You’ll have the opportunity to learn the basics of first aid with on-site classes in Franklin and Kaiser buildings this month. The four-hour class is designed to provide the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to manage a medical emergency until advanced help is available.

The topics covered include bleeding control; managing shock; head, neck and back injuries; burns; strokes; diabetic emergencies; seizures; asthma; severe allergic reactions; poisoning; bites and stings, and environmental emergencies.

The UCOP Office of Risk Management is sponsoring the training at the following times and locations:

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 12
Times (choose one): 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. OR 1 to 5 p.m.
Location: Kaiser 712

Date: Thursday, Sept. 21
Times (choose one): 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. OR 1 to 5 p.m.
Location: Franklin 9204

Register at the UC Learning Center.