WFA For Educators
Prepared, calm, and capable—when kids are in your care
Details
A hands-on Wilderness First Aid course built for educators and youth-focused outdoor professionals—practical skills, realistic scenarios, and the confidence to respond when kids are in your care. Dates: June 6-7 Where: Gray, ME Best For: All genders - educators, outdoor educators, recreation professionals, youth program leaders *Yes, you can renew your WFR at this course! If you work with kids outdoors—on school grounds, trails, playing fields, or in backcountry-adjacent spaces—you know emergencies don’t always look textbook. Help may be delayed, resources are limited, and you’re often responsible not just for an injured child, but for an entire group. This Wilderness First Aid course is designed specifically for people who work with youth, blending practical medical skills with real-world decision-making. Rather than focusing on high-level expedition medicine, this training centers on the kinds of scenarios educators and recreation professionals actually encounter: falls, fractures, cuts & scrapes, allergic reactions, environmental exposure, illness, and group management during an incident. You’ll learn how to assess situations, care for a patient over time, and decide when and how to escalate care—while staying calm, supporting kids emotionally, and managing the rest of the group. Through hands-on practice, scenario-based learning, and guided discussion, this course builds practical skills, sound judgment, and confidence for educators and professionals responsible for youth in outdoor or active settings—so you’re prepared to respond thoughtfully and effectively when it matters most. About Your Instructor: Courtney of Wild Maine Med is a Wilderness EMT, SOLO instructor, and experiential educator with 20+ years leading outdoor and international programs. EMT at 20, she’s worked 911 in Maine, trained 100+ in Indigenous communities, certified ~200 in WFA/WFR, and teaches hands-on courses that build skill and community. Sample Daily Flow: Each day combines short classroom sessions with hands-on skill labs, realistic scenarios, group problem-solving, and debriefs—so learning feels relevant, engaging, and immediately applicable to your work. What’s Included: - Wilderness First Aid & CPR Certifications - Instruction tailored to youth-focused settings - Hands-on skill practice and realistic scenarios - Course materials and field references What’s Not Included: - Transportation - Lodging - Meals Questions? Reach out to info@lupine-collective.com
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Cancellation Policy
1. Payment at Registration Full payment is required at the time of registration to secure your spot in the program. 2. Cancellations and Refunds If you need to cancel your registration, we ask for at least 14 days’ notice prior to the program start date to receive a refund. A 3% processing fee will be deducted from refunds issued via credit card. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations made within 14 days of the program start date. 3. Weather-Related Changes In the event of inclement weather, we will make every effort to reschedule the session. If rescheduling is not possible, you will receive a full refund for the cancelled day(s).
Contact Details
info@lupine-collective.com