First Aid and CPR Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to First Aid and CPR

• Importance of first aid and CPR
• Legal and ethical considerations
• Understanding emergency situations
• Roles and responsibilities of a first responder

Module 2: Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Chain of survival
• Scene assessment and safety
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adults, children, and infants
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) usage
• Recovery position

Module 3: Managing Medical Emergencies

• Recognizing and responding to heart attacks and strokes
• Dealing with breathing emergencies (choking, asthma attacks, etc.)
• Managing seizures and diabetic emergencies
• Shock management

Module 4: Managing Trauma

• Bleeding control techniques
• Wound care and bandaging
• Managing fractures, sprains, and dislocations
• Head, neck, and spinal injuries

Module 5: Special Situations

• Responding to burns and electrical injuries
• Poisoning and overdose management
• Hypothermia and heat-related illnesses
• Emergency childbirth basics

Module 6: Practical Skills Assessment

• CPR demonstration and practice
• AED usage
• Managing simulated emergency scenarios

Course Objectives

1. Equip participants with the knowledge and skills to assess and respond to medical and trauma-related emergencies effectively.
2. Develop the ability to perform CPR and use an AED confidently.
3. Promote safety and prevention strategies for minimizing the risk of emergencies.
4. Foster a sense of responsibility and readiness to act in emergency situations.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Assess emergency scenes and ensure personal and bystander safety.
2. Perform high-quality CPR on adults, children, and infants.
3. Operate an AED safely and effectively.
4. Recognize signs and symptoms of common medical emergencies, such as heart attacks, strokes, and breathing issues, and provide appropriate care.
5. Manage wounds, fractures, and other injuries using first-aid techniques.
6. Demonstrate preparedness and quick decision-making in diverse emergency scenarios.

Methodology

1. Interactive Lectures:
   • Visual aids, videos, and real-life case studies to enhance understanding.
2. Hands-On Practice:
   • Use of mannequins for CPR and AED training.
   • Practice applying bandages, splints, and other first-aid techniques.
3. Scenario-Based Learning:
   • Role-playing and simulations of various emergency situations.
4. Group Discussions and Problem-Solving:
   • Collaborative analysis of scenarios to improve critical thinking.
5. Assessment:
   • Skills testing through practical demonstrations and quizzes.
6. Feedback and Reinforcement:
   • Constructive feedback from instructors after practical exercises.