WAFA Recertification

Keep your wilderness medical skills sharp. This course recertifies current WAFA holders, reviewing patient assessment, critical systems and field treatment through hands-on scenarios.

Taught in Canmore by Green Tongue Adventures under WMA International.

What to Expect

• Review of patient assessment, CPR/AED, musculoskeletal injuries, environmental medicine and wound care
• Scenario-based practice and skills labs
• Pass/fail evaluation based on practical simulations and a written exam

What’s Included

• Certified WMA International (Wilderness Medical Associates) instructor
• Course manual and training equipment
• WMA International certification on successful completion (valid three years)
• CPR certification

Course Details

• Daily schedule: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Location: Canmore – 1350 Railway Ave, Unit 100
• Prerequisite: current or recently expired WAFA certification (confirm eligibility before booking)
• Requirements: 100% attendance is mandatory
• Minimum age: 16

Upcoming Dates

• Nov 17–19, 2026

What to Bring

• Notebook and pen
• Clothing for indoor and outdoor scenarios in any weather (warm layers, rain jacket, toque, gloves)
• Sturdy footwear
• Packed lunch, snacks and a refillable water bottle
• Any personal medication

Why We Love It

A focused, scenario-heavy refresh that gets you current again without repeating the full course — perfect for guides heading into a new season.