Fall 2015 Outdoor Emergency Care Course

This site covers the National Ski Patrol's Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) training course that's held in the San Francisco South Bay area each Fall. Details on registration, materials, preparation and location are located on the tabs above. Course updates are posted below as they are published.

Outdoor Emergency Care® is the National Ski Patrol’s award-winning training program for patrollers and others in the recreation community who deal with emergency situations. This nationally recognized program is designed to help you manage the toughest emergencies, in all seasons. Developed in the late 1980s for the 26,000 members of the National Ski Patrol, Outdoor Emergency Care is a training program that is tailored to the nonurban rescuer. Today, OEC is considered the standard of training for emergency care in the outdoor environment and is recognized by resorts and recreational facilities in all 50 states.

Monday, November 16, 2015

Congratulations New Patrollers!

When we started our class this last summer, we said one thing - train hard so game day is easy.  And you all did just that - committing countless hours at class, studying, and practicing.  

Speaking for the entire instructor crew, a huge congratulations to each and every one of you.  You did a great job.

Also a huge thanks to the all the patrollers who helped out with this year's class - those that helped at class, as well as those behind the scenes.  You are the people that made this class what it was and we could not have done it without you.

So all of you - patrollers new & old - take a moment to pat yourself on the back for a job well done.    ...and then check CMS.

See you all at the celebration BBQ next weekend.  Link to collection of class photos here.

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Final Practical Exam

Congratulations, candidates, on a job well done on the written final exam.  All passed, and we're looking forward to the practical final this Saturday.

As we discussed in class, here are some key things to keep in mind for Saturday (and beyond).  See you all in class Thursday night for our final tune-up.


Thursday, November 5, 2015

Mass Casualty Night a Success!

Great job candidates!  And a huge thanks to all the volunteers.  We had an excellent turnout for the event and I I think we can all say we achieved our goals of a) creating a great learning experience and b) having some fun doing it.  Pics & video, below.