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Outdoor First Aid 16 Hours Level 3

£185.00 inc. VAT

A two-day (16-hour) Outdoor First Aid course for people operating in remote and adventurous environments. Build the confidence and practical skills to manage medical emergencies when professional help may be delayed.

This qualification is recognised by UK governing bodies and suitable for outdoor professionals and serious recreational users.

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Course Overview

This 16-hour Outdoor First Aid (Level 3) course is designed for people who work, lead, or spend time in environments where help from professional rescue may be delayed.

Training is delivered in outdoor settings and focuses on practical casualty care, decision-making under pressure, and adapting treatment with limited resources.

Suitable for outdoor professionals, group leaders, and adventurous individuals who want confidence beyond standard first aid training.

You’ll train through realistic scenarios covering:

  • Management of serious bleeding, fractures, head and spinal injuries
  • Recognition and treatment of hypothermia, heat illness, and common medical conditions
  • CPR and AED use in outdoor and remote contexts
  • Incident management, casualty care, and evacuation planning
  • Working safely as a team in challenging environments

The course meets governing body requirements and aligns with Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL) guidance.

Courses run at established outdoor venues across the South East and North Wales.

Typical venues include:

  • Buckinghamshire – The Horse Trust, Slad Ln, Princes Risborough HP27 0PP
  • Oxfordshire – Aston Rowant Nature Reserve, Watlington OX49 5SD
  • Berkshire – Path Hill Outdoor Education Centre Path Hill, Goring Heath, Reading RG8 7RE
  • Snowdonia - Glan Aber Hotel, Holyhead Road, Betws-Y-Coed, Wales, LL24 0AB

On-site delivery is available for schools, outdoor centres, and organisations across the UK.

Your course fee includes:

  • Regulated Level 3 certificate (valid for 3 years)
  • Course manual
  • Access to the Invenio community
  • Post-incident support
  • Exclusive gear discounts

Is this suitable for outdoor professionals?
Yes. This course meets governing body requirements and is suitable for instructors, leaders, and guides.

How long is the certificate valid?
The Level 3 Outdoor First Aid certificate is valid for three years.

Is this a practical course?
Yes. Training is scenario-based and delivered in outdoor environments wherever possible.

Do you offer group bookings?
Yes. On-site delivery and group bookings are available — please get in touch to discuss requirements.

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  • Fun, informative and up to date, with the latest first aid knowledge. A really useful course I recommend to anyone who works or volunteers in the outdoors. The course covers all essential first aid learning but you get to experience this in both in the classroom and in outdoor scenarios.
    Marie-Anne Phillips, 23rd January 2024

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