First Aid / CPR Course...

Course Description...

Promoting safety and safe diving is an important goal of the Nittany Divers. One of the ways we do this is by promoting and offering first aid, CPR, and AED training at low cost to our members. We work with local Red Cross certified instructors to offer these courses to our members several times a year, typically in conjunction with our Scuba Rescue Diver course.

We typically offer the CPR for the Professional Rescuer version of the CPR course which includes one and two person CPR skills.

Current First Aid / CPR certification is required for the Scuba Rescue Diver, Training Assistant, Assistant Instructor, and Dive Master courses.

Who Can Take the Course...

This course is open to anyone age 18 and older. (NOT JUST Penn State students and faculty!)

This course is open to anyone wanting First Aid / CPR / AED training. Club members will be given first priority when signing up, but others are welcome to participate if there is room in the course.

How Much Does the Course Cost...

The cost of the course is typically subsidized in part by the club and costs around $30.00 after the subsidy. (Course costs are subject to change without notice.)

The cost of the course includes all instructor and certification fees.

Participation and payment for this course
DOES NOT guarantee certification!

Refunds:

The cost of the course can be refunded if you do not attend. Once you start the course, no refund will be issued.

Where, When, and How Long is the Course...

The course is typically offered in conjunction with our Scuba Rescue Diver Course which is run during the Spring and second Summer semesters.

The course typically takes between 4 and 12 hours depending on whether it is the full course or a recertification course. The dates are determined based on instructor availablity.

When is the next course being offered:

What Will I Be Learning...

In the First Aid portion of the course you will learn how to assess accident scenes, determine safety for yourself and victims, and call for appropriate help. You will also learn how to treat basic injuries like cuts, scrapes, burns, and bruises. The CPR portion of the course will teach you how to perform CPR and rescue breathing for a victim who's heart and/or breathing has stopped. The AED portion of the course teaches you the proper use of an AED device to further aid a victim who's heart is not beating properly.

How Do I Register...

To Register for the Course:

Consult our list of upcoming courses. When you see this course listed, there will be an "enroll" link so you can sign up online. Payment instructions will be included with your online enrollment.

You CANNOT schedule our courses through eLion.

Confirmations:

Once we receive your check, someone will send you an e-mail confirmation to let you know we received the check and give you any additional information you may need about the course. You are not officially enrolled in the course until you receive this confirmation!

Refunds:

The cost of the course can be refunded if you do not attend. Once you start the course, no refund will be issued. For other situations and conditions see the section above on "How Much Does the Course Cost..."

Frequently Asked Questions...

Q: How long is the certification good for?

A: First Aid certifications are good for three years while CPR certifications must be renewed every year.

Additional Questions, Comments, or Suggestions...

Do you have a comment, suggestion, or question not covered by this page? If so, please e-mail the webmaster for an answer and so it can be added to this page.


	First Aid / CPR Course... Course Description... Promoting safety and safe diving is an important goal of the Nittany Divers. One of the ways we do this is by promoting and offering first aid, CPR, and AED training at low cost to our members. We work with local Red Cross certified instructors to offer these courses to our members several times a year, typically in conjunction with our Scuba Rescue Diver course. We typically offer the CPR for the Professional Rescuer version of the CPR course which includes one and two person CPR skills. Current First Aid / CPR certification is required for the Scuba Rescue Diver, Training Assistant, Assistant Instructor, and Dive Master courses. Who Can Take the Course... This course is open to anyone age 18 and older. (NOT JUST Penn State students and faculty!) This course is open to anyone wanting First Aid / CPR / AED training. Club members will be given first priority when signing up, but others are welcome to participate if there is room in the course. How Much Does the Course Cost... The cost of the course is typically subsidized in part by the club and costs around $30.00 after the subsidy. (Course costs are subject to change without notice.) The cost of the course includes all instructor and certification fees. Participation and payment for this course DOES NOT guarantee certification! Refunds: The cost of the course can be refunded if you do not attend. Once you start the course, no refund will be issued. Where, When, and How Long is the Course... The course is typically offered in conjunction with our Scuba Rescue Diver Course which is run during the Spring and second Summer semesters. The course typically takes between 4 and 12 hours depending on whether it is the full course or a recertification course. The dates are determined based on instructor availablity. When is the next course being offered: Check the Online Schedule of Courses Sign up on the Notification List to be automatically e-mailed about future offerings of this course. What Will I Be Learning... In the First Aid portion of the course you will learn how to assess accident scenes, determine safety for yourself and victims, and call for appropriate help. You will also learn how to treat basic injuries like cuts, scrapes, burns, and bruises. The CPR portion of the course will teach you how to perform CPR and rescue breathing for a victim who's heart and/or breathing has stopped. The AED portion of the course teaches you the proper use of an AED device to further aid a victim who's heart is not beating properly. How Do I Register... To Register for the Course: Consult our list of upcoming courses. When you see this course listed, there will be an "enroll" link so you can sign up online. Payment instructions will be included with your online enrollment. You CANNOT schedule our courses through eLion. Confirmations: Once we receive your check, someone will send you an e-mail confirmation to let you know we received the check and give you any additional information you may need about the course. You are not officially enrolled in the course until you receive this confirmation! Refunds: The cost of the course can be refunded if you do not attend. Once you start the course, no refund will be issued. For other situations and conditions see the section above on "How Much Does the Course Cost..." Frequently Asked Questions... Q: How long is the certification good for? A: First Aid certifications are good for three years while CPR certifications must be renewed every year. Additional Questions, Comments, or Suggestions... Do you have a comment, suggestion, or question not covered by this page? If so, please e-mail the webmaster for an answer and so it can be added to this page.