
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.
Vous devrez suivre chaque leçon dans son intégralité et répondre aux examens à la fin de chaque module de cours. Si votre taux de réussite dépasse 55 % à chaque examen, vous avez alors droit à un certificat de réussite ou à d'autres options d'accréditation pour reconnaître votre réussite.
La plupart de nos cours vous rapporteront des crédits via la formation continue (CE) / le développement professionnel continu (CPD). Les points CE/CPD sont acceptés et reconnus par les organismes membres professionnels et les établissements universitaires aux États-Unis et dans le monde.
Tous les cours sont accrédités par l'International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org) et l'Association internationale des collèges privés d'enseignement professionnel (www.iapcc.org). Lorsqu'ils terminent avec succès un cours, les étudiants peuvent choisir d'acheter un certificat ICOES reconnaissant la réussite auprès de cette institution tierce.
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.