Level 3 Outdoors First Aid 16h (Inc Scouts First Response certification)

Level 3 Outdoors First Aid (16 hrs) meets Scout & NGB reqs for adventurous activities in remote settings. Essential skills for leaders Event booking required on external site (Choose On-site payment option to recieve payment invoice) Book here Cost: £60 (reduced from £118 - This course includes a recognised Level 3 Outdoors First Aid 16h qualification) Meets First Aid needs for Scout adventurous activity permits & various National Governing Body (NGB) qualifications. Calling all Scout leaders & NGB qualification holders (paddlesport, mountaineering, cycling, orienteering, caving)! Need advanced first aid? Our 16-hour Level 3 Outdoor First Aid course provides essential skills for managing incidents in outdoor & remote environments. This in-depth course goes beyond standard first aid, tackling specific challenges in adventurous activities. Gain hands-on experience dealing with injuries & illnesses when leading groups outdoors. This course meets the minimum content for: • British Canoeing: Coaches, Leaders & Guides (moderate/advanced environments) • Mountain Training UK & Ireland: RCI, RCDI, LL, H&ML, ML, WML, MCI, WMCI, BMG holders. • British Cycling: Mountain Bike Leader Level 2 & 3. • British Orienteering: Coaches (relevant areas/environments). • British Caving Association: Local Cave & Mine Leader, Cave Instructor Certificate holders. • Scout Leaders: With adventurous activity Leadership permits. Across 16 hours, we'll cover vital topics, including: • Incident Management: Systematic approach for outdoor incidents. • Casualty Assessment: Advanced techniques for prioritising casualties in challenging settings. • CPR & AED: Adult & child resuscitation, including Automated External Defibrillator use. • Catastrophic Bleeding Management: Effective haemorrhage control. • Shock Management: Understanding & treating different types of shock. • Head, Neck & Spinal Injuries: Recognition & safe management in remote locations. • Fractures, Dislocations & Soft Tissue Injuries: Advanced splinting & bandaging. • Environmental Emergencies: Hypothermia, hyperthermia, heatstroke & other weather-related issues. • Medical Conditions: Recognising & managing common outdoor emergencies (asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetes). • Improvisation & Remote First Aid: Using available resources in challenging situations. • Legal & Ethical Considerations: Your responsibilities as a first aider. • Communication & Teamwork: Effective communication with casualties & rescue teams. What to Expect: This is a highly practical & engaging course with realistic scenarios, hands-on exercises & discussions to build your confidence & competence. Our experienced instructors offer expert guidance throughout. By course end, you'll be able to: • Respond confidently to various first aid emergencies outdoors. • Apply a systematic approach to incident management & casualty care. • Administer CPR & use an AED safely & effectively. • Manage severe bleeding, shock & other life-threatening conditions. • Recognise & manage common injuries & illnesses in adventurous activities. • Use improvisation techniques when standard equipment is unavailable. • Understand your legal & ethical duties as an outdoor first aider. Don't be caught off guard by a first aid emergency. Gain the crucial skills to keep yourself & others safe on your outdoor adventures. Course Details: Duration: 16 hours (typically two days). Certification: Nationally recognised Level 3 Award in First Aid for Outdoor Activities. Meets requirements for: Scout Adventurous Activities permits & various NGB qualifications (as listed above).