CPR and First Aid for School Communities

School environments require quick, confident action when sudden medical emergencies arise. This text-based course equips you with the fundamental knowledge to recognize life-threatening situations and respond effectively before professional help arrives. You will gain the vital skills needed to assess emergency scenes, perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and manage common school-day injuries. What you'll learn: 1. Understand foundational emergency response concepts and legal protections like Good Samaritan laws. 2. Master hands-only CPR and rescue breathing techniques for children and adults. 3. Learn the proper steps to locate and operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). 4. Identify and manage choking emergencies in both conscious and unconscious individuals. 5. Apply basic first aid protocols for wounds, burns, fractures, and severe allergic reactions. 6. Recognize critical signs of concussions and heat-related illnesses in student athletes. Starting with core terminology and safety principles, the content guides you through realistic school-based scenarios and written decision-making exercises. This course is designed for teachers, coaches, school staff, and parents with no prior medical background. Start reading today to prepare yourself to protect your school community and save lives.