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MDA 114L - First Aid


This course focuses on the provision of basic first aid and CPR to respond to emergency situations.  Emphasis is on the recognition and response to medical emergencies within the community or healthcare setting and ability of the student to successfully perform first aid/CPR skills.  Course will include American Heart Association Professional Level Basic Life Support and American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid certifications, which are valid for 2 years.

This course requires additional fees for the CPR and First Aid Certification Cards.

Credits: 1
Hours
2 Laboratory Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Perform universal precautions procedures, as outlined by the CDC.
  2. Demonstrate proper technique for 1 and 2 rescuer CPR for infants, children, and adults, including use of an AED, following American Heart Association guidelines.
  3. Perform first aid procedures for basic medical emergencies, following American Heart Association guidelines.