Basic First Aid Training

Basic First Aid Training - An Overview

According to the National Safety Council, over 5.2 million medically consulted injuries occur each year in homes and communities across the U.S. Many of these situations demand basic first aid before emergency responders arrive. 

Our Basic First Aid Training course is designed to prepare you for those critical first moments. You'll learn how to perform CPR, use an AED, treat cuts and burns, manage fractures, assist someone who’s choking, and recognize early signs of shock or allergic reactions. 

Whether you are a parent, teacher, caregiver, or simply someone who wants to be prepared, this course gives you the confidence and practical skills to respond quickly and correctly. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Enroll now and become the person others can depend on in an emergency.

Course Curriculum

Our basic first aid training course is designed to give you practical skills you can use in real emergencies. Each unit builds your confidence to handle different situations with calm and competence.

Unit 1: First Aid Fundamentals

Learn the legal aspects of providing first aid, including Good Samaritan laws and understanding when you might be held accountable for a victim's outcome. This unit builds the foundation for responsible emergency response in any situation.

Unit 2: Scene Assessment and Safety

Before rushing to help, you must ensure your safety. This unit teaches you how to quickly evaluate dangerous situations, identify hazards, and determine when it's safe to approach a victim without putting yourself at risk.

Unit 3: Victim Assessment

Discover how to perform a primary survey to check for life-threatening conditions and a secondary survey to identify other injuries. You'll learn to recognize signs of distress and prioritize care when facing multiple victims.

Unit 4: Communication with Emergency Services

Every second counts in an emergency. Learn how to provide clear, concise information to 911 operators and arriving medical personnel. This unit covers what details matter most and how to relay them effectively.

Unit 5: Moving Injured Persons

Sometimes victims must be moved for their safety. This unit covers when movement is necessary and teaches proper techniques to prevent further injury, including one-person and two-person carries for different situations.

Unit 6: Breathing Emergencies

Master techniques for helping someone who is having trouble breathing. This unit covers rescue breathing, recovery position, and responding to different respiratory emergencies in adults, children, and infants.

Unit 7: Choking Response

Learn the difference between mild and severe airway obstruction and how to respond to each. This unit provides step-by-step instructions on performing abdominal thrusts and back blows for different age groups.

Unit 8: Bleeding Control and Shock

Discover techniques to stop severe bleeding using direct pressure, elevation, and pressure points. This unit also teaches you to recognize and respond to shock, a life-threatening condition that often accompanies serious injuries.

Unit 9: Bone and Joint Injuries

Learn to identify and provide first aid for fractures, sprains, and strains. Master immobilization techniques and how to create improvised splints when professional medical equipment isn't available.

Unit 10: Burn Treatment

Understand the different types and severity of burns and provide appropriate care for each. Learn different cooling techniques, infection prevention, and when to seek immediate medical attention.

Benefits of the Course

50% of US employees cannot locate an AED at work due to a lack of proper training.  However, with first aid training, you can develop confidence, strengthen your readiness, and prepare yourself for life’s sudden challenges. Upon completing our basic first aid course, you can benefit in the following ways: 

Save Lives When Minutes Matter

In cardiac emergencies, every minute without help reduces survival chances by 7-10%, according to the American Heart Association. By learning first aid, you can provide immediate care before professional help arrives.

Create Safer Environments

First aid knowledge helps you identify and eliminate potential hazards before accidents happen. You'll develop a safety mindset that can prevent injuries in your home, workplace, and community, protecting those around you from preventable harm.

Speed Up Recovery Times

Proper initial care can significantly reduce the time it takes to heal. According to a study published in the journal Burns, 5,000 burn patients who received proper first aid, specifically, 20 minutes of cool running water within three hours of injury, healed approximately 10% faster. Moreover, correctly stabilized fractures heal better with fewer complications. Properly cleaned wounds also have lower rates of infection.

Handle Everyday Injuries with Confidence

From kitchen cuts to playground falls, minor injuries are part of daily life. First aid training gives you the skills to handle these common situations calmly and effectively, turning potential panic moments into manageable situations.

Prepare for Natural Disasters

During earthquakes, floods, or other disasters, emergency services may be delayed or unavailable. Your first aid skills become even more valuable in these situations, allowing you to help family and neighbors when professional help can't reach you.

Become a Community Asset

Trained first aiders create safer neighborhoods and workplaces. Your skills provide security to those around you. During disasters or emergencies, you become an invaluable resource.

Why Choose LearnTastic as Your Basic First Aid Course Provider

At LearnTastic, we have designed our basic first aid certification program to be comprehensive yet accessible to everyone. Our focus on practical skills and real-world applications sets us apart from other training providers.

Nationally Recognized Certification

Our certification is accepted by 98% of employers across the country. Strengthen your resume with credentials that are trusted and recognized in every state and industry.

Continuing Education Credits

Earn 0.07 CE credits while learning life-saving skills. These credits can help fulfill professional requirements in healthcare, education, childcare, and many other fields.

Regulatory-Approved Content

All training materials comply with the latest OSHA regulations. Our course is regularly updated to reflect the most current first aid protocols and emergency response techniques.

Self-Paced Learning Experience

Complete training modules whenever you have time, whether that's during lunch breaks or late at night, without disrupting your daily responsibilities.

Expert-Designed Scenario Training

Learn through realistic emergency scenarios created by medical professionals with decades of field experience. Our simulation-based approach builds muscle memory and decision-making skills that kick in during real emergencies.

Proven Track Record

Over 1,920 learners have rated our first aid training 5 stars. Join thousands who have gained confidence and skills through our program, backed by consistent results and real-world success stories.

Who Should Enroll for This Training?

Our basic first aid training course is valuable for anyone who wants to be prepared for emergencies. It's particularly beneficial for:

• Parents and caregivers responsible for children's safety

• Teachers and school staff who supervise students

• Workplace safety officers and team leaders

• Youth sports coaches and athletic staff

• Fitness instructors and personal trainers

• Outdoor activity guides and camp counselors

• Babysitters and childcare providers

• Community volunteers and event staff

• Security personnel and first responders

• Anyone who wants to be prepared to help in an emergency

Don't wait until an emergency happens to wish you were prepared. Enroll in our comprehensive first aid training today.

Regulatory Boards

Our basic first aid training meets or exceeds requirements established by major regulatory agencies and is accredited by over 100 boards nationwide. The course aligns with:

• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.151: Medical Services and First Aid 

• OSHA 29 CFR 1926.50: Medical Services and First Aid

Invest in training that meets the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.