Outdoor First Aid

Course Information

The Outdoor Activity First Aid course is designed for all clients who have an involvement in outdoor-based activities involving remote care and longer term casualty assistance. This course takes elements of the Sports and Activity First Aid and adds specific injuries and illnesses one may encounter for water-based, mountainous and changeable outdoor environments. Suitable for outdoor leaders and coaches in both the voluntary and private sector.

This course will provide participants with the opportunity to gain fundamental knowledge and skills in order to recognise and manage common injuries sustained in activities and provide immediate non-emergency care

The course covers the content of Emergency First Aid and, as such, the course will meet the recommendations of the Health and Safety Executive for training emergency aid to the appointed person.

The initial course is delivered over a minimum of 2 days (16 contact hours).

Course Specification

Content and Materials

Student Materials Includes:
• Essential Skills Guide
• Successful Completion Card
• Emergency Plan & Guidance Card
• Wall Certificate
• Course Evaluation and Statement of Understanding Form

Hands-on Skill Practice

Students will practice the essential skills in small groups and will apply these skills in scenario sessions during the course.

Assessment

Students are assessed throughout the course by instructor observation of the essential skills. There is also a summative assessment of knowledge and skills at the end of this course.