Scorpion Sting First Response Course

The essential scorpion sting first response course teaches the fundamentals of the scorpion sting rest response framework. This course covers the following topics of scorpions and scorpion stings in Southern Africa:

• Introduction To scorpion sting first response.
• Our relationship with scorpions.
• Venom and the venomosity rule of thumb.
• Dangerous scorpions.
• Scorpion sting symptoms.
• Factors influencing symptom severity.
• Scorpion stings in animals.
• Essential scorpion sting first response.
• Where to ask for help?
• Scorpion sting closing thoughts.

Course duration is 2 hours in length and consists of a 40 minute presentation followed by an interactive workshop. Participants write a 50 question multiple choice assessment. All participants will receive a certificate according to their results. The pass mark for this course is 60%. Supporting Resources are available. 

• 2 hours course.
• Presentation.
• Interactive workshop.
• Assessment.
• Certificate.

• A fundamental understanding of scorpions and scorpion stings.
• Reduce the chance of being stung by a scorpion. 
• Ensure the best possible outcome for stings in humans and animals (pets). 

• Field guides & Adventure guides.
• Honorary rangers and conservation volunteers.
• Hikers, hunters, 4x4 enthusiasts.
• Snake removers. 
• Conservationists.
• Wildlife housing estate owners.