Basics of first aid

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Knowing the basics of first aid could save a person’s life, so these are definitely skills you want to have in your back pocket! In this course, you will learn what to do in various medical situations, how to keep your cool and focus on what is important, as well as what products are useful to include in your first aid kit.

This course is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.

Who this course is for

COURSE LEVEL:

Beginner

This course is for anyone looking to increase their knowledge about first aid.

What you will learn

1

How to respond to common first aid situations at home or out in nature.
2

What to include in a first aid kit.
3

What to do if someone is experiencing a medical emergency.

Course contents: 2 topics

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First aid at home How to respond to common first aid situations at home, such as cuts and scrapes, burns, and fires. What to include in a first aid kit.
2

First aid special cases How to respond to common first aid situations out in nature, such as animal bites and stings or heat illnesses. What to do if someone is choking, is unconscious, and the basics of CPR.

What you will get

When you complete the course you’ll earn a Funzi certificate of achievement. You can showcase your certificate by mentioning it in your CV, Linkedin profile and other professional profiles.

Practical skills broken down into bite-sized learning, so that you can complete the course with only 15 min/day for 1 WEEK
Course content in the form of text, visuals, and activities to verify your learning

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