NICA 8-hour First Aid & CPR

The SOLO NICA First Aid + CPR course is an intensive, 8-hour training program designed for individuals seeking comprehensive emergency response skills. Upon completion, participants will receive a two-year certification from the National Institute of Clinical Affairs (NICA).
This immersive course covers essential topics to prepare you for real-life emergencies:
- Emergency Action Planning: Learn about NICA's team approach and protocols.
- Medicolegal Issues: Understand legal aspects including Good Samaritan Laws.
- Infectious Disease Control: Stay informed on handling infectious situations safely.
Patient care is at the heart of this training. You will master techniques such as:
- Assessment Systems & Surveys: Conduct primary and secondary assessments to ensure patient safety.
- Airway Management & Bleeding Control: Techniques for maintaining airways and stopping bleeding effectively.
- Vital Signs Monitoring: Learn how to measure and interpret vital signs accurately.
Communication skills are crucial. You’ll develop proficiency in:
- Patient Interviewing & SOAP Notes: Take detailed histories and document patient information professionally.
- Spinal Cord Injury Management: Proper handling of suspected spinal injuries.
Lifting and moving patients safely is a key focus, with training on various techniques including:
- Musculoskeletal Injuries Handling: Recognize and stabilize musculoskeletal issues.
- Head Injuries & Breathing Issues: Address shortness of breath, dyspnea, hyperventilation syndrome, and diabetic emergencies.
For CPR specifically, the curriculum is thorough and practical. You will learn to:
- Activate EMS Properly: Understand when and how to call for emergency services.
- CPR Techniques: Perform compressions with correct rate, depth, and recoil; provide effective breaths using masks or mouth-to-mouth methods.
- AED Operation & Safety: Use automated external defibrillators (AED) safely and effectively.
The course also covers choking scenarios:
- Airway Obstruction Management: Identify and manage foreign body airways obstructions in adults, children, and infants.
- Back Blows & Abdominal Thrusts: Learn alternative techniques for different patient types.
Upon completion, you will have the confidence to handle a wide range of medical emergencies. The course concludes with practical skills assessments, hands-on demonstrations, and scenario-based evaluations to ensure mastery before certification is issued.