Medic First Aid : Pediatric CPR/First Aid

 

This class is open to the public, and can also be scheduled at your location.

 

This course covers the following for infants, children, and adults:

 

The circles of care concept

Introduction to initial assessment

SETUP (scene assessment)

Assessing responsiveness

Activating EMS

Assessing airway, breathing, and circulation

Clearing and protecting the airway

Ventilations

Chest compressions

One-rescuer CPR

Chain of survival

Control of bleeding

Managing Shock

Ongoing assessment

Warning signs of illness

Mechanism of injury

Emergency moves

Emotional impact of providing first aid care

 

Each individual will receive a two year certification.   This course meets California EMSA childcare provider requirements, teacher credentialing and foster/adoptive parent regulations.

 

*An AED component can be added to this class.