The Medicine in Remote Areas Course (MIRA) has been developed to provide students who already have experience in Pre-Hospital Care with the added skills and knowledge to be able to deal with casualties in a remote environment. The course focuses on stabilization of the injured through to the knowledge and skills required for prolonged field care.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

• medics working in the oil/gas industry, the media industry,

• expedition and exploration personnel,

• medical support for disaster relief and humanitarian organizations,

• mountain rescue,

• search and rescue personnel.

The course structure is primarily based on providing the student with the fundamental skills required to manage a casualty in a remote/challenging environment.

THE SYLLABUS INCLUDES:

• Management of injuries from road traffic collisions, ballistics and violent assaults

• Oxygen therapy

• Intermediate and advanced airway management including surgical airways

• Life threatening chest injuries and management including needle decompression

• Circulatory system and Haemorrhage control

• Shock and fluid replacement (I.V & I.O)

• Head injuries

• Medical emergencies

• Fractures, dislocations and burns

• Environmental illnesses

• Remote area and prolonged patient care

It can be provided internationally and is open to students who have successfully completed a CEER/FPOS Intermediate qualification or equivalent.

CERTIFICATE EXPIRY: 3 YEARS

TIME : 60 HOURS (3-5 DAYS)

Prices and duration of the courses are individually matched to groups and individuals.

There is always the possibility to negotiate prices and customize our offerings to meet Your needs.