Red Cross 6 Hour Course
Designed for individuals with a duty to respond to emergencies, this program combines discussions, video and hands-on training. Real-life rescue scenarios reinforce decision-making skills. Free quarterly refreshers. Course covers how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. Topics include:
- Primary assessment
- Ventilations (incl. use of CPR breathing barriers and use of BVMs)
- Choking (incl. conscious and unconscious)
- CPR (incl. one- and two-rescuer)
- AED
- Optional training in use of epinephrine auto-injectors and asthma inhalers available
Course length: Approximately 5.5 hours. 2-year certification