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Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Training in ASL

March 6 @ 8:00 am - March 8 @ 1:00 pm EST

Join CorpsTHAT for a hands-on, 2.5-day Wilderness First Aid (WFA) training conducted entirely in American Sign Language (ASL). This course is tailored for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, interpreters, and outdoor enthusiasts who want to acquire life-saving skills for wilderness settings. Participants will learn:

• Patient assessment and first aid for common wilderness illnesses and injuries
• Evacuation decision-making based on patient condition and available resources
• Scenario-based, practical exercises to build confidence in outdoor emergencies
Training is led by Deaf outdoor instructors with Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification, ensuring an accessible and inclusive learning environment.

Admission Fees:
• $250 – WFA Certification only (no CEUs)
• $300 – WFA Certification + 2.1 CEUs
• $250 – WFA Certification + CEUs for participants also registered for the Wilderness Medicine Series: 3-Workshop Package

-Course taught in ASL by Deaf instructors
-CEU materials and instruction are fully accessible

 

For accommodations, questions, or additional access needs (CART, interpreters, etc.), contact info@corpsthat.org

REGISTER HERE

 

Flyer Description: The flyer features a scenic outdoor wilderness background with hikers and first aid icons overlaid. Bold text highlights “Wilderness First Aid Training in ASL” and the dates March 6–8, 2026. Additional callouts indicate Deaf-led instruction, CEUs, and registration info.

 

Additional Details:
• WFA certification is valid for 2 years
• 2.1 CEUs available for professional interpreters
• Customized WFA or outdoor-interpreting specialized training can be arranged by emailing info@corpsthat.org

Details

  • Start: March 6 @ 8:00 am EST
  • End: March 8 @ 1:00 pm EST

Organizer

  • CorpsTHAT
  • Phone 202-650-0838
  • Email
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