Wilderness First Aid
When:
Saturday, Jan 26, 2019 9:00a -
Sunday, Jan 27, 2019 5:00p
Saturday, Jan 26, 2019 9:00a -
Sunday, Jan 27, 2019 5:00p
Where:
Camp Nihan at Breakheart Reservation
131 Walnut St
Saugus, MA 01906
Admission:
$195
Categories:
Lectures & Conferences, Sports & Active Life
Event website:
https://www.bostonoutdoorschool.com/calendar/2019/1/26/wilderness-first-aid
Length: 16 hours
Teacher: SOLO Wilderness Medical Training
REGISTER
Duration: 2 days, 9am-5pm each day
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Cost: $195
Certification: 2 year nationally recognized certification.
Age Restriction: minimum age is 14
Description:
Accidents happen. People get hurt, sick, or lost. The temperature drops, the wind picks up, and it starts to rain. Would you know what to do? Many backcountry emergencies are preventable, and even when bad things happen, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse. By learning a few basic skills, you can make the difference between a good outcome and a bad one-and maybe even save a life.
WHO IS THE WFA FOR?
The WFA is the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip leader who wants a basic level of first aid training for short trips with family, friends, and outdoor groups. It also meets the ACA guidelines.
WHAT IS TAUGHT?
The WFA is 16 hours long (two days), and focuses on the basic skills of: Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental Emergencies, Survival Skills, Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies.
WHERE AND WHEN IS IT HELD?
The WFA is held around the world throughout the year. See Schedule.
IS THERE AN EXAM?
Yes, there is ongoing evaluation of practical skills, and there are written assessments throughout the course.
DO I GET CERTIFIED?
Yes. You will receive a SOLO WFA certification, which is good for two years.
DOES THE WFA COUNT AS CONTINUING EDUCATION?
The WFA may give continuing ed credits (depending on the specific requirements for your certification) and is approved for recertifying SOLO’s Wilderness First Responder program.
Source:: bostonoutdoorschool.com
Posted in Medicine, Leadership, Community
Tagged medicine in the woods, woods safety, wilderness safety, medical emergency in nature, wilderness medical knowledge
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