H EDU 4520 - High-Angle Rescue Techniques and Theory

Provides intensive training in rope rescue fundamentals. Applies wilderness medicine to technical rescue. Covers skills used in mountain, industrial and confined space rescue. Reviewing current research and the evidence basis for techniques is an underlying principle throughout the course. Skills are practiced in realistic scenarios. Students must have a current Wilderness First Responder of higher wilderness medicine certification; experience with rock climbing or other exposed rope work is recommended.