We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting a Wilderness First Aid course in Cyprus, taught by Wilderness Medical Associates Europe.
As outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers, we love spending time in difficult-to-reach spots in Cyprus, often out of cell service. But the reality is that accidents can and do happen outdoors. Wildnerness First Aid will teach us how to assess and treat injuries when there isn't quick or easy access to medical help.
Details
Date: March 2-3, 2024 (both days mandatory)
Location: The Adventure Park, Kyperounta
Cost: 360€ (includes all course materials, lunch, tea & coffee throughout the course)
Curriculum
The curriculum includes the following areas, and is heavily focused on hands-on, practical training:
- General Principles of Wilderness & Rescue Medicine
- Patient Assessment System
- Basic Life Support
- Circulatory System
- Nervous System
- Respiratory System
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Thermoregulation
- Drowning
- Lightning Injuries
- Wounds and Burns
- Anaphylaxis
- Lifting, Moving & Extrication
- Backcountry Medicine
Based on the background and interests of the participants, the instructors will tailor practice scenarios to be as relevant as possible. Full details of the course can be found here.
Certification
Upon completion of the course, participants will receive two certificates (valid for 3 years):
- Wilderness First Aid
- Adult CPR
About the Lead Instructor
Erik Forsythe is the Senior Instructor of Wilderness Medical Associates Europe, with over 30 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services as a paramedic. He has been teaching Wilderness Medicine for over 20 years and remains actively involved in rescue teams and paramedicine, focusing largely on climbers, skiers, mountain bikers and hikers. In addition to teaching wilderness medicine, he is especially passionate about high-angle rescue.
Some highlights of Erik's career include:
- High-angle mountain rescue team (Black Canyon National Park, USA)
- Mountain rescue team (Crested Butte, USA)
- Ski patrol, including 5 years as Patrol Director (Crested Butte)
- Medical high-altitude trail guide (Himalayas)
- Mountain bike trail crew (Crested Butte)
More Information & Bookings
Please email us at untied.therapy@gmail.com or call 99811120 if you have questions or would like to reserve a spot. Advance payment is required to secure your spot.
