Our famous mountain course just got wetter – if you paddle this is just for you.
| Who does this course? | ||
| Paddlers and water sport enthusiasts rescue Personnel |
Kayak and Canoe Instructors Youth and Group Leaders |
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| Course Duration | Course Location | |
| One day or Two day Options | Mid Wales & Peak District | |
| Assessment Type | Qualification | |
| Instructor Assessed | One or two day UK PFAC - 3 years NGB Compliant |
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| Inclusions | ||
| All training All materials and certification |
Course CD & Resources Food & Accommodation on Two Day Course |
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| Syllabus Overview | ||
| One Day Course Incident Management Dealing with PPE Airway & Choking Issues CPR Bleeding Shock Fractures Common Illness Head & Spine Injury In Boat Issues |
Two Day Course As day one plus: Greater Detail First Aid at Night Additional Practical Exercises Sports Injury – Sprains & Strains Heat Illness Hypothermia Practical Extensive Spine and Head Injury In Boat First Aid Improvised Stretchers |
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Further Information
This paddler specific course has been purposefully designed by the CRT training team and has successfully taught people from rescue organisations, national care workers, teachers and of course outdoor instructors and enthusiasts.
The course is accepted by a huge range of outdoor sports National Governing Bodies as sufficient first aid training for their instructor award schemes including – BCU, WCA, RYA, ML, SPA, SMBLT and offers a three year certificate.
The two day course is residential with food and includes realistic scenarios – the majority of the training takes place on or near the water in all weathers to build your experience and confidence. Students are encouraged to ask questions as they are coached through the syllabus.
These are intensive training courses set in a relaxed atmosphere that emphasises simple actions, relevant skills and massive participation. Its fun, challenging and a real eye opener.
