Question 1

What is the purpose of the class?

Accepted Answer

To teach you how to control life‑threatening bleeding until EMS arrives.

Question 2

How long does the class take?

Accepted Answer

About 90 minutes. A short presentation is followed by hands‑on practice with direct pressure, wound‑packing, and tourniquets.

Question 3

Is this appropriate for a child or teenager?

Accepted Answer

This course is designed to teach critical, rapid, and easy to learn skills to stop bleeding in most situations. There is no minimum age requirement - but some content or mannequins may be graphic for some students. We welcome young people to learn how they can help others or themselves.

Question 4

Do I need prior medical training?

Accepted Answer

No. The course is aimed at lay rescuers. Techniques are simple, step‑by‑step, and practiced on task trainers.

Question 5

Will the slides or content be graphic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they include realistic wound photos that will assist in teaching critical skills to save lives.

Question 6

Is there a written test?

Accepted Answer

No - you demonstrate each skill alongside an instructor and other students to show proficiency.

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