Adult & Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification [3Hr. 30Min.] Classroom

Adult & Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification [3Hr. 30Min.] Classroom

Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification is an important credential that equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to respond to medical emergencies effectively. This certification typically covers life-saving techniques for both adults and children, and it's often required for certain jobs, volunteer positions, and for general preparedness.

Key Topics Covered in Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification:

# 1. **CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) **
   - **Adult CPR**: How to perform chest compressions, rescue breaths, and use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on an adult.
   - **Pediatric CPR**: Modifications to CPR techniques when performing them on infants (under 1 year old) and children (1-8 years old).
   - **Choking**: How to help someone who is choking, including techniques for both adults and children.

# 2. **First Aid for Medical Emergencies**
   - **Basic Wound Care**: How to treat cuts, scrapes, burns, and blisters.
   - **Bleeding Control**: Techniques for stopping bleeding, including applying pressure and using bandages.
   - **Shock Management**: How to recognize and manage shock, which can occur due to severe injury or illness.
   - **Severe Allergic Reactions (Anaphylaxis)**: How to recognize and respond to an allergic reaction, including the use of epinephrine.
   - **Seizures**: How to respond to a person having a seizure.

# 3. **Specific Situations for Children and Infants**
   - **Infant Care**: Adjustments to CPR and first aid techniques for infants (under 1 year old).
   - **Child Safety**: How to recognize and treat common injuries and conditions affecting children, such as poisoning, head injuries, and febrile seizures.
   - **Breathing Emergencies**: How to recognize and respond to respiratory distress in both children and infants.

# 4. **Basic Safety and Prevention**
   - **Preventing Injury**: Strategies for avoiding accidents at home, in the workplace, and during recreational activities.
   - **CPR Safety**: Guidelines for providing CPR safely without causing further harm to the victim or yourself.

Certification Process:
To obtain Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification, you will:

1. **Take a Course**: Attend a course offered in-person or online.
2. **Complete Training**: Successfully complete the training, which may include lectures, videos, hands-on practice, and assessments.
3. **Pass a Skills Test**: Demonstrate your ability to perform CPR, first aid, and other emergency techniques during a practical skills evaluation.
4. **Receive Certification**: Once you pass the written exam and skills test, you’ll receive certification that typically lasts for 2 years. Continuing education may be required to maintain your certification.

 Importance of CPR/First Aid Certification:
- **Life-saving**: It prepares you to respond in emergency situations and can help save lives.
- **Workplace Safety**: Many employers require their staff to have CPR/First Aid certification, particularly in healthcare, childcare, teaching, and public safety roles.
- **Confidence in Emergencies**: Knowing how to respond in an emergency situation gives you the confidence to act quickly and appropriately.
- **Community Impact**: Being certified means you can potentially help your family, friends, and community in critical situations.