Wilderness First Aid Course

This course is provided by Fall Line River School. Any inquires can be directed to Karl Schmidt at falllineriverschool@gmail.com.

Link to register: https://www.falllineriverschool.com/service-page/wilderness-first-aid-cpr-aed-1?referral=service_list_widget

Course: Wilderness First Aid + CPR/AED
Length: 2 Consecutive days
Dates: April 4 – 5
Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm each day
Price: $250
Class Size: 8 minimum – 24 maximum

The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR/AED course is intended for the outdoor enthusiast, coaches, guides, international travelers, and people who work/live in remote settings who want more than what an urban first aid course provides. WFA is a great introduction to learning wilderness medicine and basic life support skills. This training focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment of environmental illnesses, recognizing and stabilizing life threats caused by trauma, and managing a wilderness emergency.

The WFA course is 16 hours and primarily outdoors. We emphasize scenarios and hands-on practice during the course. Hands-on practice is crucial for skill retention and building confidence. Expect a valuable and engaging learning experience! We prioritize hands-on scenarios and practice, so wear clothes that can get dirty and come prepared to actively participate.

Students completing the course will receive a Wilderness First Aid certification from Sierra Rescue International and an OSHA-approved CPR/AED certification from American CPR Training. Attendance doesn’t guarantee certification. Participation and skill demonstration required.

Sierra Rescue International Wilderness First Aid Certification is valid for 3 years.

American CPR Training CPR/AED is valid for 2 years. Includes adult, child, and infant.

Sierra Rescue International Wildness First Aid skills and techniques are according to practice guidelines established by the Wilderness Medical Society as outlined in the Wilderness Medical Society Practice Guidelines.

Note: Once you have registered for a course, we’ll send you a confirmation email and a course details pack. Course details will include our liability waiver and release form, medical history form, course outline, packing list, meeting times and locations, and instructor contact information.

Topics:
– Wilderness protocols
– Scene safety
– Patient assessment
– Trauma management
– Environmental emergencies
– Epinephrine administration
– Respiratory emergencies
– Medical emergencies

What We Provide:
– Course field guide and pen
– Personal barrier masks and gloves
– First aid supplies
– Outdoor equipment
– CPR manikins