Upcoming Wilderness Medicine Courses

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Aug 22, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026 | Portland, OR, USA

4 Hours: 0 Online + 4 In-Person

LISTING ID: L5106

Overview

This fully in-person Basic Life Support (BLS) class offers professional-level CPR & AED certification for EMS, firefighters, medical students, clinic and hospital providers.
It's also open to the general public. No prerequisites are required.

What You'll Learn

You'll learn and practice high-quality CPR compressions, AED use, and how to respond to choking emergencies for all ages.

Includes

• Course completion card, valid for two years

Instructor's Note

The “Stop the Bleed” course is designed to teach individuals how to respond effectively to bleeding emergencies. It’s a crucial skill set for both everyday situations and emergencies, helping to control severe bleeding until professional medical help arrives. Here’s an overview of what you can expect from the course:

• Recognize Bleeding: Understand the types of bleeding (arterial, venous, capillary) and how to identify severe bleeding.
• Apply Direct Pressure: Learn how to use cloths or bandages to apply pressure directly to the wound.
• Use Tourniquets: Understand when and how to apply a tourniquet to control severe arterial bleeding from limbs.
• Pack Wounds: For severe bleeding that doesn’t respond to direct pressure, learn how to pack the wound with gauze to control bleeding.
• Manage Shock: Recognize signs of shock (e.g., pale skin, rapid pulse) and learn how to manage it by keeping the person calm and comfortable, and elevating their legs if possible.
• Hands-On Practice: Practice techniques using realistic scenarios and mannequins to gain confidence and skill in controlling bleeding.

This course is two hours in length. All students will receive a certificate of completion upon completing the course. The class is taught by a licensed EMT, experienced in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Advanced Bleeding Control instruction, certified by the American College of Surgeons and the Department of Defense. Parking is free. Class Minimum: 4 students
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This course is offered by Scott Mize.

Scott Mize is a founding member of NW Survival LLC.

His credentials include:

Licensed NREMT
Associate Wilderness Medicine
Wilderness EMT
Certified WFR Instructor
TECC
Survival Med Instructor
Stop the Bleed® Instructor
Tri-County MRC Collaborative
Certified Rescue Diver
Certified S.A.F.E. Instructor
MACE® Civilian Instructor
HSI Level 3 Instructor
AHA Certified BLS/First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor ID: 01221012895
American Red Cross: BLS Instructor – 00TSC60
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor – 00TSC6H
ARS: WO7NWS
GMRS: WRCB668
Oregon ARES
CERT Trainer
FEMA Certifications
SARTECH Certifications
PFA Certifications
Pediatric Disaster Response and Emergency Preparedness certified
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