Emergency First Aid Fundamentals

Overview

Course Description In a medical emergency, the actions taken in the first few minutes can determine the outcome. This course equips students with the essential skills needed to respond confidently until professional help arrives. Emergency First Aid Fundamentals introduces practical, easy-to-learn medical response techniques suitable for everyday emergencies. Whether at home, at work, or in public, these skills allow ordinary people to make a meaningful difference when seconds matter. The course focuses on recognizing emergencies, providing immediate care, and stabilizing injured individuals until EMS arrives. Topics Covered • Scene safety and emergency assessment • Recognizing life-threatening conditions • Bleeding control and wound care • Tourniquet and pressure application basics • CPR awareness and rescue breathing principles* • Shock recognition and treatment • Basic trauma response techniques • Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use • Emergency communication and coordination with EMS * Note: This class does not result in any medical (e.g. CPR) certifications. Prepared citizens save lives. Learn the critical skills that could help you protect family members, coworkers, and members of your community. Join the class and build the confidence to act when it matters most.