TFC: Wilderness First Aid Training 2019
Wilderness First Aid Certification Classes
Class location for February and March courses has been changed to the Norris Service Service Center at 415 North Second St, St. Charles, IL 60174
Emergency Care in Remote Locations, this course provides information on how to handle common injuries and illnesses when medical care is an hour away or more. This class will teach you what to look for and what to do in the event of an emergency, and direct you to the most appropriate type of care.
This class includes
- Expanded information on heat and cold emergencies
- Updated guidelines for managing snake bite emergencies
- New information on managing diabetic emergencies
- Skill sheets providing step-by-step visual reviews of procedures discussed
- Flow charts reinforcing the decision-making process and appropriate procedures
- Decision tables provide a concise summary of what signs first aiders should look for and what treatment steps they should take
All participants in The Wilderness First Aid class should be at least 16 years old. The course is taught at an adult pace and some portions involve treatment and decisions that can be emotionally and physically distressing. The Course Director is authorized to make exceptions. Please contact the Course Director directly prior to registering any youth under 16.
Be prepared to spend some time outdoors during this course.
Lunch will be provided. Please contact the Course Director with any dietary needs.
Please wear your full field uniform. This is a uniformed event.
Attendees must attend both Saturday and Sunday classes to complete training.
A current CPR/AED certification is required for the Wilderness First Aid Certification. CPR/AED is not taught during this class. If you do not have a current CPR/AED certification you can sign up for a class at
https://scoutingevent.com/127-24318
Camp Big Timber
Saturday 01-12-2019 8:00 AM CT to
Sunday 01-13-2019 5:00 PM CT Past
February 2019 Wilderness First Aid
Norris Scout Service Center
Saturday 02-16-2019 8:00 AM CT to
Sunday 02-17-2019 5:00 PM CT Past
March 2019 Wilderness First Aid
Norris Scout Service Center
Saturday 03-02-2019 8:00 AM CT to
Sunday 03-03-2019 5:00 PM CT Past
April 2019 Wilderness First Aid
Camp Big Timber
Saturday 04-13-2019 8:00 AM CT to
Sunday 04-14-2019 5:00 PM CT Past
May 2019 Wilderness First Aid
Camp Big Timber
Saturday 05-11-2019 8:00 AM CT to
Sunday 05-12-2019 5:00 PM CT Past