WALX & Nordic Walking UK has teamed up with two great first aid providers who have created courses specifically meeting your needs as an instructor or leader. The courses cover the required content of Emergency First Aid at Work certification while bringing this alive by applying the skills outdoors. 

For great outdoor courses nationwide, take a look at Adventure First Aid’s outdoor courses. There is a 6-hour course for instructors and leaders, and a more comprehensive 2-day course for those who want to further develop their practical skills further or who will be delivering in more remote locations. To receive the WALX & NWUK discount on these courses, take a look at the website but get in touch with education@walx.co.uk to book your course. 

 If you live in the south-east, take a look at the 1-day First Aid for Nordic Walking UK Instructors and Leaders course with METT Ltd, based in Leighton Buzzard. Book directly and let them know you are a WALX or Nordic Walking UK professional.  

1-day: First Aid for WALX & NWUK Instructors & Leaders 

Ideal for those leading walks and classes in urban and semi-rural areas where the ambulance coverage is good, and you will be reached relatively easily in the event of an emergency. While slightly different in content, this training is provided by both METT Ltd and Adventure First Aid. 

Course content 

• Dealing with emergency situations 
• Initial assessment 
• Secondary assessment and dealing with the unconscious casualty 
• CPR 
• Dealing with bleeding injuries 

• Dealing with soft tissue injuries (sprains and strains) 
• The METT course also covers head & neck injuries, broken bones and choking 
• Practical scenario training 

2-day: Outdoor First Aid 

The Outdoor First Aid course covers the longer-duration care of casualties in more remote settings. The course is suitable for outdoor enthusiasts and those working in the outdoor industry, and is approved by the British Canoe Union, British Association of Snowsport Instructors and the Royal Yachting Association and is recognised by Mountain Leader Training and British Cycling. 

This course is only offered by Adventure First Aid. Remember to book with education@walx.co.uk to benefit from the full discount. 

This course is delivered over 2 days. 

Course content 

As for the 1-day courses PLUS more time spent on practical scenario training and stabilising and transporting the casualty.