First Aid
Course Description
This course includes instruction on recognizing the signs and symptoms of sudden illness or injury, and how to respond while maintaining your own safety. The course covers splinting fractures, control of bleeding, treatment of shock, as well as other emergency situations encountered by rescuers every day.
Who Should Take a First Aid Course?
The information provided in this First Aid course is vital to anyone in an athletic, professional, industrious, or educational environment. In addition to these professions, anyone in the general community will benefit from learning the most current First Aid techniques and standards.
Course Length, Content, & Cost
The First Aid course runs approximately 3 hours, depending on class size. The course includes a workbook for each participant, a video presentation, instructor-led discussions, instructor-led practice scenarios, and peer practice sessions. The course is offered for only $30 per participant. A minimum class cost of $300. Upon successful completion, each participant will receive a course completion card from EMS Safety Services, Inc. meeting OSHA, USDOT and the National Safety Council requirements.
Course Objectives
This First Aid course was developed to achieve an increase in awareness and prevention, by educating residents of the general community to phone 9-1-1 and administer first aid. By enhancing the lay rescuers knowledge of early access and first responder first aid, anyone who is part of an emergency situation will have the confidence and know-how to assist someone in need.
Course Agenda
The following topics will be covered for adults and children.
Legal and Moral Issues
The Good Samaritan Law
Gaining Consent
Scene Safety
Vital Signs
Types of Bleeding
Control of Bleeding and Shock
Personal Protective Equipment
Injury Assessment
Illness Assessment
Head and Neck Injuries
Chest and Abdominal Injuries
Eye Injuries
Fractures
Burns
Seizures
Poisoning
Heat and Cold Emergencies
Diabetic Emergencies
Bites and Stings; Allergic Reactions
Scenarios and Peer Practice
Evaluation of Practical Skills
Examination
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