Advanced First Aid

This advanced first aid is the assessment of, and treatment given to an ill or injured person in any environment where definitive care is less than one hour away.  This course covers the types of injuries and illnesses encountered by folks who are active in the outdoors.  It will emphasize the assessment, treatment, and prevention injuries and medical conditions.  We will cover the immediate actions taken to assess a scene, determine MOI, stabilize a trauma patient, stabilization of bone and joint injuries, wound care, and issues such as dehydration, respiratory distress, and traumatic brain injuries.  

If you are a NICA or ACA coach, this course covers all the requirements for gaining or maintaining certification as a L2 or L3 coach.