KI 2010 - First Aid/CPR/AED

This activity based course combines procedures for basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills. Topics include prevention, treatment, and recognition of injuries, open and closed wounds, burns, musculoskeletal injuries, and sudden illness, as well as skills and procedures for cardiovascular and respiratory emergencies and notifying the Emergency Management System (EMS). Use of the AED will be introduced. Practical hands‐on work is required as part of the course, as well as both written and practical exams. Students may choose to seek American Red Cross (ARC) certification in Basic First Aid, and adult, child, and infant CPR upon successful completion of all course requirements meeting minimum ARC standards. This external certification includes a cost to be paid by the student. Offered every semester. Credits: 1 ARC (American Red Cross) Certification includes a cost to be paid by the student.