SKI 201 - Outdoor Emergency Care Certification

This course is a hybrid of online activity and in-class application of online learning. Topics include all aspects of first responder understanding and care of individuals who may be injured in the outdoor environment. Anatomy and physiology of the human body and the necessary actions of a first responder are taught through the class text. Assessment and initial care management of patients is practiced and evaluated in the classroom sessions. All students will be required to take an assessment exam on both the knowledge of the textbook as well as the practical skills practiced in class. If successful in passing this exam the student will receive an OEC Certification. A score of 80 is required for the written and all Critical Performance Indicators in the skills exam to be successful. Students completing SKI 201 will not be eligible to enroll in HEA 120. Course Typically Offered: Every other fall semester.

Prerequisite(s): Alpine Operations Certificate Students, SKI 120, others by permission of Alpine Operations Director.

Credits: 4