Wilderness and Remote First Aid
Basic level of Wilderness & Remote First Aid that covers material in Standard First Aid & CPR, plus special material on techniques for wilderness and remote areas. Course also offers strategies for providing extended care for up to 24 hours. Part of the course is taught in an outdoor setting and requires greater physical activity and endurance than typical first aid training. Suitable for those who work or live in remote locations or who are outdoor recreation enthusiasts. (20 hours)
Course Content
Planning • Your health • Assessment • Airway emergencies • Breathing and circulation emergencies • Cardiac and respiratory arrest (includes CPR-C) • Wound care • Head and spine injuries • Bone, muscle and joint injuries • Sudden medical emergencies • Environmental emergencies • Poisons • Extended care • Evacuation: transporting the ill or injured person
Advanced Wilderness and Remote First Aid
Comprehensive first aid and CPR techniques for those who need a higher level of training to work and respond to emergencies in isolated or wilderness settings. Training is also suitable for those who act as guides or supervisors for groups of people. The course covers material in Standard First Aid & CPR, plus advanced strategies for providing extended care for more than 24 hours. Part of the course is taught in an outdoor setting and requires greater physical activity and endurance than typical first aid training. (40 hours)
Course Content
Planning • Your health • Assessment • Airway emergencies • Breathing and circulation emergencies • Cardiac and respiratory arrest (includes CPR-C) • Wound care • Head and spine injuries • Bone, muscle and joint injuries • Sudden medical emergencies • Environmental emergencies • Poisons • Extended care • Evacuation: transporting the ill or injured person
Helping Hands First Aid Training 