
You never know when you'll find yourself in an accident or emergency health situation. When your action or inaction can mean the difference between life or death, it's important to always be prepared. Learn the basics of first aid and CPR in this online training course.
In CPR and First Aid, you’ll learn practical tips and techniques used by the experts. In five modules, this course covers first aid basics such as treating wounds or someone in shock, as well as the science behind CPR and how to successfully perform it.
While this course will not provide you with a formal qualification to practice professionally, it is a great starting point. Get the tools and training you need to handle emergency situations today.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Module 1: Introduction And History
- History of First Aid
- How First Aid has evolved
- History of CPR
- Success Rates
Module 2: First Aid Basics
- Cleansing and treating wounds
- Creating a splint
- Creating a tourniquet
- Treating someone in shock
- Administering injections
Module 3: The Science Of CPR
- Situations of need
- Physiology of CPR
- Making the decision
Module 4: Preparing For CPR
- Evaluate the situation
- Check for responsiveness
- Call for help
- Survey the area for helpful tools
Module 5: Performing CPR
- Head tilt, chin lift
- Clearing the airway
- Giving compressions
- Rescue breathing
- Using an AED
Who is this course for?
- Group leaders, employers, sports coaches, and teachers who need to handle accidents to prevent a medical situation from getting worse
- Parents who want to confidently help their children when they cut themselves or fall due to their playful nature
- Responsible adults who understand the importance of acting on life-saving injuries fast before the emergency services arrive
Career path
This first aid course is not a formal qualification to practice professionally. However, it could spark an interest in a healthcare career, such as studying further to be a first responder, registered nurse, or caregiver.
Deberás completar cada módulo en su totalidad y responder a los exámenes al final de cada módulo del curso. Si tu tasa de aprobación supera el 55% en cada examen, estarás calificado para acceder a un certificado de consecución u otras opciones de acreditación para reconocer tu éxito.
La mayoría de nuestros cursos te otorgarán créditos a través de Educación Continua (CE) / Desarrollo Profesional Continuo (CPD). Los puntos CE/CPD son aceptados y reconocidos por entidades profesionales e instituciones académicas en Estados Unidos e internacionalmente.
Además, todos nuestros cursos están acreditados por el Consejo Internacional de Estándares Educativos en Línea (www.icoes.org) y la Asociación Internacional de Colegios de Carrera Privada (www.iapcc.org). Al completar con éxito un curso, los estudiantes pueden optar a adquirir un certificado ICOES que reconoce el éxito mediante esta institución externa.
You never know when you'll find yourself in an accident or emergency health situation. When your action or inaction can mean the difference between life or death, it's important to always be prepared. Learn the basics of first aid and CPR in this online training course.
In CPR and First Aid, you’ll learn practical tips and techniques used by the experts. In five modules, this course covers first aid basics such as treating wounds or someone in shock, as well as the science behind CPR and how to successfully perform it.
While this course will not provide you with a formal qualification to practice professionally, it is a great starting point. Get the tools and training you need to handle emergency situations today.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Module 1: Introduction And History
- History of First Aid
- How First Aid has evolved
- History of CPR
- Success Rates
Module 2: First Aid Basics
- Cleansing and treating wounds
- Creating a splint
- Creating a tourniquet
- Treating someone in shock
- Administering injections
Module 3: The Science Of CPR
- Situations of need
- Physiology of CPR
- Making the decision
Module 4: Preparing For CPR
- Evaluate the situation
- Check for responsiveness
- Call for help
- Survey the area for helpful tools
Module 5: Performing CPR
- Head tilt, chin lift
- Clearing the airway
- Giving compressions
- Rescue breathing
- Using an AED
Who is this course for?
- Group leaders, employers, sports coaches, and teachers who need to handle accidents to prevent a medical situation from getting worse
- Parents who want to confidently help their children when they cut themselves or fall due to their playful nature
- Responsible adults who understand the importance of acting on life-saving injuries fast before the emergency services arrive
Career path
This first aid course is not a formal qualification to practice professionally. However, it could spark an interest in a healthcare career, such as studying further to be a first responder, registered nurse, or caregiver.