A written exam is required to obtain certification from Red Cross. An annual update is recommended. Infant and child resuscitation techniques are taught and practiced in this four-hour course. Common causes and prevention of childhood accidents are reviewed. Signals and actions of heart attacks are not covered.
Annual update is recommended.
Offered on demand. The course covers the initial assessment, rescue breathing, choking, CPR, bleeding, unconsciousness, shock, and secondary assessment. Occupational First Aid Transportation Endorsement Participants must have a current Occupational First Aid Level I certificate. Included in this course are patient handling and lifting techniques, spine board and basket stretcher immobilization techniques, patient assessment and treatment during transport, transportation vehicles, and applicable first aid regulations. The Endorsement certificate expires on the same date as the participant's Occupational First Aid Level I certificate.