EMS 114 01 - Wilderness Advanced First Aid

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Wilderness Advanced First Aid (EMS 114)

Term: 2019-2020 Spring

Schedule

Fri-Sat-Sun, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM (3/20/2020 - 3/22/2020) Location: MAIN RIVER 509

Description

This course is an entry-level course designed for professionals working in significantly remote settings for days or weeks. Wilderness Advanced First Aid is comprehensive medical training designed for remote professionals or wilderness leaders who venture into remote and challenging environments. Wilderness medicine differs significantly from standard first aid courses and other training that are oriented toward urban environments. This course teaches how to manage medical emergencies when hospitals and rescue services may not be available for an extensive time period, and prepares students for emergency situations that involve prolonged patient care, severe environments, and improvised equipment. Successful completion of this course may lead to certification from Wilderness Medical Associates in Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) or Wilderness First Aid (WFA). Prerequisite: ADV119 Wilderness Expedition Skills or instructor approval