Wilderness First Responder Bridge

Wilderness First Responder Bridge
Upgrade WAFA Certification to WFR in 4 Days! (minimum age: 16)
Spirit Point Lodge – South River, ON Dates & Registration Below
The 4 day Wilderness First Responder Bridge (WFRB) course, presented over 40 hours, is designed for graduates of the Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) who want to continue their training and upgrade their certification to the Wilderness First Responder (WFR) level. This comprehensive course will review concepts learned in earlier courses and and offer a greater focus on evacuation, environmental topics, critical thinking, and leadership.

To enroll, students must have an unexpired Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) certificate from either WMA or another approved provider such as Sirius, Solo, Wilderness Medical Institute (WMI), or Slipstream. A review package will be sent to the student and must be completed before the start of the course. A review package will be sent to students prior to the course in order for them to come prepared to this intense and stimulating course (we strongly advise enrolling early enough to complete this package ahead of time).

The Wilderness First Responder Bridge training uses hands-on sessions, as well as classroom lecture and discussion. Realistic scenarios with stage blood and simulated wounds are utilized to prepare students for backcountry emergencies.

Topics & Lessons Covered

• General concepts of wilderness medicine and the Patient Assessment System
• CPR, AED, and basic life support skills
• Anatomy and major problems of the respiratory, circulatory, and nervous systems
• Musculoskeletal injury assessment and splinting
• Spine injury assessment and management, dislocations, splints, & fractures
• Allergies and anaphylaxis
• Medical emergencies such as asthma and diabetes
• Wound and burn management
• Environmental problems such as hypothermia, frostbite & cold injuries, sun & heat illnesses, lightning, altitude, diving, and drowning
• Backcountry medicine and toxins, bites, and stings
• Emergency childbirth
• Improvised litters and patient carries
• Evacuations, decision making, and leadership
• Elective topics such as altitude and scuba diving injuries
• Medical legal issues
• And more…

This is a psychologically and emotionally intense program. Simulations are made to feel as ‘real’ as possible, under the kind of conditions one might experience during an emergency in the back woods. They will take place during the day or at night, rain or shine. You might want to consider shopping at thrift stores for your clothing! The emergency simulations may be videotaped & helpful feedback is given during review sessions.

Testimonials

“Leaders of the Day provided a high quality course. It was organized well, and a fun and friendly atmosphere was created!” Karen Atkinson – Learning Coordinator (MEC Ottawa, Ontario)

“I was extremely impressed with the level of professionalism, organization, and overall quality of service by Leaders of the Day. My 3-day experience recertifying my WFR went beyond a first aid course; since it provided me a valuable opportunity to network with other leading professionals in the outdoor field.” Stephen Ritchie – Assistant Professor (Faculty of Human Kinetics Laurentian University, Ontario)

“Teaching this course, run by Leaders of the Day, was rewarding and enjoyable. The facility was top notch, the students were comfortable and well taken care of, and things went very smoothly so that we were able to focus on the course material. The accommodations were very comfortable and the food was some of the best that I have experienced while teaching anywhere!” Danny Peled – WMA Instructor

“Jonathan & Tony’s extensive experience coordinating outdoor courses was evident… all aspects of the course were delivered in a friendly, caring, professional, well organized manner. We were well taken care of during our course – clean, comfortable, beautiful accommodation; delicious meals by Casa Foods; very engaging, knowledgeable & experiential instruction by WMA; and excellent leadership & coordination by Leaders of the Day!” Emily Root – Pembroke, Ontario

“I was very happy with the communication & information provided by Leaders of the Day before, during, and after the program. All of the “details” were taken care of & everything flowed very smoothly. I highly recommend LOTD in providing professional certification programs & look forward to continuing to support their business.” Alexis Burnett – Founder & Lead Instructor (Earth Tracks)

What’s Included?

• Certifications in Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and CPR C (adult, child, & infant)
• Wilderness First Responder Text book, case studies workbook, notebook (with WMA lecture notes), SOAP note booklet, waterproof WMA field guide
• Shared Accommodation, maximum 3 people per room in the beautiful Spirit Point Lodge (includes the night before the course starts).*
• Catered Meals are home-cooked and made with quality ingredients daily; fresh tea, coffee, and a selection of fruit & snacks are readily available throughout the day.**
• Hands-on training and simulations with theatrical make-up and video feedback
• Classroom, Lounge/Study Area, Instruction, & All Necessary Equipment

All-Inclusive Price Breakdown

South River, Ontario Dates: Apr. 17-20, 2012 / May 22-25, 2012 / Oct. 23-26, 2012

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