What is wilderness first aid

Camera William Woodward. Wilderness First Aid Duration 16 hours. Course Dates courses Dates From. Full, Waitlist Available Enroll Now. Enroll Now. Jun 7, — Jun 8, Show all dates. Remote First Aid - 20 hours. Audience: Suitable for individuals who live or work in non-urban, remote or wilderness workplaces or communities. Environment: Remote workplaces or communities 2 or more hours from organized health care Wilderness less than 3 hours from organized health care.

Care: Participants learn skills and strategies for providing care in a remote setting for up to 24 hours. Key Learning Concepts: Planning, prevention, and situational awareness Wound care Environmental emergencies. Environment: Wilderness 3 or more hours from organized health care Challenging environments with varied risk levels. Care: Participants learn skills and strategies for providing extended care overnight to a few days.

Key Learning Concepts: Prevention; health and wellness of the group Leadership skills Assessment Extended care and decision-making around additional supports required. Find a Class. Find Classes. First Aid, Health and Safety for Coaches. Topics in this course include: Checking an unconscious adult or athlete Management of asthma Recognition, prevention and management of heat-related illnesses.