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Advance CPR Awareness
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Summary

Price
£15 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Course format
15 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts)
Duration
0.4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certification of Completion - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Welcome to the "CPR Awareness" online course! This course is designed to provide basic training and awareness of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) techniques. CPR is an essential life-saving skill that can make a critical difference in emergency situations when someone's heart stops or they experience a sudden cardiac arrest. This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize cardiac emergencies, perform basic CPR techniques, and provide immediate assistance while waiting for professional medical help.

Certificates

Curriculum

This course contains

Format: 15 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts)

Duration: 0h and 25m

    • 1: 1.Introduction to CPR 01:19
    • 2: 2.Basic Life Support (BLS) 01:33
    • 3: 3.Pediatric CPR 01:12
    • 4: 4.Advanced CPR Techniques 00:58
    • 5: 5.CPR in Special Situations 01:13
    • 6: 2 Administering CPR 02:34
    • 7: 2.1 Considerations before giving CPR 02:22
    • 8: 2.2 Administering hands-only CPR to adults 01:52
    • 9: 2.3 Administering hands-only CPR to adults 01:20
    • 10: 2.4 When to stop giving CPR 01:15
    • 11: 2.5 Defibrillators (AEDs) 01:42
    • 12: 2.6 The jaw thrust technique 01:29
    • 13: 2.7 Considerations after giving CPR 01:37
    • 14: 3.1 InfectionPrevention and Control 02:22
    • 15: 3.2 Handwashing procedure 01:20

Description

Module 1: Introduction to CPR

- Understanding the importance of CPR in saving lives

- Legal considerations and Good Samaritan laws related to CPR

- Roles and responsibilities in emergency situations

Module 2: Anatomy and Physiology of the Heart

- Basic understanding of the heart's structure and function

- Recognizing signs and symptoms of cardiac emergencies

- Differentiating between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest

Module 3: Assessing the Scene and Calling for Help

- Prioritizing personal safety and assessing the emergency scene

- Activating the emergency medical services (EMS)

- Effective communication during emergencies

Module 4: Basic Life Support (BLS)

- Recognizing the need for CPR and assessing responsiveness

- Performing chest compressions with proper technique and rate

- Providing rescue breaths using various methods (e.g., mouth-to-mouth, mouth-to-mask)

Module 5: Use of Automated External Defibrillators (AED)

- Understanding the role of AED in CPR

- Proper use of AED, including pad placement and following voice prompts

- Integrating AED use with chest compressions and rescue breaths

Module 6: Special Considerations for CPR

- CPR for infants, children, and adults

- Modifications and considerations for pregnant individuals

- Providing CPR to victims with known medical conditions or disabilities

Module 7: Hands-Only CPR

- Understanding the concept and benefits of hands-only CPR

- Performing hands-only CPR in situations where rescue breaths are not possible or preferred

- Importance of early and continuous chest compressions

Module 8: CPR in Choking Emergencies

- Recognizing and responding to choking emergencies

- Performing abdominal thrusts (Heimlich manoeuvre) for conscious victims

- Combining CPR techniques with choking relief measures

Module 9: CPR Documentation and Legal Considerations

- Documenting CPR interventions and actions taken

- Understanding legal implications and documentation requirements

- Ethical considerations in CPR decision-making

Who is this course for?

Upon completing the "CPR Awareness" course, you will have a foundational understanding of CPR techniques. Here's a suggested career path:

  • First Aid Responder: Start your journey as a first aid responder or provider in various settings such as schools, offices, or community events. Apply the knowledge gained from the course to provide immediate assistance during emergencies, including performing CPR when needed.
  • First Aid Trainer: With experience and further training, you can become a certified first aid trainer. In this role, you will teach CPR and first aid courses to individuals and organizations, sharing your knowledge and skills with others to help them become proficient in life-saving techniques.
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Progress to the role of an emergency medical technician. In this role, you will have more extensive training in pre-hospital emergency care, including CPR, and be responsible for providing advanced medical assistance in emergency situations.
  • Paramedic: Become a paramedic, which involves advanced training in emergency medical services. As a paramedic, you will respond to emergencies, administer medications, perform advanced life support procedures, including CPR, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

No prior knowledge or experience required

Career path

  • Health and Safety Officer – £28,000 – £40,000
  • First Aid Trainer – £22,000 – £35,000
  • Workplace Mental Health Coordinator – £25,000 – £38,000
  • Human Resources Advisor (Health and Safety Focus) – £30,000 – £45,000
  • Occupational Health Advisor – £32,000 – £50,000
  • Safety and Compliance Manager – £40,000 – £60,000
  • Inclusion and Diversity Officer – £30,000 – £45,000

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