The REC: M-F 6a-7p | Sa/Su 8a-5p
Pool closes 1 hour earlier
NorthREC: M-F 3p-7p | Sa/Su Closed
~Effective through Dec. 22, 2020; subject to change.~
Notice: Changes to Hours of Operation
Break Hours in Effect
As of Nov. 28, both the REC and NorthREC facilities are operating on Break Hours for the rest of the year. Visit rec.arizona.edu/hours-locations for the full schedule.
We are proud to announce the University of Arizona has partnered with Desert Mountain Medicine for all of our future Wilderness Medicine offerings.
Wilderness First Responder (WFR): Hybrid format consisting of a 30 hour self-paced, online instructional component, followed by a 50-hour in-person, practical component which takes place over five consecutive days. The WFR course is the industry standard for those professionals working in outdoor recreation or other remote settings.
Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WRC): Hybrid format consisting of 8 hours of self-paced, online instruction followed by two consecutive days in the classroom. This course recertifies a current WFR or WAFA with new updates in wilderness medicine assessments and treatments based on the best practices and new research, as well as updated industry protocols.
01.30.21 2-Day Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WRC)
Overview of Course Content:
- Wilderness Medicine Guidelines. •Psychological First Aid
- Wilderness Recreation Law & Liability. •Professional Incident Documentation.
- Wilderness Risk Management. •Incident Management.
- Wilderness Anaphylaxis. •Complex Traumatic Injuries.
- Genitourinary Issues. •Dislocations.
- Mental Health Illness. •Spine Injury Management
- Complex Environmental Medicine. •Vacuum Spine Board.
- Avalanche Burial Resucitation. •Complex Backcountry Medical Problems.
- Patient Assessment. •Basic Life Support.
- Backcountry Medication Management. •Airway Management & Adjuncts.
- Leadership & Critical Thinking During An Incident. •Professionally Calling a Rescue.
Hours: 24 Length: Self-paced online component + 2 days Certifications: WFR, WAT, CPR
CEU: A total of 17 continuing education credits (CEU) can be applied towards the National Component of the 2016 National Continued Competecny Program (NCCP) for the NREMT - EMT recertification.
Prerequisites
Must have a current WFR, WFR Refresher or AWFA/WAFA certification.
This course is best for self-motivated students individuals with good time management skills that have access to a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop and high-speed internet.
03.06.21 5-Day Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
Overview of Course Content:
- Urban vs Wilderness Medicine. •Basic vs Expedition First Aid Kits
- Wilderness Medicine Guidelines. •Improvised Litters.
- Wilderness Recreation Law & Liability. •Professional Incident Documentation.
- Wilderness Risk Management. •Micromedics.
- Wilderness Anaphylaxis. •Complex Traumatic Injuries.
- Genitourinary Issues. •Dislocations.
- Mental Health Illness. •Spine Injury Management
- Complex Environmental Medicine. •Vacuum Spine Board.
- Avalanche Burial Resucitation. •Complex Backcountry Medical Problems.
- Patient Assessment. •Basic Life Support.
- Backcountry Medication Management. •Airway Management & Adjuncts.
- Incident Management. •Backcountry Communication Devices.
- Leadership & Critical Thinking During An Incident. •Professionally Calling a Rescue.
- Complex Night Scenario Simulation. •Psychological First Aid
Hours: 80 Length: Self-paced online component + 5 days Certifications: WFR, WAT, CPR
CEU: A total of 17 continuing education credits (CEU) can be applied towards the National Component of the 2016 National Continued Competecny Program (NCCP) for the NREMT - EMT recertification.
Prerequisites
No prior experience required however this course is best for self-motivated students individuals with good time management skills that have access to a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop and high-speed internet.
05.17.21 5-day Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
Overview of Course Content:
- Urban vs Wilderness Medicine. •Basic vs Expedition First Aid Kits
- Wilderness Medicine Guidelines. •Improvised Litters.
- Wilderness Recreation Law & Liability. •Professional Incident Documentation.
- Wilderness Risk Management. •Micromedics.
- Wilderness Anaphylaxis. •Complex Traumatic Injuries.
- Genitourinary Issues. •Dislocations.
- Mental Health Illness. •Spine Injury Management
- Complex Environmental Medicine. •Vacuum Spine Board.
- Avalanche Burial Resucitation. •Complex Backcountry Medical Problems.
- Patient Assessment. •Basic Life Support.
- Backcountry Medication Management. •Airway Management & Adjuncts.
- Incident Management. •Backcountry Communication Devices.
- Leadership & Critical Thinking During An Incident. •Professionally Calling a Rescue.
- Complex Night Scenario Simulation. •Psychological First Aid
Hours: 80 Length: Self-paced online component + 5 days Certifications: WFR, WAT, CPR
CEU: A total of 17 continuing education credits (CEU) can be applied towards the National Component of the 2016 National Continued Competecny Program (NCCP) for the NREMT - EMT recertification.
Prerequisites
No prior experience required however this course is best for self-motivated students individuals with good time management skills that have access to a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop and high-speed internet.
Wilderness Medicine Refund Policy:
- Deadline for a full refund less $35 administrative fee is one month from the start of the in-person part of the course.
- No refunds within 1-month from the start of the in-person part of the course.
Important Information Regarding the Coronavirus Pandemic:
Registration for the Hybrid WFR course includes both the online and practical section. In the event that an individual is unable to meet in-person, or a practical section is canceled, course participants have the flexibility to transfer to another 5-day practical section as long as it is within 1-year of completing the online component.