Description:

This qualification is designed for learners to be able to undertake the role of the First Aider when in rural and the more remote regions of the UK where emergency medical assistance may be more than 30 minutes away.

It is suitable for self-reliant outdoor activity instructors, teachers or leaders operating in situations where a number of hazards may be present or help may be up to a few hours away for example an outdoor education tutor, mountain or canoe expedition leader, Duke of Edinburgh assessor or forest school leader. The learner will gain the first aid skills and knowledge to competently and confidently provide first aid in an outdoor remote environment. The 16-hour qualification meets the Outdoor First Aid Band 3 requirements set by the Institute for Outdoor Learning and the requirements for the first aid element of the expedition syllabus for the bronze, silver and gold Duke of Edinburgh awards. This course also meets the requirements of the Scout Association for those leading adventurous activities and for Scout Association instructors of Scouts First Response First Aid. This qualification is regulated in the UK and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA).

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