Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Class 05/21/2024

Description

Date: 05/21/2024
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm (3 Hours)
Location: 871 Double Bridge Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29316 (Boiling Spring Library)
Meeting Room: Cudd and Eidsen Conference Room

Instructor: Kyle Koenig, CSP, EMT
Instructor Contact Info: (864) 385-8583

 

Affiliation: American Red Cross

Overview:

This course offers participants the opportunity to learn and practice critical lifesaving skills through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice. The curriculum is aimed at equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective and immediate care in cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies until advanced medical personnel arrive.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Perform CPR on Adults: Acquire the skills to perform CPR on adults, including assessing the victim, performing chest compressions, delivering rescue breaths, and using a bag-mask device.
• Use an AED: Learn the steps for operating an automated external defibrillator safely and effectively during a cardiac emergency involving an adult.
• Manage First Aid Emergencies: Gain the ability to recognize and respond to various first aid emergencies, such as bleeding, burns, fractures, seizures, and other sudden illnesses.
• Provide Choking Relief: Understand and apply the techniques for relieving choking in adults, employing back blows and abdominal thrusts.
• Prevent Disease Transmission: Become knowledgeable about universal precautions and the use of personal protective equipment to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens and other infectious diseases.
• Emergency Preparedness: Discuss the importance of being prepared for emergencies, including creating an emergency action plan and maintaining a well-stocked first aid kit.

Who Should Attend:

This course is highly recommended for anyone interested in learning how to provide first aid, CPR, and AED assistance to adults. It is especially beneficial for employees designated as workplace first responders, fitness and recreational staff, caregivers, and members of the community who want to be prepared for emergencies.

Duration:

The course typically lasts 3.5 hours, combining classroom-based learning with practical field exercises.

Certification:

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certification in Adult First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for two years. This certification demonstrates their capability to perform these lifesaving procedures effectively in emergency situations involving adults.

Note:

Learning how to respond effectively to adult emergencies with first aid, CPR, and AED skills is crucial for saving lives. This training not only enhances personal preparedness but also contributes to the safety and well-being of communities and workplaces. Regular updates and refresher courses are advised to keep skills current and to adapt to any changes in guidelines or best practices.