Wilderness First Responder Refresher Course (WRC)

Provider: Colorado Mountain College – Spring Valley Campus
Course Dates: April 25, 2026 - April 26, 2026
Course Location:
3000 County Road 114
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
Course Cost: $350.00

Course Info

DMM’s hybrid Wilderness First Responder Recertification Course (WRC) refreshes the basics, delivers the latest peer-reviewed best practices and industry updates, reviews  industry case studies, all while providing a contextual scenario-based learning experience.

Course participants will build the confidence to respond to an emergency and manage patients requiring prolonged field care.

Students must have a current WFR certification from DMM or another provider who follows the certification guidelines set forth by the Wilderness Medicine Education Collaborative (WMEC). Click here for more information on recertification and whether your certification is eligible for a DMM WRC.  

What is a hybrid course?

Your Hybrid WFR Recertification consists of two parts: 

Online Section 

  • Approximately 8 hours of self-paced pre-course work
  • Available one month before the in-person section
  • Must be completed before the first day of in-person class
  • Included in the cost of the WFR Recertification course

In-person Class

  • 2 days in-person
  • Builds skills through realistic, hands-on scenario practice
  • CPR and AED included

Registration Information

This course is open to the public. To register for this course, please apply to Colorado Mountain College Admissions. Once accepted, you can then register for OUT-2045-SV01, 1 credits. The pre-course online section will open April 13th.

If you have questions or would like more information, please reach out to Matthew Johnson at [email protected] or call 970.947.8298.

Please note that due to the nature of this course being held through a college, tuition may vary based on your residency. Supplemental Course Charge: $202.73 (not including tuition)

In-District Tuition: $107/credit hour

In-State Tuition: $214/credit hour

Out-of-State Tuition: $545/credit hour

Western States/WUE: $321/credit hour

Questions?

We understand that a WFR course is a commitment of time and resources, and we want you to feel as prepared as possible. You can review topics covered and course outcomes here.  After signing up for a course, you’ll find information on how to prepare in your Student Dashboard. Until then, feel free to check out our FAQ page, email us at [email protected], or call us at 719-486-7260.

Private Courses

Have a large group that needs a wilderness medicine training? We will set up a private course for your group that focuses on scenarios you may commonly encounter, and that incorporates your medical and communication protocols. Please email [email protected] for more information.

 

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