Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Class 05/20/2024

Description

Date: 05/20/2024
Time: 12:00pm – 4:00pm (4 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:

Participants in this course will learn practical skills through a blend of theoretical instruction, demonstration, and hands-on practice. The curriculum is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and abilities to provide immediate care in cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the Chain of Survival: Learn the critical actions that improve the chances of survival in a chain of emergency care that includes early recognition, CPR, and rapid defibrillation.
• Perform CPR: Gain the skills to perform CPR on adults, children, and infants, including how to assess the situation, provide chest compressions, and deliver rescue breaths effectively.
• Use an AED: Learn how to operate an automated external defibrillator safely and effectively during a cardiac emergency for victims of all ages.
• Provide First Aid: Acquire the knowledge to respond to and manage an illness or injury in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. Topics include treating bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock, and other first aid emergencies.
• Choking Relief: Understand the procedures for relieving choking in adults, children, and infants, using back blows and abdominal thrusts.
• Prevent Disease Transmission: Learn precautions to prevent disease transmission while providing care.
• Emergency Preparedness: Discuss the importance of being prepared for emergencies, including having a well-stocked first aid kit and formulating an emergency action plan.

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for anyone interested in acquiring or updating their first aid, CPR, and AED skills to assist adults, children, and infants during emergencies. It is particularly beneficial for parents, caregivers, educators, community members, and workplace responders.

Duration:

The course typically lasts 3-4 hours, combining classroom-based learning with practical field exercises.

Certification:

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certification in Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, which is usually valid for two years. This certification confirms their ability to respond to emergencies and provide first aid, CPR, and AED assistance effectively.

Note:

Gaining skills in first aid, CPR, and AED is invaluable for everyone, as emergencies can happen anywhere and at any time. This training equips individuals with the confidence and competence to save lives, offering peace of mind in knowing they can provide critical assistance in moments of need. Regular refresher courses are recommended to maintain skills and stay updated with the latest guidelines.