On-line First Aid and Medical Courses


At Cascadia Preparedness we believe that everyone should have, at a minimum, basic First Aid and CPR/AED training. The American Red Cross offers basic first aid courses on-line. Additional medical training expands your ability to respond in the wake a disaster. On-line training is available to help build that additional medical knowledge, although hands-on training and real-world experience under the supervision of a qualified medical professional is still recommended.

The following on-line courses are just some of the available options for expanding your first aid skills:   


Basic Wilderness First Aid Course (Online) (University of Colorado ($95))
This course, open to everyone (not just students at the University of Colorado!) is an online course where you will learn backcountry first aid and earn a Basic Wilderness First Aid certificate.(Note: This is not a standard WFA certification)

Online instruction for the following topics:
Head and mental status
Circulation & Cardiac
Respiratory and Chest trauma
Abdominal injuries and illnesses
Musculoskeletal injuries
Wounds and Wound care
Drowning
Hypothermia
Heat Related Illnesses
Lightning
Altitude

Course Requirements:
Learn over the course of 14 modules (approximately 1 hour per module)
Complete the accompanying quizzes
Complete and submit one case study
Optional: Take the final exam at the end.


Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us (Coursera (14 hours))
The vital signs – heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, respiration rate, and pain – communicate important information about the physiological status of the human body. In this six-part course we explore the anatomy and physiology underlying the vital signs so that you will develop a systematic, integrated understanding of how the body functions. Relevant body systems are reviewed including cardiovascular and respiratory, followed by explanations of how the function of these systems affects vital signs. We discuss normal ranges, normal variants, and the mechanisms that underlie changes in the objective measurement of vital signs. The course also includes demonstrations of appropriate techniques for measuring vital signs in yourself and others.


EMT Specialization
Coursera (84 hours - Approximately 7 months to complete. Suggested pace of 3 hours/week)

EMT Medical and Trauma Emergency Care. Gain the skills needed to provide first responder emergency. - This course goes beyond basic first aid, but will be of interest to individuals wanting additional medical training.

1. EMT Foundations
2. Medical Emergencies: Airway, Breathing, and Circulation
3. Medical Emergencies: CPR, Toxicology, and Wilderness
4. Trauma Emergencies and Care
5. Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children
6. Prepare for the EMT Certification Test


Deployed Medicine is a platform used by the Defense Health Agency to trial new innovative learning models aimed at improving readiness and performance of deployed military medical personnel. Courses, guidelines, and field-guides can be downloaded from this web-site for individual study.


Applied Anatomy & Physiology and Wilderness Medicine Course ($275)
Gain an practical and deeper understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology behind the assessment and treatment of traumatic, environmental, and medical problems than in our certification courses. Learn online and at your own pace through multimedia presentations, the Wilderness Medicine Handbook, case studies, SOAP Notes, chapter tests, and exams. With the increase in natural disasters and novel infectious diseases, it's more important now than ever before to have a working knowledge of basic medical theory and concepts.

This 75+ hour online course is designed for anyone who has internet access and wants to learn how to care for themselves and their loved ones when physician assistance is unavailable. Gain an practical understanding of the anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, assessment, and treatment of traumatic, environmental, and medical problems. Learn online and at your own pace through multimedia presentations, the Wilderness Medicine Handbook, case studies, SOAP Notes, and quizzes.

This includes:

  • Those who live remotely.
  • Those who wish to be prepared for a natural disaster—flood, severe storm, earthquake, wildfire, etc.—when the 911 system and hospitals are overwhelmed or unavailable.
  • Preppers.
  • Honors high school students looking for home-school credits or an applied science course. This is great introductory course for those interested in pursuing a career in medicine as a medic, nurse, PA, or physician.



Crisis Medicine ($25 - $575)
Crisis Medicine courses are completely consistent with the Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Committee Guidelines (TECC) and Tactical Combat Casualty Care Guidelines (TCCC). Crisis Medicine is a recognized education partner of the Co-TECC. The Co-TECC establishes guidelines for the provision of pre-hospital care to patients during a tactical incident. At the conclusion of the course, you’ll be able to download both a certificate of completion, as well as a break-down by hours spent on each topic.


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