Invenio Training

15/01/2026

Outdoor First Aid Training 16hr
Practical, scenario-based outdoor first aid training for people who work or spend time beyond immediate help.

Suitable for:
Outdoor instructors & leaders
Teachers, schools & youth groups
Hillwalkers, climbers & adventurers

What to expect:
Hands-on, realistic outdoor scenarios
Nationally recognised certification
Delivered by an experienced outdoor & medical professional

Professional discounts & benefits available
Discount codes can be found via MTA, MIAs, BMC or Paddle UK — or sign up to our Pro Deal for additional benefits, including Lifesystems gear.

📍 Easy access from London

💷 £185 including VAT

🧰 As a Lifesystems stockist, a Lifesystems Nano First Aid Kit is included for the first 14 bookings made before 31 March 2026.

Upcoming public course dates:
📅 Wed/Thu 28–29 January – Buckinghamshire
📅 Sat/Sun 7–8 February – Oxfordshire
📅 Thu/Fri 19–20 February – Buckinghamshire

📩 Message me for details, private courses, or future dates

🌐 www.inveniotraining.co.uk

12/01/2026

Winter hypothermia isn’t really about temperature.

Most people still think hypothermia only happens in extreme cold.
Minus temperatures. Snowstorms. Harsh conditions.

In reality, many UK hypothermia cases happen in mild winter weather.

Why? Because hypothermia is about heat loss exceeding heat production — and temperature is only one part of that equation.

Wind strips heat rapidly through convection.
Rain and damp clothing collapse insulation.
Fatigue reduces movement and shivering.
Poor calorie intake limits heat generation.

Individually, these don’t feel dramatic.
Combined, they quietly overwhelm people.

This is why experienced outdoor professionals, walkers and students still get caught out — not through recklessness, but through underestimating cumulative risk.

If you work outdoors, supervise groups, or train others, this is a reminder that cold management is about systems, not just layers.

I’ve written a short, evidence-led blog explaining why wind, wetness, fatigue and fuel matter more than the thermometer — and how to manage them practically in UK winter conditions.

👉 https://www.inveniotraining.co.uk/blog/winter-hypothermia-it%E2%80%99s-not-just-about-temperature/

07/01/2026

Recent Resuscitation Council Changes (Outdoor & Schools)

🚑 Important first aid updates you need to know (2025)

The Resuscitation Council has released updated guidance that affects anyone responsible for children, young people, or groups outdoors.

This isn’t theory.
These changes directly impact:
• Outdoor instructors & leaders
• Teachers & school staff
• Duke of Edinburgh supervisors
• Anyone delivering or relying on first aid in real-world settings

I’ve broken the key updates down clearly in my latest blog, including:
✔️ Changes to airway management
✔️ Updated CPR guidance
✔️ Clear age definitions for infants, children & adolescents
✔️ What this means for outdoor environments and schools

No jargon.
No panic.
Just practical implications you should be aware of.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.inveniotraining.co.uk/blog/resuscitation-council-uk-2025-guidelines/

Because being qualified is good — but being current is essential.

16/10/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CXUeEp7Vb/

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE:
💙 The ERC - European Resuscitation Council is excited to announce the launch of the Guidelines on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 2025, which will take place on October 22, 2025, in Rotterdam. This event is a collaborative effort between the European Resuscitation Council, the American Heart Association and the ILCOR.
❤️ We are pleased to present a comprehensive program that highlights the latest advancements in resuscitation science and applied practice. Over 200 experts in resuscitation science will gather in person to mark this momentous event: the simultaneous release of the CPR Guidelines of the ERC and AHA, presented by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR).
💯 All the different sessions will be made available via live-stream in parallel, and at no cost to the viewer.
✅ Check our website for all the live stream links.
👉 https://www.erc.edu/save-the-date
👉 https://cprguidelines.eu/news
✅ PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL TIMES ARE LISTED IN CENTRAL EUROPEAN TIME (CET).
✅ NO PRE-REGISTRATION NEEDED.
🙏 We look forward to your participation and encourage you to join the sessions that interest you the most.

American Heart Association - CPR & First Aid

15/10/2025

It can be a very varied life being a self employed instructor and medic. This week I have worked on an ambulance, covered primary care supporting GP's, removed an ear bud from someone's ear and taught GP's and nurses BLS. Looking ahead, more primary care, a rugby festival and teaching first aid.

14/10/2025

“Don’t move them!” used to be the golden rule for spinal injuries — but wilderness medicine has moved on.

The latest guidance from the Wilderness Medical Society (2024) and UK ambulance services (RCSEd 2025) now focuses on spinal-cord protection, not rigid immobilisation.
✅ Self-extrication is often safer than being lifted.
✅ Airway and hypothermia take priority over “perfect stillness.”
✅ Collars and long boards are now for very limited use.

Read the full breakdown and good-practice checklist → See Comments Below

25/09/2025

⚠️ Does your workplace training really tick the compliance boxes?
Outdoor and adventure organisations have a duty to keep staff and clients safe — and regulators are looking for more than just a tick in the box.

We’ve just published a new blog breaking down what compliance really means (and how to make it easier for your team).

👉 Read here: https://www.inveniotraining.co.uk/blog/compliance-in-outdoor-education-why-it%E2%80%99s-the-backbone-of-safe-adventure/

Learn why compliance matters in outdoor education. OEAP guidance, EVAs, and first aid training keep staff, schools, and adventurers safe.

06/08/2025

🧠 "I’m fine!"
Famous last words after a knock on the head… but in the hills, fine isn’t good enough.

Whether it’s a trip, a fall, or a poorly ducked branch, head injuries can go from nothing to serious — fast. As an outdoor first aider, knowing how to spot the signs of concussion, when to evacuate, and how to monitor in the field could make all the difference.

🚨 Do they seem dazed?
🚨 Were they briefly unconscious?
🚨 Headache, nausea or just not quite right?

If in doubt, sit them out. The brain doesn’t bounce.

👉 Read our latest blog: Managing Head Injuries Outdoors – What Every Adventurer Should Know
https://www.inveniotraining.co.uk/blog/bumps-bangs-brain-rattles-managing-head-injuries-in-the-outdoors/

🩺 Learn practical first aid with us this summer – courses for outdoor leaders, hillwalkers, and expedition teams.

Managing head injuries in the field, red flags and signs of concussion. When to call for help.

06/08/2025

🚨 LAST CHANCE – Outdoor First Aid Courses This August 🚨
Just 2–3 spaces left on each course!
📅 27–28 August or 30–31 August
📍 Chiltern Hills – easy access from London & the South East
💷 NOW £90 (including VAT) – limited time offer!

If you work, volunteer, or explore in the outdoors, this 2-day hands-on course is a must.
✅ Real outdoor scenarios
✅ Meets NGB requirements (ML, RCI, DofE)
✅ 3-year certificate
✅ Delivered by experienced instructors

⏳ Spaces are nearly gone – book now!
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Outdoor First Aid Training. Aston Rowant Nature Reserve, nr High Wycombe, Marlow, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Perfect for instructors.

02/08/2025

🚑 Outdoor First Aid – 2-Day Courses in the Chiltern Hills 🥾🌲
📅 27–28 August and 30–31 August
📍 Easy access from London and the South East
💷 Only £110 (inc. VAT)
🖱️ Book online – spaces are limited!

Whether you're an outdoor instructor, group leader, Duke of Edinburgh supervisor, or simply love adventures in the wild – this course is for you.
Learn practical, hands-on first aid designed for remote settings, delivered by experienced professionals.

✅ Real-world outdoor scenarios
✅ Meets NGB requirements (ML, RCI, etc.)
✅ Certificate valid for 3 years

Don’t miss out – book now and be ready for whatever the outdoors throws your way.
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Outdoor First Aid Training. Aston Rowant Nature Reserve, nr High Wycombe, Marlow, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Perfect for instructors.