TacMed Training Announces First Remote Casualty Care Course in Tasmania

TacMed Training is bringing our world-class Remote Casualty Care (RCC) program to Hobart for the first time, delivering a comprehensive 2-day course on 24-25 November 2025.

In remote operations, you don't get second chances. This intensive, hands-on course bridges the critical gap between basic first aid and advanced trauma care, and transforms participants into confident responders capable of managing life-threatening trauma when professional medical assistance is hours away.

Course Structure & Approach

Pre-Course Learning: Online modules and assessments ensure all participants arrive with foundational medical knowledge, maximising face-to-face training effectiveness.

Two-Day Intensive Training: Hands-on skill development, scenario-based training, and high-fidelity simulations replicating real-world emergencies. This immersive experience pushes participants beyond their comfort zone through realistic scenarios delivered by TacMed's expert remote medical instructors.

Our instructors bring diverse backgrounds from military, rescue, and pre-hospital care, ensuring participants develop confidence across a wide range of life-saving skills and principles. This isn't just training, it's preparation for critical moments when lives depend on your response.

Comprehensive Curriculum

MARCHE Patient Assessment Methodology: The RCC curriculum follows best practice guidelines using the proven MARCHE approach:

• Massive Haemorrhage – Tourniquets, wound packing, and haemostatic agents
• Airway – Basic airway management and positioning techniques
• Respiration – Chest injury management and vented chest seals
• Circulation – Shock management and blood loss control
• Head Injury & Hypothermia – Patient monitoring and protection strategies
• Evacuation – Patient movement and handover using IMIST protocol

Comprehensive Skills Training:

• Situational awareness and patient assessment
• Limb and junctional haemorrhage control
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation
• Management of anaphylaxis, asthma, and burns
• Pelvic and limb fracture management
• Spinal and head injury protocols
• Improvised treatment options for resource-limited environments
• Multiple casualty triage using "Ten Second Triage (TST)"
• Casualty movement and extrication techniques
• Extended casualty care principles and remote trip planning
• Communication planning, including aviation signalling (PACE)

Nationally Recognised Qualifications

Course completion includes:

• HLTAID009 – Provide CPR
• HLTAID010 – Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
• HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
• HLTAID013 – Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Site
• TacMed Training CPD Certificate

Additional Course Materials:

• Remote Casualty Care Quick Reference Card Set
• RCC Qualification Patch
• TacMed Casualty Card for field use

What Makes the RCC Program Different?

The Remote Casualty Care (RCC) program distinguishes itself from conventional remote or wilderness first aid courses by being specifically designed for real-world operations in high-risk, remote, austere, and resource-limited environments.

Unlike many generic remote first aid courses that focus on basic protocols with minimal operational context, RCC is mission-driven, trauma-centric, and grounded in internationally recognised best-practice guidelines, including those from Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC).

This course is not about ticking a box for first aid compliance. The RCC is a learning journey designed to prepare participants to respond with skill, confidence, and clarity under pressure. Whether managing traumatic injuries in isolated terrain or supporting prolonged field care with limited resources, RCC trains responders to make critical decisions when professional help is far away and every second truly counts.

Why Tasmania Needs This Training

Tasmania's diverse operational environments - from remote wilderness areas to offshore operations - demand specialised medical response capabilities. Whether you're responding to emergencies in the Tasmanian wilderness, conducting maritime operations, or managing incidents in isolated communities, this training provides the skills needed when traditional emergency medical services aren't immediately available.

The island's unique geographical challenges require responders who can think critically, act decisively, and manage prolonged care scenarios that mainland emergency services rarely encounter. This training addresses those specific operational realities.

Course Details

Dates: 24-25 November 2025

Location: Hobart, Tasmania

Investment: $995 (GST-free) 

Special Discounts & Enrolment

TacMed Training is excited to offer all AWEMS25 delegates and Tassy frontline workers an exclusive 20% discount to attend the Remote Casualty Care (RCC) Program in Hobart on 24–25 November 2025. 

Emergency Services Personnel:

• Tasmania Police
• Fire & Rescue Tasmania
• Ambulance Tasmania
• Airservices Australia
• State Emergency Service (SES)
• Surf Life Saving Tasmania
• Australian Defence Force (ADF)

Discount Verification:

• Proof required for the 20% discount:

  • AWEMS delegates please provide a copy of your AWEMS 2025 conference registration at the time of enrolment.
  • Emergency service & ADF personnel please submit either a copy of your workplace ID or a letter from your supervisor confirming your employment status.

Key Takeaways

Critical Training Priorities for Remote Operations:

✅ Mission-Critical Training: Bridges the gap between basic first aid and advanced trauma care for high-risk environments

✅ Expert Instruction: Military, rescue, and pre-hospital care backgrounds ensure real-world operational focus

✅ Comprehensive Curriculum: MARCHE methodology with hands-on scenarios and high-fidelity simulations

✅ National Qualifications: Four recognised certifications plus professional reference materials and patch

✅ Operational Focus: Designed for real-world operations, not compliance training or box-ticking exercises

✅ Limited Availability: Small class sizes ensure personalised instruction and hands-on practice

✅ Tasmania-Specific: Addresses unique geographical challenges and operational requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend the Remote Casualty Care course? The RCC is designed for emergency services personnel, outdoor professionals, security contractors, expedition leaders, and anyone operating in remote, high-risk, or resource-limited environments where advanced medical support isn't immediately available.

What's the difference between RCC and standard remote first aid courses? Unlike generic wilderness first aid, RCC is trauma-centric and mission-driven, incorporating tactical emergency casualty care principles. It focuses on real-world operational scenarios rather than basic compliance training, with emphasis on critical decision-making under pressure.

Are there prerequisites for attending? No specific medical background is required. The pre-course online modules ensure all participants arrive with foundational knowledge. However, participants should be prepared for physically and mentally challenging scenarios that push beyond comfort zones.

What happens if I miss the pre-course online learning? Pre-course completion is mandatory and must be finished before attending face-to-face training. This ensures maximum effectiveness during the intensive practical sessions and maintains training standards for all participants.

What should I bring to the course? Detailed equipment lists are provided upon enrolment. Generally, participants should bring practical outdoor clothing, sturdy footwear, and notebook materials. All medical training equipment and supplies are provided by TacMed.

Is there ongoing support after course completion? TacMed provides continued professional development opportunities and maintains contact with course graduates. The reference materials and casualty cards ensure ongoing access to critical information in field operations.

What if I need to cancel or reschedule? Cancellation and rescheduling policies are outlined during enrolment. Given limited class sizes, early notification is appreciated to allow other participants to secure spaces.

Spaces are extremely limited to ensure quality, hands-on instruction, so early registration is recommended!

For more information and enrolment: [CLICK HERE]

For questions about our courses, email: training@tacmedtraining.com.au

TacMed Australia: Depend on us when lives depend on you. Trusted medical equipment supplier to law enforcement and emergency services across Australia.