Posted on April 8th, 2023.

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where someone needed immediate medical attention? Would you know what to do? Knowing how to perform CPR and use an AED can make all the difference in saving a life during an emergency. At Linda Life Saver, LLC, we understand the importance of having these life-saving skills, which is why we offer comprehensive Hands-On BLS/CPR/AED classes for both healthcare providers and non-healthcare providers. In this blog post, we'll go over the length of our basic CPR training class and what you can expect to learn during the training. So, whether you're a medical professional or a concerned citizen, keep reading to learn more about our CPR training class.

The Length of the Basic CPR Training Class

Our basic CPR training class is designed to teach you the fundamentals of CPR and AED use. If you have prior knowledge of CPR and AED, the training can last up to three hours. However, if you are new to CPR and AED, the training will take approximately four hours.

We understand that people have busy schedules, and we have designed our training to be as efficient as possible without compromising the quality of the instruction. Our trainers are experienced and certified, ensuring that you will receive the best possible training in a reasonable amount of time.

Our basic CPR training class is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of CPR and AED use. Whether you are a healthcare provider or a non-healthcare provider, this training is a valuable investment in your knowledge and skills. By the end of the training, you will have the confidence to provide life-saving assistance during an emergency.

We believe that everyone should have access to quality CPR and AED training. That's why we offer competitive pricing and flexible scheduling options. We also provide group training for businesses, organizations, and schools.

What Will You Learn During the Training?

The training covers the following topics:

Adult Chain of Command

The adult chain of command is a crucial aspect of CPR training that ensures everyone involved in an emergency situation knows what to do. During the training, you will learn about the sequence of steps that should be followed when responding to an emergency. The chain of command includes identifying the emergency, activating the emergency response system, assigning roles and responsibilities, providing high-quality CPR, using an AED when necessary, and transferring care to advanced medical personnel. Following the adult chain of command is critical to ensuring that the emergency is handled correctly and efficiently.

Scene Safety

Before providing any assistance, it's essential to ensure that the scene is safe for both yourself and the victim. During the training, our trainers will teach you how to evaluate a scene for potential hazards and how to minimize those hazards. You will learn how to identify hazards such as traffic, fire, gas leaks, or chemical spills and how to protect yourself and the victim from harm. The trainers will also teach you how to communicate effectively with emergency responders and how to provide them with the information they need to handle the emergency.

High-Quality CPR

High-quality CPR is the primary focus of our training. You will learn the correct technique for performing CPR, which includes providing high-quality chest compressions and effective rescue breaths. Our trainers will teach you how to maintain proper compression depth and rate and how to provide effective breaths. You will also learn how to recognize when CPR is needed and how to monitor the victim's response to CPR. Our training ensures that you have the knowledge and skills to provide high-quality CPR that can make all the difference in saving a life.

How to Use an AED

An AED is a crucial piece of equipment that can help save a life during an emergency. During the training, our trainers will teach you how to use an AED correctly. You will learn how to apply the pads to the victim's chest, how to activate the AED, and how to follow the prompts given by the device. You will also learn how to monitor the victim's response to the AED and how to provide continued CPR if necessary. Knowing how to use an AED is a valuable skill that can increase the chances of survival during an emergency.

How to Respond to Other Life-Threatening Emergencies

In addition to CPR and AED use, our training covers how to respond to other life-threatening emergencies. You will learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of conditions such as stroke, heart attack, drowning, and allergic reactions. Our trainers will teach you how to respond quickly and effectively to these emergencies and how to provide appropriate care until advanced medical personnel arrive. Knowing how to respond to other life-threatening emergencies is essential in providing comprehensive care to victims of an emergency situation.

Conclusion

At Linda Life Saver, LLC, we offer a comprehensive CPR training course that covers all the necessary information you need to know to provide life-saving assistance in an emergency situation. Our trainers are experienced and certified, and our training is designed to be efficient and effective. If you are interested in enrolling in our CPR training class or have any questions, please reach out to us at (312) 301-8218 or [email protected] . We look forward to hearing from you!