Outdoor First Aid (16 hour) Course

  • first aid

  • 9 hrs

  • Up to 12 people
  • house-outline

    Edusports

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    St Neots, GB

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  • ticket-price
    From
    £140.00
    / adult
  • ticket-price
    From
    £140.00
    / child
  • Description

    Please note that this course is a 2 day course. The times will be from 8:30am to 5:30pm.





    Our next course is: Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th November 2024.

    This qualification meets the Outdoor First Aid (Level 3) requirements and the requirements for the first aid element of the expedition syllabus for the Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards.


    This course is delivered by our Instructor who is in active in the outdoor industry, running and leading a variety of outdoor sessions, including DofE expeditions and so has first hand experience of different situations. They are an experienced first aider.


    The OFA (Level 3) is great for all those who are in the outdoor industry, whether it be voluntary or paid. It is designed for outdoor professionals who work in rural or remote environments. It will enable you, as the learner and first aider, to undertake the role when emergency medical assistance could be more than 30 minutes away.


    It will provide you with the skills and knowledge to respond to a range of emergency outdoor situations including when and how to move a casualty, major illnesses and injuries, administering CPR and managing an unresponsive casualty.


    This qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of achievement.


    You must be a minimum of 16 years of age to participate in this course.


    The cost includes a manual and certificate in paper and electronic form.





    What to bring
    1. Notepad and pen
    2. Lunch
    3. Drinks
    4. Photographic ID


    Please ensure that you bring clothing that is suitable to the weather. This course will be taking place both inside and outside.


    Itinerary

    Timings for both days:

    Arrive 08:15

    Course start: 08:30

    Course finish: 17:30


    Please note, we will be taking some breaks throughout the morning and equally lunch throughout the day. These times will be flexible throughout the course.


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