American Red Cross course designed for hikers and hike leaders, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who works or spends time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. Based on the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines, this course aligns with OSHA’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs.
This course is heavily discounted for volunteers who commit to participating in at least two volunteer opportunities (hike leader, trail ambassador, or trail work) for FSPW during your certification period. (Current price is the subsidized rate, no further discounts apply)
2 year certification
Digital certificate available upon successful completion of course
Course length: 16 hours
Topics include
- Primary and Secondary Assessments
- Head/Brain, Neck and Spinal Injuries
- Heat-Related Emergencies
- Hypothermia
- Altitude-Related Illnesses
- Allergies and Anaphylaxis
- Burns
- Bone and Joint Injuries
- Wounds and Wound Infection
Materials
Wilderness and Remote First Aid Emergency Reference Guide and Pocket Guide
Purchase AND READ this book before attending the class. Price not included in course registration.
