In an emergency no matter how quickly first responders arrive bystanders will always be the first on the scene. A person who is bleeding can die from blood loss within five minutes so it is important to stop the blood loss quickly.
Management of bleeding is vital as bleeding is the most common life-threatening condition of the injured person.
The course is focused on the basic techniques to save a life: (1) How to use your hands to apply pressure to a wound. (2) How to pack a wound to control bleeding. (3) How to apply properly a tourniquet.
These three techniques will enable you to help in an emergency and potentially save a life.
The minimum age is 18 years (Age of consenting adults) no previous criminal convictions, nor prior penal record, or incapacitating Mental health issues. Courses are available to everyone else, excluding the aforementioned persons.
Upon successful completion of the theoretical and practical exams, participants receive international certification.
3 hours