What is Taught

In this class you'll learn the following

How to treat basic injuries

These injuries can be from minor sprains, to lacerations, to nose bleeds. The student will learn the basics here and at the end of class know how to treat each injury.

Learn about splinting and casting

During this session splinting and casting will be demonstrated in a grid down situation . This would be for a "grid down" situation in which no other help is available. The student will also have a chance to practice splinting.

Learn about vital signs

During this session the student will learn hot to take vital signs such as pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.

Learn about sutures (stitches)

During this session suturing will be demonstrated in a grid down situation. Also a stapler will be introduced and explained.

How to deliver a baby

This is not to replace the care of a licensed professional, but in case of a "grid down" emergency one would need to be prepared on how to deliver a baby. During this session it will be demonstrated how to deliver a baby, some of the potential complications, and practice on a delivery manikin.

How to treat gunshot wounds

During this session treating gunshot wounds will be demonstrated in a grid down situation. Also how to treat a "sucking chest wound" will be demonstrated. Lastly, the student will be introduced to some products that can be beneficial in the treatment of these wounds.

How to bandage and treat wounds

Bandaging techniques will be taught in this session and different ways to treat wounds will be discussed.

Learn about antibiotics

Be introduced to herbal medicine

Learn about Weapons of Mass destruction such as: Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical

Our instructors have extensive background in this area and will discuss the potential threat and considerations relating to Biological, Chemical and Radiological Emergencies

There will also be general discussion of varies survival techniques and ideas