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REC3

First Aid Training for the Outdoors delivered by one of the busiest Remote Emergency Care Instructors in Ireland. 

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REC3 Training Course
Remote Emergency Care - Level 3 (REC3)

Remote Emergency Care, Wilderness First Aid, call it what you like. This is training for those working, playing or exploring a distance from traditional EMS.

This two day course is the go to for outdoor training providers, leaders and educators. Recognised by Mountaineering Ireland, Canoe Ireland, Scouting Ireland, Forest School Ireland and other outdoor governing bodies, This course meets the requirements for Forest School Leadership, Rock Climbing Instructor (RCI), Mountain Leader (ML) and Mountain Skills Assessments (MSA). 

On this course the focus is on dealing with incidents far from medical help with the minimal equipment you would carry while participating in or leading outdoor activities.

The emphasis is on practical skills with plenty of hands-on practice including lots of outdoor scenarios. This course can be tailored to the requirements of special interest groups, for example climbers, mountain leaders, paddle sports instructors etc

Candidate must be 18 years of age. No previous training required.

Topics covered include: 

  • Patient Assessment, both Medical (DR ABCDE) and Trauma (DR CAcBCDE)
  • The safe airway position
  • The management of an obstructed airway
  • Haemorrhage control
  • Treating Shock
  • Bandaging Techniques
  • Splinting Techniques
  • Treatment of Burns
  • Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies
  • Dealing with Environmental Medical Emergencies
  • The safe use of an EPI-Pen
  • CPR & AED use
  • The care principles of helmet removal (open adventure sports helmet)
  • Airway Management and Movement of a suspected spinal injured patient
​Upcoming Course Dates

Remote Emergency Care - Level 3 (REC3)  - June 27 & 28 ***1 space available***

Remote Emergency Care - Level 3 (REC3)  - October 17 & 18

For enquires please use the contact form at the bottom of the homepage, thank you

Details

Cost €175

Time 09:00 to 18:00 both days

Venue: GOIMRT Rescue Base, Kilafin, Laragh, Co. Wicklow, A98 VY72 

Reviews
  • "Thank you very much, Paul! It was an excellent day of learning - great to have these links and resources also.See you on the hills" - Remote Emergency Care - Level 3 (REC3)
  • "Thanks for that, we really enjoyed the course and found it really well structured and delivered. Look forward to sending more staff your way and taking the training up another level next time. Hope you have a great Xmas break!" - Remote Emergency Care - Level 3 (REC3)
  • "I really enjoyed taking this course. In my view, two features are particularly valuable: * the scenarios help commit the theory to memory and force us to draw on our knowledge under realistic circumstances. * examining the medical devices (e.g., inhalers, epipens) we are likely to come across as well as hearing your views on the various components of first aid supplies (e.g., the types of emergency blankets) makes us, in my opinion, more apt to deliver first aid efficiently in real conditions." - Remote Emergency Care - Level 3 (REC3)
  • "Thanks Paul, a really well led, informative and enjoyable course. Thank you." - Remote Emergency Care - Level 3 (REC3)