Wilderness Medical Training

Far From Help   Saturday 6 - Sunday 7 March 2010. "Great - well presented, interesting and understandable." Callum Taylor (FFH, RGS-IBG '08) Organised in association with Wilderness Medical Training (WMT), this two-day course starts where conventional first aid stops. It is designed for small expedition groups (private and commercial), solo travellers, media personnel, climbers, trek leaders / teachers, yachtsmen, overland drivers, researchers and academics, military personnel and anyone operating in remote areas where medical help is not readily available. The course aims to develop judgment and ability to discriminate between conditions that can be managed and resolved in the field, those that should be monitored closely and those that require evacuation. If you have the knowledge to confidently rule out a serious problem you might be able to salvage your expedition or travels without resorting to an unnecessary evacuation. However, even if you decide to evacuate, FFH will teach you many useful things you can do before reaching professional medical help which might ease the pain and suffering of your team member or reduce their risk of severe or permanent disability.   For full details and to book the WMT course, download the booking form (PDF)   View 2010 course programme here (PDF)   Details of the 2010 course trainers can be viewed here (PDF)   Student rate: £195.50 (incl. VAT) , Standard rate: £276 (incl. VAT). Includes lunch, refreshments, course notes and materials but not accommodation.   Bursaries A limited number of student bursaries of £50 are available. To apply, attach a statement to your booking form outining why you deserve one. Preference will be given to students invloved in expeditions taking place in 2010.   List of local accomodation options Please note that this course is designed for those planning to travel to remote locations overseas who wish to prepare thoroughly and be self-sufficient. Although it may be of use to medical students (up to 3rd year), nurses and other health practitioners, it is not suitable for doctors.