Topics include:
- Adult CPR and The Emergency Action Steps
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Prioritizing Care
- Use of Barrier devices… Bleeding Control…Tourniquets
- Conscious and Unconscious Choking, Burns and Shock
- Heat and Cold related emergencies and Sudden Illness
- Injuries to muscles, bones and joints
Participants should:
- be at least 15 years of age (exceptions can be made by training coordinator)
- be able to complete strenuous activities (such as bending, lifting, kneeling, etc)
As a result of the course, participants will complete:
- First Aid and receive a 2-year card.
- CPR and receive a 2-year card.
This course DOES NOT provide:
- First aid merit badge - Infant CPR training
NOTE: CPR or First Aid may be taken separately but the cost is the same for all or part of a class. The exact start time of First Aid varies. CPR typically lasts 3 hours.
