16-Hour Outdoor First Aid Course Cornwall

Practical outdoor first aid training delivered in Truro, Cornwall by experienced outdoor instructors. Meets National Governing Body (NGB) requirements through realistic, scenario-based training in the environments where you work.

Outdoor First Aid Course Cornwall | 16-Hour Training

Practical Outdoor First Aid Training Cornwall

Outdoor First Aid Course Cornwall | 16-Hour Training

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Training venue: Tomperrow Scout Campsite, Hugus Rd, Threemilestone, Truro TR3 6BE

Looking for a course in Devon? View our Outdoor First Aid Training in Devon page.

16-Hour Outdoor First Aid Course

This two-day qualification is designed for people who work or lead activities in outdoor and remote environments.

Learners develop practical casualty-management and decision-making skills through realistic outdoor scenarios. The course considers difficult terrain, changing weather, limited equipment and delayed access by the emergency services.

The qualification is designed to meet the first aid requirements of many outdoor organisations and National Governing Bodies. Learners should confirm their organisation’s specific requirements before booking.

Who Should Attend?

The course is suitable for:

Outdoor instructors and activity leaders
Mountain Leaders and walking guides
Duke of Edinburgh expedition supervisors
Outdoor education staff
Surf instructors and water-sports professionals
Scout and youth-group leaders
Expedition and adventure-tourism professionals
Conservation, environmental and fieldwork teams
People working in remote or isolated locations

Benefits of Outdoor First Aid Training

Confidence in Remote Environments

Practical scenarios prepare learners to assess casualties, make decisions and provide effective first aid when help may be some distance away.

Relevant Outdoor Experience

The course considers the challenges presented by changing weather, difficult terrain, environmental exposure and limited resources.

Two Useful Qualifications

Learners complete the Outdoor First Aid qualification alongside a separate Paediatric First Aid qualification, providing broader preparation for those responsible for children and young people.

Only retain that final benefit if the second qualification is definitely awarded.

What Will You Learn?

Incident and Casualty Management

Scene assessment and dynamic risk assessment
Primary survey and casualty assessment
Prioritising treatment
Emergency communication
Monitoring a casualty while awaiting assistance

Medical and Trauma Emergencies

Adult CPR and safe use of an AED
Managing an unresponsive casualty
Bleeding, wounds and shock
Fractures, sprains and dislocations
Head and spinal injuries
Chest, abdominal and pelvic injuries
Asthma, anaphylaxis and seizures
Diabetic emergencies, heart attack and stroke

Outdoor and Environmental Emergencies

Hypothermia and cold exposure
Heat exhaustion and heatstroke
Bites, stings and ticks
Protecting casualties from changing conditions
Supporting injuries using available equipment
Managing casualties on difficult terrain
Evacuation considerations and prolonged waiting times

Add the assessed paediatric subjects here once you have confirmed the exact Paediatric First Aid qualification being awarded.

Assessment and Qualifications

Learners are assessed throughout the course through practical activities, realistic scenarios and observation of their first aid skills.

Successful learners receive:

QNUK Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid (RQF)

The Outdoor First Aid qualification provides 16 guided learning hours over two days and is valid for three years.

The course price includes training, assessment, qualification registration, course materials and certification.

Why Train Near Truro?

Tomperrow Scout Campsite provides a genuine outdoor environment for practical, scenario-based training.

Its central Cornwall location is accessible from Truro, Newquay, Falmouth, St Austell, Redruth and Camborne, while still providing the outdoor setting needed for realistic exercises.

Learners also attend from Penzance, Bodmin, Liskeard and across Cornwall.

Private Outdoor First Aid Training

Private courses are available for outdoor providers, education teams, charities and other organisations across Cornwall.

Training your team together can:

Reduce staff travel and disruption
Provide consistent procedures across your organisation
Reflect your activities and working environment
Be arranged on a suitable date
Take place at an appropriate outdoor location

Why Choose Optimal First Aid?

Optimal First Aid specialises in practical first aid training for outdoor, remote and higher-risk environments.

Our instructors have operational and outdoor experience and use realistic scenarios to develop confident decision-making. Learners practise assessing casualties, prioritising treatment and adapting first aid to the conditions around them.

Our Cornwall courses are delivered in a genuine outdoor setting near Truro, providing practical preparation for incidents across coastal, rural, woodland and remote environments.

Find Out More About Us

FAQ

Where in Cornwall is the course delivered?

Scheduled courses are held at Tomperrow Scout Campsite, Hugus Road, Threemilestone, near Truro, Cornwall, TR3 6BE. The campsite provides a genuine outdoor environment for practical exercises and realistic scenarios.

Is this a 16-hour Outdoor First Aid course?

Yes. The course provides 16 guided learning hours delivered over two days through face-to-face teaching, practical exercises and outdoor scenarios.

Does it meet National Governing Body requirements?

The qualification is designed to meet the first aid requirements of many outdoor organisations and National Governing Bodies. Requirements vary, so learners should confirm the required qualification and training hours with their employer or governing body before booking.

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