OEPR 2150 - Swift Water Rescue

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A course designed to teach river-running enthusiasts, Search and Rescue team members, and Emergency Responders skills related to safe travel and rescue in swift and moving water. Course content includes rope-rigging systems, rescuer/victim psychology and physiology, boat handling, patient trauma treatment, and swimming techniques. Successful completion of the course will result in Swift Water Rescue Technician I Certification.

(1.5 hrs lec 3 hrs lab)