Wilderness Medicine: Continued practical experience for high-quality care

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Course Description

Ongoing training for current wilderness medicine providers (WFA, AFR, WEMT). Students practice BLS assessment and medical care through outdoor simulations, labs, and workshops. Work in small teams, refine essential skills and garner knowledge, and judgement. Topics include traumatic, environmental, and medical scenarios in a backcountry setting where communication and resources are limited. Pre-requisite is completion of EMED224 or EMED 226 (or equivalent; current certification required) & current CPR certification; or instructor approval.

Grading Basis

MSN - Medical Satisfactory/No Credit

Min

1

Max

1

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

Yes

Total Units Allowed for Degree Credit

3

Course Component

Workshop

Enrollment Optional?

No