Wilderness First Aid [20h]
Contact Paula Kestelman, Geography department, for registration; 514-398-4310, paula.kestelman [at] mcgill.ca.
We have some interest in holding a 20 hour Wilderness First Aid course in early December. On either
- Nov. 30, Dec. 1 and 2, 2023. Friday Nov. 30, 4 hour session, Saturday and Sunday December 1, 2023 8 hours each day. Or,
- Dec. 8 and 9, 2023. Saturday and and Sunday December 8 and 9, 10 hours each day.
The training includes
· 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 outside Burnside Hall.
The course will be conducted by an instructor with the Red Cross.
20-hour WFA and CPR AED Certifications will be provided and need to be renewed after 2-3 years.
Some research grants cover the cost of Wilderness First Aid training, so ask your supervisors.
Membership with McGill Outdoors Club MOC might quality you for a discount on the WFA fees.
Cost. The cost per participant is $250 + taxes.
We need a minimum of 6 persons. If you are interested, please contact me by phone at 514-398-4310, by email at paula.kestelman [at] mcgill.ca.
Tell your friends and colleagues about the course. Stay safe.
Paula Kestelman
Technician
Dept. of Geography
Tel. 514-398-4310
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