Wilderness First Responder

at

the Sheridan School Mountain Campus

June 21 - June 28, 2008

Course Description

The Sheridan School Mountain Campus is proudly sponsoring a hands-on Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course in Luray, VA on June 21st - June 28th, 2008. This intensive backcountry medical training course will show students how to deal with medical emergencies when they are miles from help and dialing 911 is not an option.

Wilderness Medicine differs from traditional first aid in three respects. First, Transport times are measured in hours and days rather than minutes, so many phases of patient care that usually occur in a hospital must be carried out in the field. Second, Sever environments dramatically increase the complexity of any emergency and heighten risks to patients and rescuers alike. Third, limited equipment makes improvisation and resourcefulness essential.

These issues and more will be addressed by professional instructors from Wilderness Medical Associates, leaders in the field of wilderness medical training. Classes are fast-paced with an emphasis on practical skills. Mornings are devoted to lectures, while afternoons and evenings are spent outside working on everything from stretcher construction to full-scale rescue simulations. A number of realistic simulations, complete with fake wounds and stage blood, will be conducted. Past students commonly report of real-life rescues that, "felt just like a simulation."

This course is recommended for all outdoor professionals and enthusiasts who spend time in remote areas. Graduates will be certified by Wilderness Medical Associates. Call 540-743-6603 and ask for Phil Liebson at Sheridan School Mountain Campus for logistical and pricing information or Wilderness Medical Associates at (888) WILD-MED for curriculum information.

Course Price

We are pleased to offer this course to you at low rate of $640. With your registration you will receive the course itself and all required materials such as books and medical equipment. Also included in this rate will be your lodging and meals.

To Apply: Download Application and return with deposit (or full payment) to:

Sheridan School Mountain Campus

Attn: WFR course

618 Tatum Trail

Luray, VA 22835

WFR Application and Medical form (as Word Doc)

WFR Appllication and Medical form (as Htm)

For more general information around WMA's Wilderness First Responder Course, you can download their Course Information and sample of Course Schedule here. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at the following information: