Basics of First Aid and CPR

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₦61,258.34

This course teaches fundamental first aid and CPR skills, including how to handle injuries like cuts, fractures, and burns and recognize life-threatening emergencies. Perfect for anyone wanting to gain life-saving skills to respond confidently in emergency situations.

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Description

This essential course covers the basics of first aid and CPR, providing you with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively in emergencies. You’ll learn how to perform CPR, manage common injuries such as cuts, fractures, and burns, and recognize the signs of serious health crises like heart attacks and strokes. The course emphasizes practical techniques for stabilizing injured individuals until professional help arrives, including wound care, immobilization, and basic life support. Additionally, you’ll learn the principles of safety and prevention to reduce the likelihood of accidents. Ideal for individuals of all ages, this course equips you with essential life-saving skills that can make a real difference in critical situations.

What you'll learn

What You Will Learn:

  1. Introduction to First Aid and CPR:
    • The importance of First Aid and CPR in everyday life.
    • Basic principles of First Aid: assess, assist, and prevent.
    • Legal and ethical considerations when providing First Aid.
  2. Assessing an Emergency:
    • How to assess the scene for safety before providing aid.
    • Recognizing different types of emergencies (e.g., cardiac arrest, choking, bleeding, fractures).
    • How to check for consciousness and signs of life (pulse, breathing).
  3. CPR Basics:
    • Introduction to CPR and its life-saving importance.
    • The difference between hands-only CPR and CPR with rescue breaths.
    • Steps to perform CPR on adults, children, and infants.
    • The use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
  4. Dealing with Bleeding and Wounds:
    • How to control external bleeding using direct pressure, bandages, and elevation.
    • Recognizing different types of wounds: abrasions, lacerations, punctures, and avulsions.
    • When to seek professional medical help for wounds.
  5. Managing Burns and Scalds:
    • Identifying different degrees of burns (first, second, and third degree).
    • First aid treatment for thermal burns, chemical burns, and electrical burns.
    • How to minimize burn damage and reduce pain.
  6. Choking:
    • Recognizing the signs of choking and what to do if someone is choking.
    • Performing the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) on adults, children, and infants.
    • How to help a person who is choking and unresponsive.
  7. Handling Fractures and Sprains:
    • Identifying fractures and sprains: signs and symptoms.
    • How to immobilize fractures and support sprains before professional medical help arrives.
    • Basic splinting techniques and when to seek medical help.
  8. Managing Heart Attacks and Strokes:
    • Recognizing the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and how to respond.
    • Understanding stroke symptoms (FAST: Face, Arms, Speech, Time).
    • Immediate actions to take if someone is experiencing a heart attack or stroke.
  9. Handling Medical Emergencies in Children and Infants:
    • Special considerations for infants and children when performing First Aid and CPR.
    • Adjusting techniques for pediatric CPR.
    • Managing childhood injuries such as head injuries, burns, and choking.
  10. Preventing Further Injury and Providing Comfort:
    • How to comfort and reassure the victim until help arrives.
    • The importance of preventing further injury (e.g., moving a person with a spinal injury).
    • Recognizing signs of shock and how to manage it.

Syllabus

Course Syllabus:

Week 1: Introduction to First Aid and CPR

  • What is First Aid?
    • The role of a First Aider: providing immediate care to injured or ill individuals.
    • The importance of staying calm, focused, and clear-headed during emergencies.
    • Legal aspects: Good Samaritan laws and consent in First Aid.
  • Assessing the Emergency:
    • How to check if the scene is safe.
    • The ABCDE approach (Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure).
    • Checking for responsiveness and breathing (checking pulse and signs of life).

Week 2: Basics of CPR

  • Understanding CPR:
    • What is CPR and when is it needed?
    • The role of CPR in keeping oxygen flowing to vital organs.
  • Hands-Only CPR:
    • The importance of chest compressions in CPR.
    • How to perform chest compressions at the correct rate and depth (30 compressions to 2 breaths).
  • CPR with Rescue Breaths:
    • The importance of both compressions and rescue breaths in some situations.
    • Proper technique for giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation (only if the person is unresponsive and not breathing).
  • Using an AED:
    • How to safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
    • The process of defibrillation and its role in restarting the heart.
  • CPR for Adults, Children, and Infants:
    • Differences in CPR technique for adults, children, and infants.
    • When and how to adjust chest compressions and breaths depending on the victim’s age.

Week 3: Managing Bleeding and Wounds

  • Types of Wounds:
    • Identifying abrasions, lacerations, punctures, and avulsions.
    • How to clean and dress wounds appropriately.
  • Stopping Bleeding:
    • Using direct pressure to stop bleeding.
    • How to apply bandages and dressings.
    • Elevating the limb to reduce blood flow if needed.
  • When to Seek Medical Help:
    • Signs that require professional medical attention (e.g., severe bleeding, deep punctures, or injuries to vital organs).

Week 4: Burns and Scalds First Aid

  • Types of Burns:
    • How to recognize first-degree, second-degree, and third-degree burns.
    • The difference between thermal, chemical, and electrical burns.
  • Burn First Aid:
    • How to treat thermal burns (cool the burn, cover with sterile dressing).
    • First aid for chemical burns (flush with water, remove contaminated clothing).
    • Electrical burns: why it’s crucial to ensure the source of electricity is turned off before assisting.

Week 5: Choking and the Heimlich Maneuver

  • Signs of Choking:
    • How to recognize choking in adults, children, and infants.
    • Understanding the difference between partial and complete airway obstruction.
  • Performing the Heimlich Maneuver:
    • How to administer abdominal thrusts to a choking adult.
    • Techniques for performing the Heimlich maneuver on children and infants.
    • What to do if the victim becomes unresponsive (starting CPR).

Week 6: Fractures and Sprains

  • Recognizing Fractures and Sprains:
    • How to identify fractures: open vs. closed fractures.
    • Common signs of sprains and strains.
  • Immobilization and Splinting:
    • Basic splinting techniques for fractures.
    • How to support a sprained joint using a bandage or sling.
  • When to Seek Medical Help:
    • When to get professional medical treatment for fractures, sprains, or dislocations.

Week 7: Heart Attacks and Strokes

  • Recognizing a Heart Attack:
    • Symptoms of a heart attack (chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness).
    • Immediate actions to take (call 911, perform CPR, provide aspirin if available and appropriate).
  • Recognizing a Stroke:
    • The FAST test (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call emergency services).
    • The importance of immediate medical care for strokes.

Week 8: First Aid for Children and Infants

  • Child and Infant CPR:
    • Differences in CPR for infants and children.
    • Proper techniques for giving chest compressions and rescue breaths to children and infants.
  • Common Childhood Emergencies:
    • First aid for common injuries such as falls, burns, and choking in young children.
    • Managing head injuries and recognizing signs of concussion.

Week 9: Preventing Injury and Providing Comfort

  • Preventing Further Injury:
    • How to move a person safely (e.g., for suspected spinal injuries, never move unless absolutely necessary).
    • Creating a safe environment to prevent additional harm.
  • Comforting and Reassuring the Victim:
    • The importance of staying calm and providing emotional support.
    • Recognizing the signs of shock and how to manage it (keep the victim warm, elevate legs, etc.).

Week 10: Review and Final Assessment

  • Review of Key Concepts:
    • A comprehensive review of all topics covered in the course: CPR, wound care, fractures, burns, choking, and emergency procedures.
  • Practical Test:
    • Students will demonstrate CPR, Heimlich maneuver, and other skills in a practical test.
  • Course Conclusion:
    • Recap of important First Aid and CPR techniques.
    • Encouragement to continue practicing and refreshing skills regularly.

4 reviews for Basics of First Aid and CPR

  1. Yakubu –

    “This online course on the basics of first aid and CPR was an excellent investment in my health education. The comprehensive content, engaging videos, and interactive exercises provided me with a deep understanding of life-saving techniques. The course was well-structured, allowing me to learn at my own pace while ensuring I fully grasped the concepts. The instructors were knowledgeable and approachable, guiding me through each step with clarity and professionalism. I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking to enhance their first aid and CPR skills, empowering themselves with the confidence to handle medical emergencies effectively.”

  2. Kafayat –

    “The ‘Basics of First Aid and CPR’ online course was an absolute lifesaver! I’m a busy mom who couldn’t spare much time away from my family, so the flexibility of this course was a huge plus. The content was clear, concise, and up-to-date, and the quizzes and simulations helped me retain the information. Thanks to this course, I feel confident in my ability to respond to emergencies and provide essential care.”

  3. Tajudeen –

    “I highly recommend the ‘Basics of First Aid and CPR’ online course for its comprehensive and practical content. The course is well-organized and easy to follow, with clear instructions and interactive simulations. I gained invaluable knowledge and skills that empower me to respond effectively to emergencies, providing prompt and potentially life-saving assistance. The course not only met but exceeded my expectations, equipping me with the confidence to handle critical situations.”

  4. Eunice –

    “This online course provided an invaluable foundation in first aid and CPR. The concise lessons, interactive simulations, and downloadable resources made learning both comprehensive and engaging. I gained the confidence and knowledge necessary to respond effectively to emergencies, boosting my preparedness for unexpected situations. The course has equipped me with life-saving skills that could potentially make a profound impact on the lives of others.”

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