Can I Train To Do First Aid at 16?
gr_batem answered:
You can train at pretty much any age. Read through a first aid manual, which you can probably get from a library to help you out.
laur0117 answered:
The St John Ambulance start first aid training from 5! You can either join cadets until you're 18 or go straight to an adult division. www.sja.org.uk
laur0117 answered:
You're never too young to learn it! Go to your local YWCA or YMCA or community center to find out where to sign up for the class.
SaintsR answered:
Sure you can. I had my first aid certificate when I was 15. Try checking with the local chapters of the red cross.
zippythe answered:
My friend is 13 and has completed her 1st aid and CPR courses so a 16 year old should be able to do it.
debbie f answered:
Of course you can. You can learn first aid at any age from 5 years old through to adulthood. Get in touch with St John's Ambulance.
barrel_r answered:
Sure you could 15 years old is a great age. I suggest you take CPR also if you are going to take first Aid. I have been a instructor with the American Red Cross for about 12 years. You never know when it might be needed. You could get them both in a combined class. I am glad you are thinking about it more people need to know how to help other people.
Sandi K answered:
Of course you can. Pretty much anyone can learn first aid. Try the red cross www.redcross.org. Or one of the other first aid providers such as St. Johns. I'm sure they would gladly point you in the direction of a course. Maybe you would like to join their voluntary organizations and go out on first aid duties with them?
Kirsty answered:
Yes you can. Take a course at your local YMCA or possibly a community college summer program, and you get certified in CPR which is GREAT to have!
Yes you can. Check locally first. Hint, the Local Fire Department will have a class.
If you can not get to a local class, you can always take an online class.
There are several good ones and several poor ones.
Make sure you use one that is nationally accredited so your CPR card will be accepted by anyone.
I used "National CPR" and they were good. Check around and pick a good one.
Most YMCAs, YWCAs, and community colleges offer courses in both First Aid and CPR. You may definitely get the certification at 16. It is great to get both First Aid AND CPR hand in hand so you can help anyone in need. If you're never in that horrid situation then at least you can use it on your resume for a job. (Business owners love it!)