Wilderness First Aid [20h]
The Dept. of Geography is organizing two 20 hour Wilderness First Aid course in April.
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The next 40 hour ADVANCED Wilderness First Aid courses will be at a Montreal Sports Club on Nov 2-3, 9-10. The instructor will be from .
A minimum of 7 committed participants is required to run a course.
If we have fewer than 7 participants before the course, the group will have the option of paying slightly more per person, so the course goes ahead.
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Training and topics. [+ EHS doesn't have the full description of SIRIUS 40h course]
- CPR and AED cardiac defibrilation.
- First Aid treatment of injuries - basics and specifics for remote locations.
- Assessing and stabilizing injuries in preparation for emergency evacuation.
- 3 - 4 outdoor simulations near Burnside Hall.
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Certification and first aid books will be provided.
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Some research grants cover the cost of Wilderness First Aid training, so ask your supervisors.
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Cost. The cost per participant is unknown to EHS
Location of course. Sports club, ask Sirius for details
To register: 40h Advanced Wilderness First Aid on Nov 2-3 and Nov 9-10:
For additional information, Please contact
Feel free to contact me for more info. Tell your friends about the course. Stay safe.
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Sincerely,
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Paula
Technician
Dept. of Geography
Cel. 438-929-4493
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