ITC Certificate in Outdoor First Aid (R084 04)

Course Overview

Interactive hands-on training is the hallmark of this course, designed for all those working in remote locations in the British Isles. Training and scenarios are based on being more than several minutes, and up to several hours from help or the rescue team arriving.

The course is composed of 2 units for assessment, although the content from both units is typically delivered together, integrated throughout the course so that the course is relevant for, and aimed at, the outdoor worker from the moment candidates walk through the door. Comparing and contrasting what is different in the urban context when appropriate, giving the first aider a clear understanding of their first aid roles in urban and outdoor settings.

ML, SPA, BCU, RYA, BOF, MIA, MIC etc.

First Aid for The Outdoor Environment

This qualification has been developed with the support of the SQA for the requirements of the worker or practitioner in Scotland’s outdoor environment. It is suitable for workers in the forests or glens of the Highlands & Islands and will maintain the license to practice for those with Outdoor National Governing Body Instructor awards.

This course is recognised THROUGHOUT THE UK (Cornwall to Caithness), is used by many who are based abroad and is the course of choice for experienced practitioners who use the outdoors.

ITC External Accreditation

This qualification is accredited by the SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority). It is built by combining 2 mandatory units of assessment in one coherent training package. This is the only Outdoor First Aid qualification that is externally regulated and meets the standards to appear upon a national qualifications framework.

– Unit 1 Emergency First Aid Skills (U081 04): This unit can lead to a qualification suitable for Emergency First Aid at Work (HSE) purposes and this additional certificate will be provided by request at then end of the course delivery.

– Unit 2 First Aid for Outdoor Incident Management (U422 04): Completion of this unit content leads to the ITC Certificate in Outdoor First Aid qualification.

Course Duration

  1. 2 Days (2 x 8 Hours)

Course Price

  1. Individual – £120.00
  2. Group of 12 – POA
  3. Prices include all training staff, course materials, handbook, certificates of achievement, post course support and No VAT to add. Group prices do not include travel expenses or the cost of food & accommodation if required.

Package

  1. Interactive hands on practical training
  2. Easy to follow individual course booklet
  3. Convenient midweek or weekend courses
  4. Certificate valid for 3 years

Course Content

  1. Vital Signs – breathing, level of consciousness, temperature, colour
  2. Incident Management – a systematic approach to managing first aid incidents
  3. Airway Management – causes and treatment of unconscious collapse
  4. Breathing Problems – choking
  5. Circulation Problems – Internal bleeding, external bleeding and treatment for shock
  6. Treatment of injury: head, spine, chest, abdomen, pelvis, leg & arm and remote improvisation techniques
  7. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Drowning
  8. Hypothermia and Hyperthermia
  9. Common Illnesses – angina, heart attack, asthma, diabetes and epilepsy
  10. Awareness of current regulations
  11. Safe best practice

Course Dates

  1. Date – 9th – 10th July 2011
    Time – 0900 – 1800
    Location – South Dartmoor
  2. Date – 13th – 14th August 2011
    Time – 09:00 – 18:00
    Location – South Dartmoor
  3. Date – 17th – 18th September 2011
    Time – 0900 – 1800
    Location – South Dartmoor
  4. Date – 15th – 16th October 2011
    Time – 09:00 – 18:00
    Location – Lackham Chippenham
  5. Date – 22nd – 23rd October 2011
    Time – 09:00 – 18:00
    Location – South Dartmoor
  6. Date – 3rd – 4th November 2011
    Time – 09:00 – 18:00
    Location – South Dartmoor
  7. Date – 26th – 27th November 2011
    Time – 09:00 – 18:00
    Location – South Dartmoor
  8. Date – 17th – 18th December 2011
    Time – 0900 – 1800
    Location – South Dartmoor
  9. Date – 14th – 15th January 2012
    Time – 0900 – 1800
    Location – South Dartmoor
  10. Date – 18th – 19th February 2012
    Time – 09:00 – 18:00
    Location – South Dartmoor
  11. Date – 10th – 11th March 2012
    Time – 09:00 – 18:00
    Location – South Dartmoor
  12. Date – 14th – 15th April 2012
    Time – 0900 – 1800
    Location – South Dartmoor

Delivery

Experienced professional trainers with an active professional interest in First Aid training, coming from a variety of working backgrounds understanding the specific needs of various outdoor environments. Trainers typically have a professional background in outdoor developmental work or be active practitioner. We are constantly updating their methods and materials keeping abreast of current best practice from around the world. Trainers typically have knowledge of your workplace and follow Health and Safety approved code of practice guidelines.

Revalidation

This certificate is revalidated by attending another Outdoor course in 3 years time.

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