Wilderness First Responder (80 Hrs.)

Wilderness First Responder - 80 hours

Audience:

Rescuers who specialize in decision-making, evacuation, and transport in a remote or wilderness setting. Suitable for those who work in remote emergency services, remote worksites, ski patrol, search and rescue etc.

Environment:

·        Challenging environments with varied terrain and risk levels

·        They are responding as part of a designated team in a targeted capacity where survival may be compromised

Planned Trip: Targeted rescue

Care: Participants learn skills and strategies for urgent evacuation and, at times, extended care (5+ days)

Key Learning Concepts:

·        Leadership skills

·        Expectation to provide care

·        Use of professional tool kit and resources

·        Extrication and rescue decision- making

Take Home Materials:

·        Wilderness & Remote Field Guide

·        Emergency Care for Professional Responders reference text

·        Emergency Care for Professional Responders Workbook (optional)