This course has been specifically designed to satisfy the first aid training specifications of most outdoor instructors requirements as laid down by various National Governing Bodies including:BCU, WCA and SCA. It will prepare you for a realistic first aid emergencies that may occur when paddling in rivers, lakes or sea areas.
SOME ELEMENTS OF THE TRAINING OR DEMONSTRATIONS MAY TAKE PLACE IN WATER, THIS WILL BE IN SHALLOW, EXTREMELY LOW RISK AREAS AND OVERSEEN BY AN EXPERIENCED WATERSPORTS INSTRUCTOR.
Athough our course instructors are experienced paddlers they are not canoeing instructors, as such any water based training will be lead by qualified instructors based at Staylittle Outdoor Education Centre.
The course takes place over two days and is fully residential, training is intensive but no previous experience is necessary. Most of the lesson are highly practical and takes place on the shoreline or in safe water, certification lasts for three years from issue date.
The course is reasonably intensive but no previous experience is necessary
A recommended kit list for the course:
PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO BRING ALONG THEIR WATER SHOES, BUOYANCY AIDS AND WETSUITS/PADDLE SUITS.