Our Courses and Instructors are certified by the Wilderness First Aid and Safety Association of British Columbia
Wilderness First Aid From A Leadership Perspective
As educators, guides or leaders, there are certain "essentials" everyone should have.
Wilderness areas present complex risks requiring the advanced situation management skills of a prepared leader. In this program, you will learn how to improvise and use medical supplies while carrying out evacuation plans.
Your training will provide you with comprehensive skills to manage injuries caused by force as well as environmental injuries and illnesses.
This course is ideal for people running day trips or working as an assistant guide in conjunction with a lead guide possessing Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification.
Capabilities
This course can be and has been tailored for special groups including
- Ocean Kayaking Guides addressing paddling injuries, ocean related trauma and sickness, plant, marine animal and fish related problems.
- Climbing Guides dealing with falls and environmental injuries.
- Trekking Guides addressing exotic insect, reptile, animal interactions & diseases that are uncommon to North Americans.
- River Rafting Guides dealing with freshwater related injuries and environmental conditions.
- Hunting and Fishing Guides addressing gunshots, trauma and environmental conditions.
- Forestry and Mining Workers dealing with chainsaw and equipment related injuries.
- Ocean Cruising dealing with extended care, ocean related
injuries and medical conditions.
Code: WFA02
Length: 56 Hours
Prerequisite:
19
years of age
Cost: $450 CAN or $420 US
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