Services
Nationally recognized CPR training.
First Response CPR & First Aid Training
offers training for CPR, AED, First Aid, and advanced programs such as Basic Life Support (BLS). Designed to meet regulatory requirements,
First Response
offers a variety of ways for your organization to get full certification in CPR training.
WHAT WE DO
First Response offers a fast-track to life-saving expertise. Our efficient training ensures that you, your staff, or your loved ones can respond confidently to emergencies within a day.
First Aid & CPR/AED
The ASHI CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid combination training program helps students develop the knowledge, skills and the confidence to respond to a medical emergency. This 4-6 hour class is an excellent choice for both the community and workplace setting.
Course Highlights:
• Real-life scenario videos, full-color printed materials
and clear, concise course content
• 4-5 hour class includes plenty of time for skills practice
• Full Classroom or blended learning options available
Course Topics Include:
• Role of the first aid provider
• Protecting yourself
• Sudden cardiac arrest
• Caring for cardiac arrest: CPR
• Using an AED
• Multiple provider approach to CPR
• Choking
• Control of bleeding
• Shock
• Stroke
• Poisoning
• Altered mental status
• Head, neck, and back injuries
• Nosebleed
• Burns
• Heat and cold emergencies
Basic Life Support (BLS)
The purpose of the HSI BLS training program is for participants to gain or improve knowledge and skill proficiency in high quality CPR skills and teamwork for the adult, child, and infant.
Intended audience
• Healthcare providers (in and out of hospital) • Public safety professionals in a variety of occupational settings • Individuals enrolled in healthcare and public safety career training programs
Student certification requirements
Successful completion of the 21-question BLS written exam • Demonstrate skill competency as indicated by the skill criteria on the “Adult BLS” and “Infant BLS” Performance Evaluation Sheets
Class topics
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Paediatric First Aid & CPR
The purpose of the HSI Pediatric First Aid | CPR AED training program is for participants to gain or improve knowledge and skill proficiency in First Aid, CPR, and AED skills.
Class topics
• Child and Infant Cardiac Arrest
• Child, Infant, and Adult:
o Assessment & Chest Compressions
o Relief of Choking
• First Aid Assessment
• Drowning
• Severe, Life-Threatening External
Bleeding
• Shock
• Minor Wounds
• Tooth and Eye Injuries
• Bleeding from the Nose
• Impaled Objects
• Amputation
• Internal Bleeding
• Open Wounds
• Head, Neck, or Spinal Injury
• Concussion
• Shaken Baby Syndrome
• Bone, Joint, and Muscle Injuries
• Burns
• Altered Mental Status
• Poisoning
• Difculty Breathing and Asthma
• Severe Allergic Reaction
• Seizure
• Diabetes and Hypoglycemia
• Heat and Cold Emergencies
• Bites and Stings
Workplace Safety and Wellness Workshop
Highlight and discuss workplace safety issues, with a focus on prevention of injuries/incidents and recommendations to promote a culture of safety and overall wellness. Topics covered: - Personal Protective equipment (PPE) - Working with hazardous material - Fire prevention measures - Safe Forklift operation - Emergency Response procedures - Back Smarts ( back safety, proper lifting techniques, Body mechanics).
FAQS
Are you a recognized First Aid/CPR provider?
Our CPR & First Aid Training is registered with the National Resuscitation Council of Jamaica. First Response CPR & First Aid Training offers American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) training programs through Health and Safety Institute (HSI). HSI, the American Heart Association®, Inc. (AHA), and the American National Red Cross (ARC) are the largest providers of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid training in the United States. HSI training programs are equivalent to the training programs developed and administered by the AHA and the ARC. HSI’s emergency care training programs and brands are currently accepted, approved, or recognized as an industry credential meeting the requirements of thousands of US state (and Jamaican) regulatory agencies, occupational licensing boards, national associations, commissions, and councils in hundreds of occupations and professions.
What is the cost? Do you offer group rates?
Yes. Please call for group pricing. Group pricing begins at a minimum of 10 persons.
We offer several courses at various prices as listed above.
Can you come to us for the training?
Yes. We do facilitate training at your location for your convenience
What is the length/duration of the training? How long is the class?
Classes last as little as 2 1/2 - 7 hrs, depending on the type of class, number of participants, and approach (Blended, Classroom, Initial, Renewal).
How long does the certification lasts?
The certification is renewable every 2 years.
Where are you located?
Our training center is located at 105k Red Hills Road, Shop#7, Kingston 19. We also offer training at your site for your convenience.
