Wilderness First Aid

This two-day, 16 hour course is designed for folks who travel far away from medical services. If you hunt, fish, hike, paddle, or ride in remote areas, the skills in this class will help you prepare for, avoid, and manage emergencies in the wilderness. The Wilderness First Aid instructors have years of experience as professional outdoor guides, Emergency Medical Technicians, and educators, making this course rich with knowledge and highly engaging.

Curriculum:
-Medical/legal considerations
-Patient assessment system
-Major and minor trauma
-Medical issues in the backcountry
-Environmental hazards
-Communication
-Moving patients
-Documentation

In addition to a 16 hour Wilderness First Aid certification, this course features a Cal-OSHA approved First Aid/CPR certification, and a California Epinephrine Auto-Injector Administration Certification.