First-Aid Responding To Emergencies 3 Units (AA/AS; CSU; UC) 54 lecture hours Equivalent to: PE 177

Catalog description

This course involves the theory and management of emergency situations, including demonstration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid care of the injured. The student will learn to assess an individual’s condition, activation of emergency action plan, and demonstrate proper treatment of the injured. The course will also introduce key issues for leading a healthy lifestyle, including heart disease risk factor identification, health and safety considerations, legal issues, and injury prevention. Upon successful completion of course, students would be eligible for first aid, CPR and AED for adult, child, and infant certification. Complies with requirements as set forth by the American National Red Cross for first aid responding to emergencies. There is a lab fee to receive the certification that will be collected in class.