Description:

This course is designed for scouts and scout leaders, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who works or spends time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. Based on the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines, this course aligns with OSHA’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs.

Prerequisites:

Must be at least 14 years old and hold current Adult CPR/AED certification, 2-year certification

Wilderness First Aid Course Length:

2 days | 16 hours

Saturday, February 15: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (1 Hour Lunch from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm)

Sunday, February 16: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (1 Hour Lunch from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm)

Optional CPR Course Add-on:

Saturday, February 15: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Topics included in the course:

Primary and Secondary Assessments

Head/Brain, Neck and Spinal Injuries

Heat-Related Emergencies

Hypothermia

Altitude-Related Illnesses

Allergies and Anaphylaxis

Burns

Bone and Joint Injuries

Wounds and Wound Infection