Our kids may think we are these all-knowing wise superheroes, but we aren’t really, are we? We may turn superhero-like when our children are in danger, though, and it would be fantastic if we had the knowledge to accompany the superhuman power of our protective instinct. These Top CPR & First Aid Courses in Hong Kong are taught by absolute experts and are meant either for everyone who wants to be better at helping or for helpers and healthcare workers specifically. So, if you’re a helper, take this extra step to make the people in your care feel that they are in the best possible hands. If you’re a parent, take this step to never again hesitate to help someone because you think you might only make it worse and become the person your kiddo sees when they look up!
The guys and girls at Hong Kong St. John Ambulance make a difference and serve the community in a million ways, through thousands of acts every single day. What's really amazing, though, is that they equally selflessly share their expertise. See the full list of their amazing courses here, while we single out two of them that have a focus on CPR. Their First Aid & CPR (IFA) course is for all who want to be able to offer informed help that could save someone's life. The course covers the basic principles of First Aid, hands-on practice, adult CPR and ensures that the participants will not be afraid to use their newly gained knowledge in situations when it's most needed! They are awarded an Attendance Certificate and a CPR Certificate (valid for 2 years) if they pass the test. The course is 6 hours long and held on request. St. John offers another, more specialized CPR course: Infant Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Course (ICPR). The course lasts for 3 hours during which participants learn the principles and practice the protocol of infant CPR. Those who pass the final assessment will be awarded an Infant CPR Certificate (valid for 2 years). Continuing Nursing Education points can be awarded to nursing and healthcare staff upon completing the course.
Hong Kong St. John Ambulance, +852 2524 4888, www.stjohn.org.hk/en
Hong Kong St. John Ambulance, First Aid & CPR (IFA), Get the details, prices, application form and more here!
Hong Kong St. John Ambulance, CPR course: Infant Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Course (ICPR), Learn more about group and individual applications, prices, course schedule and more here.
Matilda's Paediatric Emergency First Aid For Parents course gives parents both theoretical knowledge and a hands-on-a-child-sized-mannequin approach to First Aid and CPR. Puns aside, this course equips parent with the skills and knowledge to navigate serious emergencies. Participants who successfully pass the test will obtain a first aid certificate issued by First Aid International (UK) which is valid for 3 years. See more details and download the application form here.
Matilda Internation Hospital, 41 Mount Kellett Road, The Peak, Hong Kong, +852 2849 0357, health@matilda.org, www.matilda.org
This intensive interactive 4-hour CPR, First Aid & Safety course has helpers covered (which translates to parents, babies and the rest of the freshly-grown family, too!): the course is tailored specifically for Hong Kong families and aims to prevent common breakdowns in communication and unpleasant experiences that can arise from them, as well as equip the helpers to be able to tackle any situation.
Annerley, 17/F Tak Woo House, Wo On Lane, 17-19 D'Aguilar Street (entrance from Wo On Lane), Central, Hong Kong, +852 2983 1558, info@annerley.com.hk, www.annerley.com.hk/index.php. MTR - Central Station Exit D2 Taxi - ask for Lan Kwai Fong Parking - Centrium (Arbuthnot road) or Pottinger street (R off Queens Road Central by Zara). For more information on the course content, click here. If you know a mom-to-be, you can also recommend their free weekly workshops for pregnant Hong Kong mammas.
The Family Zone's Dr. Michelle Ng, formerly run by Yvonne Heavyside, is a UK-qualified doctor with many years of experience working in a number of medical areas. Her 11-hour course Helpers: Child Care, First Aid & CPR is meant to help domestic helpers by addressing the common issues covered in real situations involving kids aged 0-8 years old. They also offer a 4-hour course They also offer a 4-hour course specifically for parents called Paediatric First Aid and CPR. They run these courses frequently across Hong Kong island.
The Family Zone, hugobusbridge@thefamilyzone.hk, +852 9453 5544, www.thefamilyzone.hk Check here to see what exactly is being ta+ught and learn more. A handbook is provided to all participants and all receive a certificate after passing the final test. Enquire or book a course here!
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