Emergency First Aid (EFA)

About the Course

“Build Core Competencies to Lead Safely and Confidently in the Himalayas.” – NMLA

The Emergency First Aid (EFA) course is outdoor based 16 hour theoretical and practical course, excluding the evaluation. Evaluation will be 1 day or 8 hours, including theoretical write and practical scenario based.

Course Subject

• Principle of Fist Aid
• Prepare First Box
• Victim Assessment
• AMS/HAPE/HACE
• Hypothermia
• Frostbite/Snow Blindness
• Wound/Facture
• Unconscious Victim
• PAC Bag/Oxygen

Learning Objectives

“Everything You Need for a Complete, Hands-On Skills.” -NMLA

• Understand the fundamentals of safety for the Himalayas leading or guiding.
• Apply Emergency First Aid (EFA) techniques in diverse Saturations.
• Learn effective group leadership and risk management.
• Gain essential skills in emergency first aid and response.
• Benefits: Builds confidence for professional life.
• Practice ethical and sustainable tourism professional life principles.
• Prepare for UIMLA-aligned certification pathways.

What’s Included

• Certified instructors or Doctors.
• Course handbook.
• Course certificate.
• Group insurance during training duration.

Why Join This Course?

“Advance Your Guiding Career While Contributing to Responsible Mountain Tourism.” – NMLA

• Learn from UIMLA certified instructor and industrial experts or mentors.
• Enhance your credibility with professional navigator certification.
• Gain practical, field-tested skills.
• Network with fellow mountain enthusiasts.
• Benefits: Builds confidence for professional life.
• Contribute to safe and sustainable mountain tourism in worldwide.

Gallery of the Course

Relive the moments from previous Emergency First Aid (EFA) course events. From technical sessions to field, our gallery captures the spirit of learning, leadership, and connection with the mountains community.