Wilderness First Aid. is a 16 hour course with a three year certificate. Adult CPR is a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED prerequisite. In order to become certified, participants must successfully demonstrate all skills, fully participate in practice scenarios, and score 80% or higher on the written exams. Some course content may not be appropriate for youth. Please contact the chapter at 703-527-3010, ext. 736 for assistance.
Course content includes: providing care when EMS is at a distance; emergency action steps - checking the scene, patient, and resources; contacting help; long term patient care; assessment and data recording; preventing disease transmission; prioritizing care; treatment of injuries such as: wounds, head and spinal injuries; extremity and abdonminal injuries; sudden illnesses; major bites and stings; tther types of back country concerns; executing a plan and deciding to evacuate.
Course Length: 16 hours
Cost; $110.00