The REC 3 course is a specially tailored program for individuals who often find themselves in outdoor environments whether for work or for play. Its relevance is particularly felt among those involved in outdoor activities such as canoeing, kayaking, sailing, mountaineering, hillwalking, and forest school activities, as well as organisations like scouting and guiding. The Refresher course is open to anyone who holds a REC 3 cert that is not more than 30 days past expiry.
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Course Duration
The REC 3 Refresher course takes place over one full day (8 hours), generally at weekends. Start times are 8.30 AM with a finish time of approximately 6PM.
What Gets Covered?
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology: Gain a fundamental understanding of the heart, lungs, and airways.
- Environmental Awareness: Understand the impact of delayed medical help and adverse environmental conditions.
- Incident Management: Learn how to safely and effectively manage incidents or accidents.
- Casualty Assessment: Master the process of assessing a casualty in any situation.
- A multitude of Emergency, Environmental, Illness, Injury & Rescue Topics
The REC 3 course is a progressive program, where each session builds upon the earlier ones. New scenarios are introduced regularly to evaluate techniques across a range of emergencies, environmental conditions, illnesses, injuries, and rescue scenarios. The REC 3 course, with its comprehensive and practical approach, equips you to manage medical emergencies confidently in a wilderness or remote environment.