STOP THE BLEED

The Stop the Bleed course is a certified training program designed to teach participants how to respond quickly and effectively to life-threatening bleeding emergencies and help save lives until professional medical services arrive. Course Content: • Identifying types of severe and life-threatening bleeding • How to assess an injured person quickly and safely • Proper techniques to control bleeding, including: • Direct pressure • Use of bandages • Use of a tourniquet • Hands-on practical training using simulation mannequins Course Duration: Typically 60–120 minutes Target Audience: Open to all members of the community (no medical background required) Certification: Certified by Stop the Bleed / American College of Surgeons