Wilderness first aid
Overview
For those who enjoy outdoor activities, work in outdoor environments, or explore remote wilderness areas, being prepared for potential emergency situations is crucial. The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course addresses this need.
This course provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to deliver immediate and long-term care to injured or suddenly ill individuals in remote locations. The comprehensive content aligns with the WFA National Skill Set (SISSS00140), ensuring a thorough understanding of wilderness first aid principles and techniques.
Practical training scenarios are a core component of the course, allowing participants to practice and apply skills in realistic wilderness situations. The training aims to develop the confidence and expertise needed to manage emergency situations and effectively coordinate emergency responses in the field.
Wilderness First Aid Skill Set - Units of Competency
HLTAID009 - Provide CPR
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
SISOFLD004 - Provide first aid in remote locations
SISXEMR004 - Coordinate emergency responses
Surf Life Saving Tasmania delivers training and assessment under a third-party agreement with Professional and Technical Training Australia (RTO Code: 30270)
WILDERNESS FIRST AID COURSES
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Wilderness First Aid
Duration: 5 days
Delivery:
Online theory pre-learning
Classroom learning
Practical scenarios - including a night scenario.
Cost: $750
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Wilderness First Aid - Refresher
Duration: 5 days
Delivery:
Online theory pre-learning
Classroom learning
Practical scenarios - including a night scenario.
Cost: $750
Prerequisite: Refresher participants must hold a current WFA certification and be confident in Wilderness First Aid skills and processes. It is strongly recommended to complete at least two full WFA courses before enrolling in a Refresher.
