Prepared & Protected: CPR, First Aid, and Disaster Readiness: This session is designed exclusively for high school students eager to develop life-saving skills and learn how to respond effectively in emergencies. Participants will complete the American Heart Association (AHA) Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Certification, receive Stop the Bleed training, and explore the fundamentals of disaster preparedness. Through hands-on activities and expert instruction, students will gain the confidence to act in critical situations and make a positive impact in their communities. Students will also get a glimpse of the opportunities available through UMBC’s Emergency and Disaster Health Systems (EDHS) department, which offers pathways to expand this foundational knowledge into advanced studies and career preparation.
Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate the proper techniques for CPR and use of an AED on adults, children, and infants.
- Identify and provide appropriate first aid for common injuries and medical emergencies.
- Earn an AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Certification upon successful completion of course requirements.
- Learn how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and respond effectively.
- Apply direct pressure, pack wounds, and use tourniquets to control severe bleeding.
- Understand the basics of personal and family preparedness for natural and man-made disasters.
- Identify and assemble essential items for an emergency kit.
- Practice planning and communication strategies for disaster scenarios
LUNCH: Students staying for full day or for both morning and afternoon sessions can bring or buy their lunch. All students will eat lunch on Campus in The Commons, a small food court.
