Basic Life Support (BLS)
Professional
8 Hours (One Day)
Valid 2 years
The Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Course offered by St John Ambulance Jamaica is an intensive program designed to equip participants with essential life-saving skills. This comprehensive course focuses on recognizing life-threatening emergencies, providing high-quality chest compressions, delivering appropriate ventilations, and using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Participants will gain hands-on experience through practical sessions, ensuring they are prepared to respond effectively in critical situations across all age groups.
Target Audience
Prerequisites
- Physical Capability: Participants should be physically able to perform CPR skills
- Age Requirement: Minimum age of 16 years recommended
- Language Proficiency: Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English
Course Schedule
Introduction
8:00 AM - 8:20 AMWelcome and course overview
- •Welcome and Introductions: Brief introduction of instructors and participants
- •Course Objectives: Overview of the skills and knowledge to be gained
- •Importance of BLS: The role of BLS in saving lives, particularly in pre-hospital settings
- •Age-Specific Techniques: Brief discussion on how BLS varies for adults, children, and infants
Basic Anatomy and Physiology
8:20 AM - 8:50 AMFoundation knowledge for emergency care
- •The Cardiovascular System: Overview of the heart's structure and function, blood flow, and oxygenation process
- •The Respiratory System: How the lungs facilitate oxygen exchange; effects of hypoxia
- •Relevance to BLS: Understanding the physiological basis of cardiac arrest and respiratory emergencies
Emergency Scene Management (ESM)
8:50 AM - 9:10 AMScene safety and victim assessment
- •Scene Safety: Identify hazards to ensure personal and bystander safety
- •Victim Assessment: Steps to assess responsiveness and check pulse
- •Activating Emergency Services: How to effectively communicate with EMS and provide necessary details
Recognizing Emergencies
9:10 AM - 9:30 AMEarly recognition of life-threatening situations
- •Heart Attack and Stroke: Signs, symptoms, and immediate actions
- •Choking: Recognizing partial vs. complete airway obstruction
- •Preventive Measures: How lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of emergencies
Break
9:30 AM - 9:45 AMRest period
Assessment & Certification
Theory Assessment
- • 20 multiple-choice questions multiple-choice questions
- • Passing score: 80% (16 correct answers)
- • Duration: 20 minutes
Practical Assessment
- • Adult, child, and infant CPR (single- and two-rescuer scenarios)
- • AED operation
- • Choking relief techniques for all age groups
- • Recovery position placement
- • Scene safety assessment
Course Information
Duration:8 Hours (One Day)
Price:$6,000 JMD
Certification:2 years
Max Participants:20 participants