OUTDOOR FIRST AID
16 HOUR - 2 DAY COURSEOur Outdoor First Aid qualification is recognised by the majority of the Outdoor National Governing Bodies.
Outdoor First Aid Locations & Bookings
East Sussex Dates
Bushy Wood
Main Road
Hailsham
East Sussex
BN27 3LZ
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New cost as of January 2025 £165.00
30th & 31st October 2024
11th & 12th December 2024
23rd & 24th January 2025
13th & 14th March 2025
Accommodation
Camping is available at £5.00 per night.
Campervan serviced pitch at £18.00 per pitch plus £2.00 per person.
Email address for bookings is – reception@bushywood.org.uk
West Sussex & Hampshire Dates
Duncton Village Hall
Duncton
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 OJY
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£160.00 per person
£170.00 with camping
New cost as of January 2025 £165.00 or £175.00 with camping
6th & 7th November 2024
Order without camping £160.00
Order with one night of camping £170.00
15th & 16th January 2025
Order without camping £165.00
Order with one night of camping £175.00
5th & 6th March 2025
Order without camping £165.00
Order with one night of camping £175.00
Accommodation
Costs for camping onsite £10.00 for one night.
Bed & Breakfast
10% Discount at The Cricketers, Duncton, Petworth West Sussex, GU28 0LB
£95.00 per night with 10% discount.
Just mention you are doing a first aid course with us.
Call
07766 137977
Kent Dates
Ulcombe Village Hall
Headcord Road
Ulcombe
Maidstone
Kent
ME17 1EB
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£160.00 per person
New cost as of January 2025 £165.00
12th & 13th November 2024
£160.00
21st & 22nd January 2025
£165.00
11th & 12th March 2025
£165.00
Accommodation
Currently, there is no camping available onsite.
Cornwall Dates
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£160.00 per person
New cost as of January 2025 £165.00
12th & 13th September 2024
£160.00 per person without camping
Accommodation
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Camping
Basic camping is available after the first day of the course for £10.00. Basic wash facilities and a toilet are available.
Alternative accomadation.
Why not treat yourself to one of Tawnamoor’s beautiful cottages, it really is truly stunning.
Minimum booking of 3 nights
Take a look at the accommodation at Tawnamoor
Tawnamoor
About the Outdoor First Aid Course
Outdoor First Aid presents rescuers with the unique situation of prolonged care of a patient in a remote area before help arrives. This means that the rescuer is responsible for providing first aid care for the victim until help arrives.
The rescuer may be faced with many challenges, including:
- The need to improvise first aid equipment and supplies because not all of them will be available in remote environments.
- The need to provide long-term care because help may not arrive for hours.
- The need to provide emergency care when there are no emergency supplies or equipment available.
This course adheres to Band 3 of the Institute for Outdoor Learning Outdoor First Aid Training Framework and is approved by the First Aid Industry Body.
We have developed our 16-hour outdoor first aid course to be as practical and as real as it gets. The realistic casualty scenarios really bring the course to life and are a highly effective way of learning how to provide first aid. One of the many unique elements of this course is the proven neuroscience of staying calm in an emergency, skills which are now used by special forces.
We gradually build up your skills and knowledge backed up by a realistic scenario putting it all together.
You are assessed on the outdoor first aid course but it is an ongoing assessment, this removes any of the formal exam nerves.
You will not see a single PowerPoint slide on your course! So far we have never had a complaint about this one.
Who is the course for
At Emergency Life Support Team, we understand the importance of outdoor first aid training for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals. Whether you’re an outdoor pursuits instructor, tree surgeon, estate worker, or simply someone who enjoys the great outdoors, our training courses are designed to equip you with the necessary skills to handle emergencies in remote locations.
Our experienced tutors, Andy and Shaun, go above and beyond to create realistic scenarios that prepare you for the unexpected. From diagnosing and stabilizing hypothermia to building stretchers and using tourniquets, our courses cover a wide range of essential skills. We believe that over-preparation is key, especially when it comes to your safety and the well-being of others.
Join us at Emergency Life Support Team and gain the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively in wilderness emergencies.
Qualifications
- 16 Hour Outdoor First Aid
- Emergency First Aid at Work
Organisations that recognise our qualification
Our two day Outdoor First Aid qualification is recognised by the majority of the Outdoor National Governing Bodies.
British Cycling, ML, SPA, RYA, BCU, ASSI, BOF, DofE, BASI, Forest School, National Coasteering Charter and Scouts to name but a few.
Duration
- 9.30 – 18.30
About your First Aid Trainer
At Emergency Life Support Team, we understand the importance of training for life-threatening situations. Our goal is to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be prepared when seconds count. With our experienced trainers who have real-life experience in the Emergency Services, our training is credible and of the highest quality.
We believe in creating a relaxed and enjoyable training experience that allows you to learn to your full potential. Join us today and become equipped to save lives.
Course content
Introduction & Basic Life Support
- Introduction to Outdoor First Aid
- Action and Priorities in an Emergency
- Adult & Child Basic Life Support (CPR)
- Airway Management
- Administer First Aid to an adult and child who is choking
- Content of First Aid kits
- Primary and Secondary patient assessment
- Management of the unconscious patient (Recovery Position)
Medical Emergencies
- Heart Attack
- Stroke
- Anaphylaxis
- Diabetes
- Seizures (Epilepsy)
- Asthma
- Dehydration
- Shock
- Sepsis / Meningitis
- Lyme Disease
Trauma Emergencies
- Fractures
- Minor to Major Bleeding & Shock
- Fractures and soft tissue injuries
- Burns and scalds
- Head Injuries
- Spinal Injuries
- Hypothermia & Hyperthermia
- Secondary Drowning
- Dental incidents
Courses at your venue
In order to arrange a 2 Day Outdoor First Aid course group booking at your site, a minimum requirement of six candidates will be required. The training can be delivered at your own venue anywhere in the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
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