Courses
Location TBD
$95-150 per person
Schedule a custom or private CPR and First Aid course for your business, organization, or private group in Wyoming or Idaho. Wounded Bear Medicine offers flexible training options, including on-site and hybrid courses, to fit your schedule and certification needs.
Contact us today to arrange a tailored training session for your team!
Frequently Asked Questions
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A First Aid & CPR course teaches participants how to recognize medical emergencies, provide basic first aid, perform CPR, and use an AED to support a patient until professional care is available.
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First Aid & CPR training is appropriate for anyone who wants foundational emergency response skills, including workplace employees, outdoor recreationists, parents, educators, guides, and community members.
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Yes. First Aid & CPR courses are designed for participants with no prior medical background and focus on practical, easy-to-apply skills.
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First Aid & CPR focuses on managing emergencies in urban or front country settings where help is typically nearby, while Wilderness First Aid prepares participants for extended care and decision-making in remote environments with delayed access to medical services.
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First Aid & CPR may be sufficient for frontcountry or short-duration activities, but many outdoor employers and guiding operations require Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder training.
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Courses typically cover assessing a patient, bleeding control, CPR for adults and children, AED use, choking response, and common medical emergencies.
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Courses include hands-on practice but are not physically strenuous. Most participants with average mobility and fitness can participate comfortably.
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A Wounded Bear Medicine First Aid & CPR course certification is valid for one to two years before renewal is recommended.
All course content follows Wilderness Medicine Associates curriculum standards and emphasizes practical decision-making in remote environments.
Soap Notes
What’s the Difference Between Wilderness First Aid and Wilderness First Responder?
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