ORL 180 - Wilderness First Responder

    Recent Professors
    Shane Koskinen, Saylor Flett, Dana Flett, Abigail Polsby
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2024, Summer 2024, Spring 2024
    Class Size
    21–30 students
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ORL 180
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Students will learn to respond to medical emergencies in the backcountry. This course focuses on identifying symptoms and providing treatments in the backcountry given minimal first aid resources. An emphasis is placed on methods for improvising and problem solving during medical emergencies. Successful completion of the class satisfies protocols from the Wilderness Medical Society and includes certification as a Wilderness First Responder through Sierra Rescue.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun, Thu Fri Sat Sun 8:00am–9:35am, Thu Fri Sat Sun 9:40am–4:10pm, Tue 6:00pm–8:50pm