American Heart Association: Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
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Class Price:	$125.00

Our American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course is tailored to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills required to respond effectively to pediatric emergencies. Geared towards childcare providers, teachers, parents, and anyone involved in caring for infants and children, this comprehensive program covers pediatric first aid, CPR, and AED use. Through interactive instruction, hands-on practice, and scenario-based learning, participants will gain the confidence and competence to recognize and respond to a wide range of pediatric medical emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of young individuals in various settings.

Course Highlights:

• Pediatric First Aid Techniques: Learn essential first aid skills specific to infants and children, including wound care, fracture management, allergic reactions, burns, and other common pediatric injuries and illnesses.

• Pediatric CPR Techniques: Master pediatric CPR techniques for infants and children, including chest compressions, rescue breaths, and the proper compression-to-ventilation ratio, to maintain blood circulation and oxygenation during cardiac emergencies.

• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Use: Understand how to operate an automated external defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively in pediatric settings, including pad placement, device operation, and delivering a shock when indicated for sudden cardiac arrest.

• Choking Emergencies: Develop proficiency in recognizing and responding to choking emergencies in infants and children, including the appropriate techniques for performing abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) and chest thrusts.

• Hands-On Practice: Engage in practical, hands-on skills practice sessions using pediatric manikins and AED training devices to reinforce pediatric first aid, CPR, and AED techniques and build confidence in responding to real-life emergencies.

• Scenario-Based Learning: Participate in scenario-based learning activities and simulations to apply knowledge and skills learned in the course to realistic pediatric emergency situations, enhancing decision-making and critical thinking abilities.

Target Audience:

• Childcare providers
• Teachers and educators
• Parents and guardians
• Babysitters and nannies
• Camp counselors
• Anyone involved in caring for infants and children

Certification:

Upon successful completion of the Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course, participants will receive a certification card from the American Heart Association, valid for two years.

Duration:

The Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course typically spans 6 to 8 hours, depending on the specific requirements of the training session and the number of participants.

Outcome:

Participants who complete the Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course will be equipped with the skills and confidence to respond effectively to pediatric emergencies, potentially saving lives and minimizing the impact of injuries and illnesses in infants and children. By investing in this essential training, participants contribute to creating safer environments for young individuals and fostering a community prepared to handle pediatric emergencies with competence and compassion.