AFFINITY INSTITUTE FOR INNOVATIVE LIVING
AED & CPR Training and Consulting
American Safety & Health Institute Wilderness First Aid Course
WFA (second half): This is a continuation of the first half and is geared toward those who are involved in more serious wilderness activities. The primary focus of this half is on the continuation of care in situations where professional help may be significantly delayed for many hours or days. Many of the first aid techniques discussed should be used only as a last resort, and not in urban settings when EMS is available within minutes.
This second half of the class covers the following topics:
> Patient Assessment & Report Writing
> Altitude-Related Illnesses
> Water Contamination & Treatment
> Snake Bites, other Bites, and Stings; Environmental Poisons
> Carrying Techniques, Improvised Stretchers, and Litters
> Emergency Shelters
> Serious Wounds, Fractures, and Tractioning
> Evacuation Considerations
Wilderness First Aid class includes scenario practice and a performance evaluation, as well as, a written examination.
(approximately 16 hours)
The certification issued is the: American Safety & Health Institute Wilderness First Aid - 3 year Certification - ($160)*
Both halves of the classes are "class-room" based and intended for anybody involved in outdoor activities. No previous medical training is required. Also, camping orientation and survival technique topics are not covered in this course.
We do not offer Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician classes at this time as these need to be conducted in outdoor settings.
Please contact us if you have any questions regarding the Wilderness First Aid class or certifications.
Wilderness First Aid - Recertification: This shorter class is designed for those with extensive experience involving more challenging wilderness activities. There will be greater focus on practice, decision making and response to scenarios.
(approximately 8 hours) *call to register, and must provide documentation of experience.
The certification issued is the: American Safety & Health Institute Wilderness First Aid - 3 year Certification - ($99)*
This first half of the class covers the following topics:
> The First Aid Kit
> Assessment of Illness / Injury
> Treatment of Choking
> Head (brain), Neck, and Spinal Injuries
> Hypo- and Hyperthermia
> Allergies and Anaphylaxis
> Bone and Joint Injuries
> Wounds and Wound Infection
> Burns & Lightening Strikes
> Behavioral and Psychiatric Emergencies
> Environmental Considerations
Please note: CPR & use of an AED are not a part of this class. We will discount the CPR class by $10.00 if taken before or after a Wilderness Class.
There are a few certifying bodies for Wilderness First Aid. If you need a specific wilderness certification for any reason, please check with your employer to make sure this class will meet your needs.
AFFINITY INSTITUTE FOR INNOVATIVE LIVING
Phone: (847)733-0374 Fax: (312) 253-4399
Wilderness First Aid (first half): This part of the course covers management of emergencies involved in wilderness recreation, such as short trips in which help may be more than 30 minutes away, but less than a few hours. (*please call us if you only want to learn this first half of the WFA Class)
"Wilderness Emergency Care" by Steve Donelan is the manual used for this class.
*This certification is accepted by Boy Scouts of America for Wilderness First Aid and the class is discounted to $125 (a 22% savings) for Boy Scout Leaders, Girl Scout Leaders, Youth Group Leaders and Volunteers of all "non-profit" organizations. Most Leaders will need both halves of the class. Please call us to register. And, don't hesitate to call with any questions.
*Wilderness First Aid certification accepted by the Boy Scouts of America. "Non-profit" Leaders and Volunteers discounted price at $79.
