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30-Hours Professional Diploma in Emergency Outdoor First Aid (EOFA)

Credit hours

3

Designed for remote and outdoor settings, the course covers scene management, casualty assessment, CPR and defibrillator use, and treating wounds, shock and injuries far from help. Learners also tackle hypothermia, heatstroke, dehydration and bites, prolonged care, and evacuation and communication. Ideal for outdoor leaders, guides and expedition staff.

What you'll cover

  1. 01Introduction to Emergency Outdoor First Aid and Legal Responsibilities
  2. 02Outdoor Risk Assessment and Scene Management
  3. 03Casualty Assessment and Primary Survey in Remote Environments
  4. 04Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Use
  5. 05Management of Bleeding, Wounds, and Shock in Outdoor Settings
  6. 06Treatment of Fractures, Sprains, and Soft Tissue Injuries in the Outdoors
  7. 07Environmental Emergencies: Hypothermia, Heatstroke, Dehydration, and Bites
  8. 08Prolonged Care and Monitoring in Remote Locations
  9. 09Emergency Evacuation Procedures and Communication Techniques

30-Hours Professional Diploma in Emergency Outdoor First Aid (EOFA)