Westchester Community College, State University of New York

CPR, AED, and First Aid Classes

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER

We are excited to invite you to participate in an incredible opportunity, sponsored by Campus Security, to learn life-saving skills and certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid. The courses are being organized by the Professional Development Center (PDC) and the training is being provided by our EMS Department. As part of our commitment to promoting health and safety, we have partnered with the American Heart Association to offer this comprehensive training program to all members of our community (staff, faculty and students).

Course Description | Details:

Catalogue Number: CE-HCARE 5001 – Staff CPR AED Training

This AHA certification Heartsaver CPR AED course trains participants to give CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner. The AHA Heartsaver CPR AED Course is designed for anyone with limited or no medical training. This course teaches how high quality CPR improves survival, recognizing need for CPR, performing high quality CPR for an adult, child, or infant, how to perform CPR with others, how to use an AED on an adult, and describe when and how to help a choking adult, child, or infant.

Catalogue Number: CE-HCARE 5002 – Staff First Aid Training

The AHA Heartsaver First Aid course trains participants first aid basics for the most common first aid emergencies, including how to recognize them, how to call for help, and how to perform lifesaving skills. The AHA Heartsaver First Aid Course is designed for anyone with limited or no medical training. This course teaches first aid basics, medical emergencies, injury emergencies, environmental emergencies, and preventing illness and injury.

Dates / Times:

• August 15th – Tuesday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – CPR – Class #11368
• August 16th – Wednesday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – First Aid – Class #11374
• August 17th – Thursday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – CPR – Class #11369
• August 17th – Thursday / 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm – First Aid – Class #11375
• August 22nd – Tuesday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – CPR – Class #11370
• August 23rd – Wednesday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – First Aid – Class #11376
• August 24th – Thursday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – CPR – Class #11371
• August 24th – Thursday / 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm – First Aid – Class #11377
• August 29th – Tuesday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – CPR – Class #11372
• August 30th – Wednesday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – First Aid – Class #11378
• August 31st – Thursday / 9:00 am to 12:00 pm – CPR – Class #11373
• August 31st – Thursday / 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm – First Aid – Class #11379

Location: Science Building – Room 318

3 hours per module (note: participants must register and attend both courses)

This certification course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively in emergency situations. By learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), how to operate automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and essential first aid techniques, you will gain the confidence to act swiftly and competently when faced with a medical crisis.

Why attend this course?

Enhance Safety:
By having a larger pool of trained individuals on campus, we can collectively foster a safer environment for everyone.

Empowerment:
Acquire vital life-saving skills that can make a significant difference in critical situations, whether at home, work, or in the community.

Certification:
Upon successful completion, you will receive an American Heart Association CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification, which is widely recognized and valued in various professional fields.

Team Building:
This course is open to all staff, faculty, and students, regardless of prior experience or medical background. We highly encourage everyone to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to expand your knowledge and contribute to building a safer community. Participating in this course will also enable you to connect with fellow staff, faculty, and students, fostering a sense of unity and collaboration.

Spaces are limited, so we kindly encourage you to register at your earliest availability.