Wilderness First Aid
2-day BHPA-approved outdoor first aid course for pilots, guides, and instructors
First Aid for the Outdoors
This 2-day (16-hour) Wilderness First Aid course is specifically designed for paraglider pilots, hang glider pilots, outdoor guides, and instructors who operate in remote or mountainous environments where professional medical help may be far away.
The course covers everything from basic life support to managing trauma in the field, with a strong emphasis on practical, scenario-based learning. You'll gain the confidence and skills to deal with real emergencies when they happen.
Courses run in the Lake District and can be arranged for groups on request.
Why Learn From Jocky?
Keswick Mountain Rescue
21 years as a member of one of the UK's busiest mountain rescue teams
NHS First Responder
22 years as an NHS Community First Responder, dealing with real medical emergencies
BHPA Approved
Course is approved by the British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association
Valid 3 Years
Your qualification is valid for 3 years — meets BHPA instructor requirements
Course Curriculum
4 stages over 2 days, building from fundamentals to real-world scenarios
Stage 1 — Fundamentals
- Scene management and casualty assessment
- Airway management
- CPR and AED use
- Recovery position
- Choking management
Stage 2 — Trauma
- Bleeding control and wound management
- Fractures, sprains, and dislocations
- Spinal injury management
- Head injuries
- Burns and scalds
Stage 3 — Medical Emergencies
- Hypothermia and heat exhaustion
- Anaphylaxis and allergic reactions
- Asthma attacks
- Heart attack and stroke recognition
- Diabetic emergencies
Stage 4 — Field Scenarios
- Remote location casualty management
- Improvised splinting and stretchers
- Helicopter evacuation procedures
- Communication with emergency services
- Multiple casualty triage
Course Details
Wilderness First Aid
- 2-day course (16 hours)
- Qualification valid for 3 years
- Practical scenario-based training
- All course materials provided
- Certificate on completion
- Lake District venue
Be Prepared When It Matters
Learn the skills that could save a life in the mountains. Book your place on the next Wilderness First Aid course.
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