Wilderness Survival Instructor

551 Students Enrolled

~~$395.00~~ $97.00 -75 %

info Last updated on 10 January, 2025 language English

info Last updated on 10 January, 2025

language English

Wilderness Survival Instructor

Online training, complete and accessible

Certified by 3 international accreditation bodies

Unlimited and lifetime access

You work at your own pace, from your computer, tablet or mobile

Access to a private forum

Interactives quizzes

30-day money-back guarantee

By Almaoasis

4.78 310 reviews

Wilderness Survival Instructor

~~$395.00~~ $97.00 -75 %

Overview

Course description

Discover the Wisdom of Wilderness Survival

Wilderness survival is about more than emergency skills; it’s a journey of reconnecting with nature and fostering a deep, reciprocal relationship with the land. This course draws on the ancient wisdom of indigenous cultures, teaching you to live in harmony with nature rather than seeing it as something separate. By embracing these survival skills, you’ll gain self-sufficiency and a profound respect for the natural world, reimagining your relationship with the earth in a meaningful way.

Cultivate Resilience and Harmony with Nature

Imagine a life where you feel at home in the wilderness, able to read the landscape, find your way by the stars, and secure food and water from the earth around you. In today’s fast-paced, industrialized society, wilderness survival skills offer a refreshing escape and a chance to reclaim self-reliance. This course provides you with the tools to reconnect with nature, master essential survival skills, and rediscover a balanced, symbiotic relationship with the environment.

A Comprehensive, Hands-On Curriculum

Our course covers the foundations of wilderness survival through a blend of practical skills and ecological knowledge. You’ll learn to build shelters, navigate by the stars, forage for food, track animals, and perform essential wilderness first aid. Each module immerses you in a new aspect of survival, helping you develop the skills needed to thrive in the wild. By the end of the course, you’ll hold the certification to guide others in their journey to self-reliance and nature connection.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is ideal for anyone looking to deepen their connection to nature, whether you’re a hiker, outdoor enthusiast, or someone seeking relief from modern life’s pressures. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to learn and an openness to new experiences. As a certified Wilderness Survival Practitioner, you’ll be equipped to not only navigate the wild but also help others develop resilience, mindfulness, and a lasting respect for the natural world.

Course benefits

This course includes

Certified & Accredited Course

Study group access

10 audios

11 modules

Interactives quizzes

10 PDFs

Modules

Course syllabus

Module 1: THE STARTING POINT OF SURVIVALISM

This module aims to awaken your awareness of interdependence and enhance your ecological capacity. Develop the skills to guide others towards ecological consciousness through nature meditation. In this module, you will learn:

The importance of natural observation
The primary barrier to ecological capacity
The three elements of centring oneself
Disciplines and attitudes to sharpen your senses

Module 2: FINDING YOUR WAY

Module 2 will equip you with essential navigation techniques to ensure safety and confidence in wilderness environments. Within this module, you will learn about:

Forgotten knowledge in the celestial bodies
The celestial bodies and navigation
The celestial bodies and telling time
Compass basics
Map reading
The navigational wisdom of Native Pacific Islanders

Module 3: FIRE

Module 3 teaches you how to cultivate a fire using various methods tailored to different contexts and conditions, an essential skill for wilderness survival. You’ll learn about:

Fire basics
Advanced fire starters
Fuel sources
Firecraft
Mayan fire ceremony

Module 4: SURVIVAL SHELTERS

This module emphasizes the crucial skill of finding or building suitable shelter in emergency situations. Learn site selection and constructing efficient survival shelters using natural and locally available materials to ensure your safety in the wilderness. In this module, you will delve into:

Picking a site
Shelter essentials
Natural shelters
Easy to build survival shelters
Cold-climate shelters
A wattle and daub quick-shelter

Module 5: WATER

Module 5 focuses on locating water indicators, procuring, treating, and storing water—essential skills for survival. Since the human body can only survive a maximum of three days without water, these techniques are critical. In this module, you will study:

Natural water indicators
Location of common water sources
Gathering and treating water for safe consumption
Storing and conserving water for extended survival situations
The use of donkeys in the Wayuu Region of Columbia and Venezuela

Module 6: FOOD SOURCES

Module 6 explores the myth of scarcity in nature, identifying edible food sources, and prioritizing nutrition. Learn to find flowers, plants, herbs, berries, nuts, animals, insects, and mushrooms in the wilderness. Key learning points include:

The original affluent society of hunters and gatherers
How to know if something is edible or not
Key nutrients your body needs
Edible food sources such as Flowers, plants, berries, herbs and mushrooms
The annual mushroom gathering of the Mayan Quiche

Module 7: CLIMATE, WEATHER, AND TRAVEL

Module 7 delves into understanding different climates, safe travel techniques, and weather forecasting. This module aims to increase knowledge in:

Climate
Various forms of travel on land and water
Whether forecasting via nature
The aboriginal people of Simpson Desert

Module 8: TRACKING, HUNTING, FISHING, AND TRAPPING

Tracking differs from merely locating wild animals. Unlike modern hunters using advanced technology, in a survival situation, you’ll rely on skills akin to early Native Americans. This module focuses on:

The fundamentals of tracking, trapping and hunting
Preparing your game and catch
The desert wolves

Module 9: WILDERNESS HEALTH AND FIRST AID

Module 9 covers wilderness health and first aid. Prioritizing prevention, we explore common health issues and medicinal plants for wilderness pharmacies. You will learn:

- Common medicinal plants and herbs
- First aid responses for accidents
- Common health problems in the wild and how to deal with them
- Kits for survival

Module 10: THE MASTERS OF WILDERNESS SURVIVAL

In our final module, we’ll explore how indigenous civilizations view wilderness survival as an everyday art, rooted in a deep territorial relationship with the land. We’ll examine the concept of territory versus property as well as practical examples from various indigenous livelihoods, including:

Desert peoples
Arctic peoples
Jungles peoples
Ocean peoples

Certification

Our certifications are internationally recognized

Our certificates are accredited by IPHM (International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine), CMA (The Complementary Medical Association), and the CPD (Centre of Excellence), which means that they have been assessed and recognized internationally.

Institution Information

Meet your course creator

Almaoasis

Specialization

Sustainable Living

Courses

Self-Sufficiency Certification

Urban Agriculture Certification

Permaculture Design Course

Wilderness Survival Instructor

Sylvotherapy Practitioner Certification

Alma Oasis was created in 2023, brought to life from the shared vision of two individuals captivated by the beauty and mystery of daily life but also by the climate problems and unmet solutions in our society. Our vision is to inspire the environmentally curious and encourage change in individual behaviors to have a positive impact on the earth, however large or small. ‘Alma’ means the soul, reflecting the essence of our being and ‘Oasis’ signifies a flourishing ecosystem in an otherwise arid world. Together, Alma Oasis represents the harmonious coexistence of the human spirit and nature, a place where individuals learn to thrive on a constantly evolving planet.

Reviews

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Wilderness Survival Instructor

I am finding this course very interesting. Helping to further my knowledge in skills needed

03 March, 2025

Mark W.

Student

Pleased with the content

I have extensive knowledge of wilderness survival in my own area, however, learning about the Arctic and Jungle people gave me the interest to pursue learning more about the different climates and areas unknown to me. Honestly, the first module I found uninteresting and struggled to pay attention to it as it seemed frivolous and did not encourage me to continue. I powered through, though, and was much relieved to find more tangible content from there on out. on the whole it was very informative and I loved doing the practical assignments. I have never made char cloth or used a bowdrill or friction method before!

21 February, 2025

Renee E.

Student

Better than I expected

Actually learning something

19 February, 2025

Renee E.

Student

Wilderness Survival Instructor

I appreciate the holistic approach to survival in nature

13 February, 2025

blake n.

Student

This does not qualify you to be an instructor

If anyone tries to teach others with this information it would be irresponsible. This course gives very basic skills and suggestions to develop BASIC survival skills. Any notion this course prepares you to teach other is completely misleading. The only reason it was not given 1 star is because it does have great basic information for general enthusiasts and active hikers.

31 January, 2025

Jacob M.

Student

Broad and specific

This course offeres extremely broad advice and then at times offers very specific, geographic and ecosystem related tips. IT feels at times like they were just trying to fill the gaps. There is good information available but i would not recommend this course.

31 January, 2025

Jacob M.

Student

Good Content but..

I just find this sort of thing would be best in an actual hands on setting. Of course i have to go out and try these things but still find it hard to grasp some of the pictures being painted. That being siad this course is giving a good foundation to move forward and develop my skills.

27 January, 2025

Jacob M.

Student

Great Refresher!!!

I learned all this and more from my grandfather as a kid. We put it into action many times. This has been a great way to connect with that knowledge to be more prepared to pass it on. Thanks!

17 January, 2025

Chad B.

Student

MOLTO POSITIVA

08 January, 2025

Francesco M.

Student

Good

Pretty Basic, and lots more research needed for each topic before I can actually be an 'instructor' but a great overview.

04 January, 2025

Marie C.

Student

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If I need help with the course, can I ask a question?

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Are there any trips or workshops required?

No, the entire course takes place online. There are no trips or workshops required. You study independently and at your own pace. You can download the course modules and audio files to listen to them wherever you are. If you have any questions, you can ask them on the forum.

How am I assessed during the course?

Each course includes several modules. At the end of each module, a quiz is provided to assess your learning. The numerous practical activities also allow you to apply the knowledge you have gained. At the end of the course, you must take a final online exam in the form of a multiple-choice questionnaire to validate your training. A minimum score of 80% is required. If you do not achieve 80%, you can retake the exam at any time. However, we recommend reviewing the course beforehand.

Are there any prerequisites?

There are no prerequisites or minimum educational level required. All our courses have been carefully designed to be accessible to as many people as possible. You can study from a computer, tablet, or smartphone. If your internet connection is unstable, we recommend downloading the PDF modules and audio files to access them offline whenever you want. However, you will need an internet connection to complete the quizzes and take the final exam.

Do I receive a certificate at the end of the course?

You will receive a paper certificate if you ordered it during your registration. Otherwise, you can also order it later from your student portal under the "Certificates" section, or download it for free in PDF format.

Are the certifications officially recognized?

The professions for which our courses prepare you are part of the unregulated occupations in most countries. This means there is no official recognition. However, local regulations may vary. We recommend that you inquire with the relevant authorities.