Wilderness First Aid Wilderness Medical Society (USA) - to print
Course Description
People who travel, work, recreate, or live in the wilderness and other remote areas must expect that, sooner or later, they will have to deal with an injury or medical problem. Wilderness First Aid: Emergency Care for Remote Locations provides comprehensive information about how to deal with medical emergencies when help is hours – even days – away.
The information and practical sessions in the Wilderness First Aid course will provide you with the “what to look for's” and the “what to do's” needed to cope successfully with injury and illness.
Course Length
4 Days (2 days classroom sessions & 2 days on-location)
Course Content
Introduction to Wilderness First Aid Risk Assessment Management Wound Care Improvisation Medical Emergency & Allergies Physical & Environmental Hazards Emergency Search Plan Triage & Emergency Procedures Casualty Evacuation Hot & Cold Emergencies Group Scenarios
Course Size
12-16 students
Assessment
Skills Assessment: On-going assessment Written Assessment: 40 Multiple Choice Questions
Accreditation
Emergency Care and Safety Institute – Wilderness Medical Society (USA) Wilderness First Aid Certificate
Certificate valid for
3 years
Materials
- Wilderness First Aid – Emergency Care for Remote Locations 3rd Edition - ECT-HK outdoor first aid waist pack
Prerequisites
Valid National Safety Council (NSC) – Standard First Aid Certificate or equivalent
Course Fee
HKD 7,800 per student (including all materials and refreshments)
Course Schedule
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2012 June 7th 8th 14th and 15th from 08.30am-5.00pm Day 1 & 2 at ECT Training Centre, Day 3 & 4 overnight at remote location
