[philmont] Wilderness First Aid

I called Betty at philmont office in NM and she told me directly that I was
exempt. I am going to take the class anyway and have arranged to become an
instructer. then I plan to teach the course to the members of my crew in 2
hour increments over several weeks to make the experience a bit easier for
the teenagers ( and other non medical adults)

kirk maes.

On 3/6/08, David & Kristy Barkdull <dkbarkdull@charter.net> wrote:
>
> What is the source of your statement "only Physicians are exempt". This
> is the first I've heard of this. IF this is true this would be a great
> relief to us because we have several physicians going with us.
>
> Thanks, Dave
>
> kirk maes wrote:
> > Don't forget that there is a new requirement this year for Wilderness
> > First Aid. At least one (if not more) crew members needs to take the
> > course and be wilderness first aid certified. This is a 16 hour course
> > that you can usually get through your local American Red Cross
> > Chapter. As far as I know only Physicians are exempt. Nurses, EMTs,
> > Paramedics and Fireman are still on the hook despite their experience.
> >
> > Kirk Maes, MD
> > (taking the course in April despite my potential exempt status)
>
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