The CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) course provides comprehensive training in life-saving techniques used during cardiac and respiratory emergencies. It is designed for healthcare professionals, workplace employees, emergency responders, teachers, security personnel, caregivers, and members of the public who wish to develop the ability to respond confidently to medical emergencies. The course combines classroom instruction with practical, hands-on exercises to ensure participants can effectively perform CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and manage choking emergencies.

Throughout the training, participants will learn how to assess emergency situations, provide immediate care, and follow internationally recognized CPR guidelines. Practical simulations help reinforce essential skills, improve decision-making under pressure, and build confidence in responding to real-life emergencies. Upon successful completion, learners will be prepared to provide timely and effective lifesaving assistance while waiting for professional medical personnel, contributing to improved survival rates and safer communities.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the principles and importance of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
2. Recognize the signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, and choking.
3. Assess the safety of an emergency scene before providing assistance.
4. Perform high-quality CPR on adults, children, and infants using current guidelines.
5. Demonstrate the correct use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
6. Apply appropriate rescue breathing techniques.
7. Perform choking relief procedures for conscious and unconscious victims.
8. Activate the emergency medical response system effectively.
9. Work safely as an individual or as part of an emergency response team.
10. Demonstrate confidence and competence during simulated emergency scenarios.

Course Domains

Domain 1: Introduction to CPR

• Importance of CPR
• Chain of Survival
• Roles and responsibilities of a first responder

Domain 2: Emergency Scene Assessment

• Personal safety
• Scene assessment
• Initial victim assessment
• Activating emergency medical services (EMS)

Domain 3: Adult CPR

• Recognizing cardiac arrest
• Chest compressions
• Rescue breaths
• CPR sequence

Domain 4: Child and Infant CPR

• Differences between adult, child, and infant CPR
• Compression techniques
• Rescue breathing methods
• Two-rescuer CPR

Domain 5: Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

• Purpose of an AED
• Safe operation
• AED precautions
• Integrating AED use with CPR

Domain 6: Choking Emergencies

• Recognizing airway obstruction
• Choking relief for adults
• Choking relief for children and infants
• Care for unconscious victims

Domain 7: Practical Skills and Simulations

• Hands-on CPR practice
• AED practice
• Team-based emergency response
• Real-life emergency scenarios

Domain 8: Post-Resuscitation Care and Course Assessment

• Monitoring the victim until EMS arrives
• Infection prevention and control
• Review of CPR procedures
• Practical skills assessment and final evaluation