SOLO WFR COURSE
JANUARY 3rd -11th, 2013
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
WACO, TEXAS
COURSE SPECIFICS
Cost: SOLO WFR - $500 and (Optional) Red Cross CPR additional $50
Deposit: $200 to secure your spot, Balance due December 14th by 5:00pm.
Provider: This course is taught by SOLO one of the most recognized names
in the wilderness medicine community, and the longest running Wilderness
Medicine Training Company in the World. www.soloschools.com
Host: Baylor University Outdoor Adventure is offering this course in Central
Texas at our campus in Waco. This course is open to all students, faculty, staff,
and public who are interested in learning more about wilderness medicine and
being prepared for emergencies. We are offering this course on the convenient
break before school starts. Come join us!
Who is the WFR For?
The WFR is the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip leader who
wants an intermediate level of medical training for extended trips with family,
friends, and outdoor groups. It also meets the ACA and BSA guidelines.
What is taught?
This WFR is a minimum of 72 hours long and focuses on the basic skills of:
Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental
Emergencies, Survival Skills, Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies.
Text Book
Students will receive the SOLO WFR Text book on day 1. This is a full color
textbook that covers the curriculum for the WFR course. The book is
illustrated with photos, drawing and diagrams designed to make learning easy.
Is there an exam?
Yes. There is ongoing evaluation of practical skills, and there are written
assessments throughout the course and a Final Exam at the end.
Do I get certified?
Yes. Upon passing the exam and practical skill assessment you will receive a
SOLO WFR certification, which is good for three years.
How do I recertify?
You may take either a 2-day WFR Refresher Course or a 2-day WFA course.
Does the WFR count as continuing education?
The WFR typically counts as continuing education credits, although it may depend on what
certification you have. Street EMTs who take the WFR course may become certified as
Wilderness EMTs. Within the first year of completing a SOLO WFR, students may enroll in
a SOLO WEMT Part II Module (the last two weeks of a WEMT course) to get their WEMT
certification (they must pass practical and written EMT exams). Call 603-447-6711 for
further information.
WFR COURSE TOPICS
Anatomy & Physiology (A & P) of Respiratory System and Cardiothoracic Region
A & P of the Cardiovascular System
A & P of the Central Nervous System
A & P of the Gastrointestinal System and Genitourinary System
A & P of the Integumentary System
A & P of the Musculoskeletal System
Abdominal Pain
Abdominal Trauma
Allergic Reactions
Altitude-Related Injuries
Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
Bites & Stings: Animals & Plants
Bivouac Skills
Bloodborne Pathogens & Infectious Disease
Body Systems: Anatomy & Physiology
Burns
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Changes in Level of Consciousness
Chest Pain
Chest Trauma
Cold-Related Injuries
Common Expedition Problems
CPR Considerations in the Remote Environment
CPR Practical Exam
Diabetic Emergencies
Dislocations & Reduction Techniques
Drowning-Related Injuries
Environmental Emergencies
Fractures & Splinting Techniques
Group Preventative Medicine
Head Trauma
Heat-Related Injuries
History Taking & SAMPLE
Improvising Litters
Leadership in a Backcountry
Emergency Lifting & Moving Techniques
Lightning-Related Injuries
Long-Term Patient Care
Long-Term Management of the Shock Victim
Long-Term Wound Care
Medical Emergencies
Medical Emergencies and Patient Assessment
Medicolegal Issues
Mock Rescue
Organizing the Rescue
PAS in the Extreme Environment
Patient Assessment System (PAS)
Poisoning
Primary Survey: "The First Five Minutes"
Prudent Heart Living
Role of the Wilderness First Responder
Secondary Survey & Vital Signs
Shock & Bleeding Control
Shortness of Breath
SOAPnote & Getting Help
Soft Tissue Injuries & Bandaging Skills
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Cord Injury Management
Splinting Practice
Sprains & Strains
Techniques of CPR & CPR Skills
The Anatomy of a Backcountry Crisis
The Ten Essentials
Use of Epinephrine
Wilderness Stabilization & Bivouac
Wilderness versus Urban First Responder
Wilderness First Responder Practical Exam
Wilderness First Responder Written Exam
Rough Itinerary
Thursday, January 3rd 9:00am-5:00pmo Intros
o Course Goals
o Patient Assessment System
o Primary Survey
o Practice Skills
6:30pm-10:00pm- Red Cross CPR w/AED (Optional, additional $50)
Friday, January 4th 8:00am-5:00pmo Scenarios
o SOAP Notes
o A&P Cardiovascular System
o CPR &AED
Saturday, January 5th –
8:00am-5:00pmo Review
o Shock & Bleeding Control
o Bandaging Lecture & Skills Lab
o A&P of Skin & Burns
o Wound Care
o Musculoskeletal Injuries
o Mini-Lectures
o Simulations & Skill Practice
Sunday, January 6th –
2:00pm-6:00pmo Review
o Fractures
o Sprains/Strains/Dislocations
o Shock & Bleeding Control
o Bandaging Lecture & Skills Lab
o A&P of Skin & Burns
o Wound Care
o Musculoskeletal Injuries
o Mini-Lectures
o Simulations & Skill Practice
Monday, January 7th –
8:00am-5:00pmo Review
o A&P Respiratory System
o Traction Splints
o Heat & Cold Injuries
o Near Drowning
o Simulations & Skill Practice
Tuesday, January 8th –
8:00am-5:00pmo Review
o North American Bites & Stings
o Anaphylaxis
o Simulations & Skill Practice
Wednesday, January 9th –
8:00am-6:00pmo Review
o Group Preventative Medicine
o Poisoning
o Litter Packaging
o Improvised Rescue Equipment
o Group Management Skills
o Altitude
o Mock Rescue
Thursday, January 10th –
8:00am-5:00pmo Review of Mock Rescue
o Medical Emergencies
o Asthma
o Diabetes
o Skills Workshop
o WILD Practical Prep
Friday, January 11th –
8:00am-5:00pmo Review
o WILD Practical (am)
o Written FINAL Exam (after lunch)
o Course Closure
o Evaluations
o Graduation
HOW TO SIGN UP
Accepted forms of Payment:
Credit Card: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express
Personal Check or USPS Money Order
Bear Bucks
Payroll Deduct for Faculty & Staff
Cash
You can pay at the Baylor University McLane Student Life Center Front Desk
or if you are not local you can mail a personal check or USPS Money Order.
Total Balance due by December 14th at 5:00PM.
Please make payment out to:
Baylor University
Please send payment to:
Attn: Mark B. Mullert
Coordinator for Outdoor Adventure
Baylor University
One Bear Place #97100
Waco, Texas 76798-7100
For Questions on Payment Options or Course Details Please Contact:
Mark Mullert
Coordinator for Outdoor Adventure
254.710.7606 office
254.710-3418 fax
[email protected]
OR
Cody Schrank
Assistant Director for Campus Recreation- Outdoor Adventure
254.710.7615 office
[email protected]
LOGISTICS
When to arrive:
Ideally you should arrive in the evening before the course to get a good night
sleep and prepare you for a few long days in and out of the classroom If you
are local and want to show up at 8:30am on January 3rd that would be great.
Please be on time. We have a certain number of hours of curriculum to cover
and we will not have time to make up lectures.
The course will start promptly at 9:00am
Where:
The course will be held in the classroom on the 3rd floor of the McLane
Student Life Center, Room 308. Please show up a little early if you are not
familiar with the campus. A link to the Campus Map can be found here. We
are in building number 77 on the map.
Directions:
The McLane Student Life Center is located at 209 Speight Avenue, Waco, TX
76798
From I-35 exit University Parks Drive towards Baylor Campus
Drive down University Parks Drive
Right on Bagby Avenue
Right on Speight Avenue- we are the second building on the right with
the Bronze Bear in front.
Where can I eat?
The dining halls will have limited hours during this time. There are a number
of local restaurants 5 minutes away that you can eat at including:
Fast Food- Arby’s, McDonald’s, Whataburger, etc…
Sandwiches- Food for Thought (local & healthy), Subway, Schlotzsky’s
Bar-B-Q- Rudy’s & Vitek’s (local)Most days we will break between
Noon and 1pm and you will have roughly an hour for lunch. On night
one we will have an optional Red Cross CPR after dinner for those of
you that need it.
Mexican- Taqueria Zacateca’s (local, affordable, & awesome), Taco
Cabana, Ninfa’s (sit down)
What about Housing?
Sorry we cannot provide housing for this course but would be glad to direct
you to local campground, hotel, or bed and breakfast that fits your budget.
Please ask us for the best local recommendations if you are travelling from out
of town.
Where can I camp?
Lake Waco Airport Park- It is right on the water, has nice facilities, and is about
a 15 minute drive from campus. $12-$24 a night.
What to Expect:
Long days of learning new skills, possibly being outside for half the day,
studying at night, cold weather, possible rain or snow, tons of fun.
WHAT TO BRING
You should plan to wear or have with you clothing that will be appropriate to
the season and location where you will be taking your course. Weather
permitting; we will be spending a significant portion of the class time out-ofdoors. The following List is to SUPPLEMENT the clothing you will be
wearing and is to be considered a minimum. You are free to supplement it with
anything else you would normally carry. You will be using your equipment to
provide care, build splints, and to keep yourself and OTHERS warm.
Required
The following items should be packed for each class
___Raingear Tops and Bottoms (no ponchos)
___Warm Hat (synthetic* or wool)
___1 Pair Warm Gloves or Mittens (synthetic* or wool)
___Long Underwear Tops and Bottoms (synthetic* or wool)
___Warm Top and Bottom Layer (synthetic* or wool)
___2 Pair Warm Socks (synthetic* or wool)
___Pack (2500 cu. in. or larger) i.e. bigger than most school packs
___2 Water Bottles (1 liter/quart or larger)
___Hiking Boots or Sturdy Tennis Shoes (NOTE: No Crocs or Flip Flops)
___Notebook with Pen/Pencil
*Polyester or Polypropylene (Capilene, Bergelene, Dri-Clime, etc.)
*We do not recommend cotton.
*EXPECT YOUR CLOTHES TO GET DIRTY
Highly Recommended
___Watch With Second Hand (or digital with seconds)
___Headlamp or Flashlight (don’t forget extra batteries and bulbs)
___Pocket Knife or Leatherman
___Sunglasses
___Sleeping Pad (ensolite, Thermarest, Ridgerest, etc.)
___40’ Small Diameter Cord (550 Parachute Cord works fine)
___10’x10’ 4-6 mil Plastic Tarp
Other Considerations
___Rock Climbing Gear- for Climbing at the ROCK Wall after class
___Mountain Bike- Cameron Park has some of the best riding in Texas and is
only 5 minutes from Campus.
SOLO WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER APPLICATION
Name: ________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________
City:
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State/Zip: _____________________________________________________________
Use this mailing address until: ____________________________________________
Permanent address (if different from above):
________________________________________________________________
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Telephone (days): ________________________________________________________
Evenings: _______________________________________________________________
E-mail address: __________________________________________________________
Please describe any experience you have had with Wilderness Medicine in the past.
Have you taken a course before? Are you CPR Certified?
________________________________________________________________
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Why are you interested in taking this course?
____________________________________________
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What are you hoping to learn from the course/What are your course expectations?
________________________________________________________________
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Method of Payment (please check one): Credit Card (in person only) ________ Bear Bucks(in person)
__________Money Order or Cashier’s Check_________
Personal Check_________
To complete the application process:
You must submit the following items by Dec. 14th at 5:00PM
•Course Application Form
•Health and Consent to Treat Form
•Liability Release Form
•Payment in Full ($200 deposit to secure your spot, $300 balance
due 12/14)