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Takes the student on an enlightened over view of first aid and its application in today's world. It is fun, entertaining and informative. This course covers;

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Takes the student on an enlightened over view of first aid and its application in today's world. It is fun, entertaining and informative. This course covers;

  1. Origins and definition of First Aid
  2. Standards for First Aid Kits
  3. Breathing Emergencies
  4. Sudden Illness
  5. Environmental Illness
  6. Soft Tissue Illness (Bleeding)
  7. Bone and Joint Injuries

This course meets all requirements of the 2010consensus. If you are interested in certification, contact us at the Arthur Jackson CTC website.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Treatment and care of wounds
  • Burns
  • Sudden illness
  • Environmental illness
  • Bone injuries
  • Breathing emergencies
  • And much, much, more

Syllabus

First Aid

Upcoming course lectures outlined

The history and evolution of First Aid

Discussion of standards for First Aid kits

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External Breathing Emergencies- Choking

Discussion of Seizures, Allergic Reactions, and Poisoning

Discussion of Diabetes and Stroke

Discussion of body temperature controll

Discussion of wounds and burns

Discussing Bone and Joint Injuries

Summarizes the course material in lectures 1-9

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Provides an overview of the history of First Aid, and explores how it has evolved over time
Includes a discussion on the importance of having appropriate First Aid kits in various settings
Explores the causes and symptoms of external breathing emergencies, and provides steps on how to respond to them
Discusses various sudden illnesses, including seizures, allergic reactions, and poisoning, as well as how to recognize and manage them
Provides an overview of environmental illnesses, including heat stroke, hypothermia, and frostbite
Covers different types of soft tissue injuries, including bleeding, lacerations, and abrasions, and how to properly manage them

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First aid course

According to students, this First Aid course provides engaging lectures with helpful information, but it could benefit from additional quizzes to test understanding. Some learners have encountered errors in the subtitles.

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in First Aid with these activities:
First Aid Workshop
Attend a hands-on workshop led by certified instructors to enhance your practical skills and knowledge.
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  • Identify and register for a reputable first aid workshop.
  • Attend the workshop and actively participate in the demonstrations and practice sessions.
  • Obtain a certificate of completion or recognition.
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Career center

Learners who complete First Aid will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Paramedic
Paramedics are highly skilled medical professionals who provide advanced life support and emergency care in pre-hospital settings. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Medical Technicians are critical in providing first aid and emergency medical care in a variety of settings. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistants are licensed healthcare professionals who provide medical care under the supervision of a physician. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurses provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in a variety of settings. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Firefighter
Firefighters are responsible for protecting lives and property from fires and other emergencies. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Police Officer
Police Officers are responsible for enforcing the law and protecting the public. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Coach
Coaches are responsible for teaching and training athletes in a variety of sports. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Teacher
Teachers are responsible for educating students in a variety of subjects. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Lifeguard
Lifeguards are responsible for supervising and protecting swimmers in a variety of aquatic settings. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Camp Counselor
Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising and caring for children and youth in a variety of camp settings. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Retail Worker
Retail Workers are responsible for assisting customers and selling products in a variety of retail settings. This course may be useful by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Construction Worker
Construction Workers are responsible for building and repairing a variety of structures. This course may be useful by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Warehouse Worker
Warehouse Workers are responsible for receiving, storing, and shipping products in a variety of warehouse settings. This course may be useful by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Factory Worker
Factory Workers are responsible for operating machinery and assembling products in a variety of industrial settings. This course may be useful by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.
Customer Service Representative
Customer Service Representatives are responsible for providing customer service and support in a variety of industries. This course may be useful by providing an overview of first aid, including topics such as breathing emergencies, sudden illness, and bone and joint injuries.

Reading list

We've selected 12 books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in First Aid.
The American Red Cross First Aid Manual provides fundamental information for first aid treatment and good additional reading for this course.
Provides an overview of the National Incident Management System, which is essential knowledge for first responders and emergency managers.
Provides an introduction to mental health first aid, offering guidance on how to recognize and respond to mental health crises.
Valuable resource for learners interested in chemical emergencies, providing guidance on prevention and response.
Provides comprehensive information on the prevention and treatment of electrical injuries.

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