Hybrid Fundamentals of Search & Rescue
Course Dates: ONLINE Distance Learning Modules
Open 1 March 2024
Skills Day Dates:
25-27 October2024 (Maryland)
Cost: $350.00 per person
Duration: 56 Hours
The "Fundamentals of Search and Rescue" (FSAR) course is meticulously designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for effective participation in search and rescue (SAR) operations as a qualified Field Team Member (FTM). This course is foundational for those seeking to enter the field of SAR, providing a comprehensive overview of the strategies, techniques, and challenges involved in search and rescue missions. It lays the groundwork for understanding the complexities of SAR operations, including coordination with various agencies, navigation in diverse terrains, first aid in wilderness settings, and the legal and ethical dimensions of search and rescue activities.
The FSAR emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and critical thinking in emergency scenarios, ensuring that participants are not only skilled in individual SAR techniques but are also capable of working effectively in a team environment. The course's curriculum is structured to balance theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical exercises, enabling participants to apply learned concepts in real-world situations.
LODGING
Camping
There is No onsite camping
Hotels
There are several hotels and bed and breakfasts located near the park. All are about a 5-25 minute drive from the training site. Average hotel cost locally is $110 per night.
Multiple bed and breakfasts are also near the training area. Three are within a 20 minute drive This first ever hybrid distance learning training program will allow you to complete several of the lectures online and at your own pace! Allowing you to take less time away from home and only be required to travel for one weekend to complete the course!
Course Objectives:
Target Audience:
Those who complete this training program will receive:
- A large portion of their SARTech 2 Position task book completed.
- A FUNSAR Completion Certificate
- A Intermediate GPS Endorsement Certificate
NASAR SARTECH II EXAMINATION
The SARTECH II exam is an additional fee. Candidates wishing to test will upon successful completion of the course will be offered a discounted testing fee. The FUNSAR text book NOT included in course tuition. A valid Wilderness First Aid card will be required to complete the testing portion of this program.
Testing will take place on 28 October 2024.
ONLINE MODULES
All modules have associated quizzes!
- Introduction to the course
- Chp. 1 - Overview of SAR
- Chp. 2 - SAR Systems
- Chp. 4 - Legal & Ethical Issues in SAR
- Chp. 5 - SAR Physiology
- Chp. 6 - Survival
- Chp. 8 - Safety
- Chp. 7 - Clothing
- Chp. 9 - Equipment Overview
- Nav Section 1 - Basic Principles
- Nav Section 2 - Maps & Marginal Info
- Chp. 11 - Resources
25 Oct 24 - Full Day 1
1:00 - 9:00 pm EST
- NAV Sec. 3 - UTM / USNG
- NAV Sec. 4 - Course Plotting
- Day Navigation Course 1
- NAV Sec. 5 - intermediate GPS
26 Oct 24 - Full Day 2
11:00am - 10:00pm EST
- Search Techniques
- Search Exercise 1 & 2
- Chp. 13 - Tracking
- Night Navigation Problem
27 Oct 24 - Full Day 3
8:00am - 6:00pm EST
- Chp. 16 - Rescue Techniques
- Basic GPS Navigation w/ Problem
- Patient Assessment
- Rescue Problem
COURSE POLICIES
Registration Policy
Payment in full is required to reserve your spot in the course. Tuition is non-transferable and is payable by check, credit card, paypal, or money order. Tuition covers Instructor fee, syllabus license fee, course equipment, and NASAR certification cards. SRTC is not obligated to allow any student to attend a course until SRTC paperwork has been received, reviewed and approved by SRTC.
Payment in full is required to reserve your lodging for the course if you choose to utilize our lodging option.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
If a student cancels out of the course or withdrawals from a course:
A full refund will be given if we need to cancel the course for any reason.
Late Payment Policy
Participants that register and choose pay via company check or personal check must submit payment in a timely manner. Payment is due no later than 10 days after your registrations is submitted. If payment is not post marked prior to this date a late fee will be assessed. Late fees will either be invoiced separately or added to any outstanding balance.
SRTC & NASAR Student Agreements
(Including Assumption of Risks and Agreement of Release of Indemnity)
A course student agreement will be sent to you upon completion of registration. Please sign, return it and read it carefully as it affects your legal rights. Bring the signed document to the first day of the course or return it via email to [email protected]. If you are a minor, a parent or guardian must sign the document as well. Without a signed document, you cannot participate in the course. SRTC course participants, including minors, will have unsupervised free time throughout the course. Any activities during the free time are not part of the SRTC training program and are at the sole risk of the participant.
10/25/2024, 10/26/2024, 10/27/2024
Minimum: 1
Maximum: 20
Registration starts on 09/13/2024 and ends on 10/14/2024.
Please contact Sergeant Rescue if you have any questions.