Our ITC Advanced outdoor first aid course is perfect you would like to gain more experience managing casualties in a remote environment. Our advanced outdoor first aid course is aligned with the Institute for Outdoor Learning Band 4. Perfect for those who are leading expeditions in remote areas.
The course is delivered over three days; this allows you to learn the techniques at a pace that suits you. We will also incorporate a night scenario on day two.
Day
Timings
1
0900 – 1600
2
1100 – 2000
3
0900 – 1500
COVID-19 Adaptations
While we are operating during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have changed to the way that we deliver our advanced outdoor first aid qualifications. These changes are in line with the Scottish Government’s Advice, and also our Awarding Body, ITC First.
This course will make use of an indoor classroom throughout the day. We will still spend approximately 70% of the course outdoors, and the remaining 30% in the classroom. The use of a face mask while indoors is mandatory.
We have created clear, socially distanced areas within the classroom for each learner to work. These areas are numbered, and each learner is designated an area. At the current time, there will be no more than four learners on each course. Each learner will receive a box containing all the equipment that they require, and a mannikin to use throughout the course.
If you are not sure that this course is suitable for you, then why not take our short minute quiz. This quiz will help you decide if this course is suitable for you.
Precourse Quiz
This short quiz helps you to determine if the Advanced Outdoor First Aid course is right for you. Once you have answered these ten questions, you’ll receive feedback.
We don’t record your answers, and this quiz is completed anonymously.
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Unfortunately, you aren’t ready for an advanced outdoor first aid course quite yet. It might have been a while since you’ve completed a course. We’d recommend booking onto a standard outdoor first aid course to embed the basics, then have a look at the advanced first aid course.
You can remember many of the basics. However, it may be worthwhile doing some revision before attending an advanced outdoor first aid course. Why not have a look at our one day Annual Refresher course.
Sort the following injuries into the order of which you would prioritise with first, from most to least life-threatening.
Your colleague who has slipped from the top of a climb. They have fallen about 20 metres, and are screaming. From you vantage point, you can see blood flowing freely from a wound to their arm.
A child attending your mountain biking session. They have fallen from their bike, and are now holding their arm. The arm is at strange angle and the child is quiet and shaking.
An adult on your bushcraft session. They have just eaten a s’more. Following a coughing fit, they are now very quiet and clutching their throat.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
You have identified that a casualty is having a heart attack. They are not allergic to aspirin and don’t have any issues taking it. Which of the following is the correct action?
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
You come across a skier who has taken a fall. They are conscious and are obviously suffering from paint to their chest. When you check them over, you notice that they have an open wound to the chest, the blood around the wound is aerated (bubbly), which of the following is the best action to take?
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
Your climbing partner has fallen while climbing. and are on their back. Initially, they were conscious and told you that they couldn’t feel their legs. As time has progressed, they are no longer talking, and doesn’t respond when you speak to them. They moan when you squeeze their shoulder. Mountain Rescue will be approximately two hours. What are your next steps?
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
How does CPR for a child differ from CPR for an adult? Choose all that apply.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
You are the duty manager and arrive at the centre to unlock; you encounter an individual who is hunched over on a picnic bench, they are pale and shaking. When you speak to them, they are belligerent and seem confused. They can’t seem to place where they are or why they are here. Over time they seem to be acting more ‘drunk’. Which of the following medical conditions is the most likely to be affecting the casualty?
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
What is the purpose of the recovery position? Select all that apply.
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
One of the young people in your group is asthmatic. While on a hill walk, they struggle to breathe, gasping for air and becoming more anxious. Select which inhaler would help them in this situation.
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
As you raft down a rapid, one of your clients collapses on the raft. It becomes clear that they are not breathing. You are at the beginning of a 45-minute rafting session. There is an eddy (flat water) a short distance away, with a sandy bank close to a road. What is the best course of action?
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
While hillwalking, a participant informs you that they have a tick bite on their leg. What is the safest way to remove the tick?
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What do I need to bring on the advanced outdoor first aid course?
You should arrive with clothing suitable for being in the outdoors. You will spend much of the course outdoors. We recommend that you bring the following:
Waterproof Jacket
Waterproof Trousers
Fleece or Soft Shell
Insulated Jacket
Gloves
Hat
Head torch
Sun cream (we can hope!)
If you are driving, we would recommend leaving spare clothing in your vehicle. You’ll need to bring your lunch, but we will provide tea and coffee.
Who be the trainer on my advanced outdoor first aid course?
Our courses are all delivered by outdoor professionals who work across the outdoor industry. Your trainer will hold an advanced outdoor first aid certificate and education qualifications. In addition to this, our trainers are active in the outdoor industry; meaning that they have lots of real-life experience dealing with first aid incidents.
How do I get to Pinkston Paddlesports?
Driving: Accessed from junction 16 of the M8.
Public Transport: Pinkston Paddlesports is a short walk from Cowcaddens Underground
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