Moab Wilderness First Responder Course
The Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course is the standard level of medical training for professional outdoor recreation industry field staff that work multi-day, overnight trips in remote environments, military, technical rescue personnel, and those working in disaster relief. The DMM comprehensive, contextual and practical curriculum has gained popularity among outdoor enthusiasts, endurance athletes, and adventure travelers who push their boundaries in remote areas with limited resources, unreliable communication, and the potential for delayed or self-rescue. Course participants will develop strong patient assessment skills, adopt treatment tools to stabilize life-threatening conditions, and learn how to provide extended patient care in austere environments. Most importantly, this training will prepare individuals to prevent many environmental illnesses and proactively manage pre-existing conditions in the field. Individuals will also develop the confidence to professionally call in a rescue in the event of a backcountry emergency and manage the evacuation of a medical or trauma patient. Learn more at recportal.usu.edu.
When
Sunday, March 24, 2024 | All DayWhere
Mile Marker 19, UT-128, Moab, UT 84532Other Dates
- Monday, March 25
- Tuesday, March 26
- Wednesday, March 27
- Thursday, March 28
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Student Affairs
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Students,General Public
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$795-895
Event Contact
Name: Greg Davis
Phone: 435-797-0066
Email: greg.j.davis@usu.edu
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