Swiftwater Rescue Techniques and Theory
Academic Noncredit

This is an intensive course covering the theoretical background and essential skills for responding to emergencies and rescues in a moving water environment. Explore swiftwater rescue professional avenues and the evidence basis for modern rescue techniques. Technical rescue skills and wilderness medical consideration are integrated in scenarios where students are challenged to work on individual skills while simultaneously demanding coordinated teamwork. Classroom theory is balanced with field practice.

This noncredit class meets with a regular University of Utah credit course.

Online book and material fees may be added up until the first week of class. Students may opt out during the first two weeks of class. For more information, visit the Campus Store Inclusive Access Program's webpage. If you opt out, you will be responsible for obtaining the course materials yourself for the course.