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GeneralWhat Happens in First Aid Training?

Are you interested in pursuing first aid training? This important course can prepare you for almost any emergency, in which you can use your confident knowledge to provide lifesaving assistance. Maybe you are taking these classes for your work or at an employer’s request. Or, maybe you regularly care for young people, aging adults or vulnerable populations. Whatever your reasons for the training, you will learn critical skills to save lives.

What do these classes entail? Many people want to have some advance knowledge of what to expect. We explore the course expectations, below.

Getting Ready for Your Classes

You will learn a broad range of first aid skills in your course. Although you may feel tempted to start studying in advance, it is usually best to go into your classes without advance preparation. This is because learning things incorrectly can hinder your progress, such as when you have to remember different steps for CPR or aiding a choking person, as examples.

These classes are intended for newcomers. You only need to show up ready to learn with willingness to participate in practice scenarios. There is no need to worry about knowing anything in advance. It is only important that you pay attention and study to retain what you learn. After all, you may need to apply your skills in a real-life emergency one day.

How to Dress for Your First Aid Classes

For your training classes, wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. You will possibly be kneeling on the floor at times or crouching over a first aid mannequin, so casual attire is best. Some first aid classes involve students acting out the roles of victims for triage. For these simulations, you could possibly be asked to lie down on the floor or in an outdoor setting.

If you cannot physically move as requested, such as if you have disabilities or mobility problems, you may not be able to complete the course. It is important to talk to the training center about these issues in advance, to ensure they have appropriate accommodations if needed.

What Training Involves

If your course is only one day long, you will spend that day in hands-on scenarios and studying from handouts, workbooks, online materials or a textbook. Generally, short-term sessions like these teach performance of basic casualty exams, using an automated external defibrillator (AED), basic life support, trauma management and bleeding management.

All of the above skills are critical for knowing how to handle real-life emergencies when no medical doctors or nurses are present. The skills empower you to manage injuries and possibly save lives while awaiting the arrival of emergency personnel. You are also taught how to manage wounds, burns and choking. You learn how to take good notes and provide reports at the scene, as well, such as when a workplace accident occurs. Being able to perform all of these tasks enables you to receive your certificate.

You Will Be Exposed to Sensitive Subject Matter or Scenarios

When taking a first aid course, you must be prepared to participate in scenarios that look or feel like real emergencies. Some people will find these scenarios distressing. If you do not feel able to fulfill the course requirements because of personal sensitivities, talk to your instructor. You may have options for fulfilling your learning requirements or might need to leave the class.

Take Your Training from a Qualified First Aid Instructor

It is important to take your first aid training from a qualified instructor at a school or program authorized to teach and provide certifications. Being taught by competent professionals means you will be more prepared to handle emergencies as they arise. Ensure your training facility practices the most up-to-date methods and adheres to associated regulations.

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