This course provides an overview of First Aid and CPR techniques for Day Camp Monitors / Counselors. The course covers the skills necessary to preserve life, prevent further injuries, and care for the consequences of injury until more advanced medical personnel respond.
This course is for camps where the child is present for extended periods.
8 hour course
3 year certification in Child Care First Aid and CPR
Includes CPR Level A+
Includes Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification
Conducted by a certified instructor
Who should attend?
Any employee in the Day Camp field. No prerequisite is required.
How do I prepare?
You should dress comfortably (you will be practicing CPR on the floor).
Bring a pen for note taking.
What is taught?
The Emergency Scene
Disease Transmission Prevention
The Unconscious Person
Obstructed Airways in Children and Infants
CPR for Children and Infants
Bleeding and Shock
Sudden Illness (asthma, allergies, diabetes, epilepsy)
Poisonings, Bites, and Stings
Sprains, Srrains, and Fractures
Heat & Cold Injuries
Transport and evacuation of an injured person
Materials supplied
Child Care First Aid and CPR Manual for each student
Course cost:
Residential Camp First Aid and CPR ($75)
