Curriculum


​​Trail User First Aid Course Curriculum–New England (4 hours), valid for 2yrs

  • Being prepared (self and group)

  • First aid kits

  • Calling for help 

  • Rescuer safety 

  • Patient Responsiveness 

  • CPR & AED

  • Massive bleeding 

  • Shock

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome/chest pain

  • Blunt/penetrating chest trauma 

  • Blunt/penetrating abdominal trauma

  • Pelvic injuries 

  • Central Nervous System injuries (brain, spinal cord)

  • Skin injuries (abrasions, lacerations)

  • Extremity injuries (strains, sprains, fractures)

  • Cold weather exposure

  • Hot weather exposure

  • Lightning 

  • Insects

  • Snakes encounters

  • Mammal encounters

  • Course exclusions include high altitude, multi-day excursions, remote backcountry, grizzlies, scorpions, and other content not related to New England trails or typical day-use.


Extended courses available which can include StopTheBleed and/or expanded content, more hands-on time, or other customizations.

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