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WODEN VFD WANTS YOU!
Have you ever been in a situation where someone around you was hurt
and needed help?
Did YOU know what to do?
Have you ever wanted to help your family and friends in your community or surrounding area?
Have you ever thought about being a First Responder?If you answered "YES" to any of
the above questions...Look no further, here we will tell you all you need to know about what a First Responder is, what they
do and how to become one in your area! What is a
First Responder?A First
Resonder is someone who is trained with knowledge and skills to respond to situations that arise in your community. When an
ambulance is called, sometimes it may take some extra time to get to your community, depending on distance, weather, etc.,
so First Responders are called to respond first to attend to patients while the ambulance is responding. First Responders also help ambulance
personnel when needed, for example...during car accidents or multiple casualty incidents. If an ambulance is NOT located in
your community or nearby, First Responders are paramount in ensuring help is nearby.Who can become a First Reponder?Any one who is 18 years of age or older, and has a current CPR certification within one year
of taking the course. Also, becoming a First Responder is a volunteer service, so individuals who want to, must be willing
to volunteer their time. How much does the First Responder course cost? How long is the course? -Tuition: Non VFD members $175.00 (NO charge to VFD members)-Book/Workbook: $80.00 to $100.00-Current American Heart Association CPR Certification-Immunization records to include: -Tetanus Shot -TB testing -MMR Immunization -Hepatitis B series (need to have at least first shot or sign waiver)-Physician provided physical-Classroom hours: Minimum of 40Where is the First Responder Course Held?TBA *Location of First Responder Course changes from year to year.What do you need to maintain the CERTIFICATION?Every four (4) four years, your individual certification expires with the Texas Department of State Health Services and you need to acquire CE credits (continuing education credits) to re-ceritfy your license. Woden VFD uses a program called eGenesis: Simple Continuing Education.How do you acquire the equipment?Equipment will be issued by Woden VFD upon successfull completion of the state test and with possession of the state cetification from the Texas Department of State Health Services.What knowledge will I have once I have completed the course?-Legal and Ethical Issues -Anatomy -Communicable Diseases-Patient Assessment-Vital Signs (pulse, blood pressure, respirations)-Oxygen Therapy-Medical Emergencies (assessment, treatment, signs/symptoms)-Burn Care-Environmental Emergencies -Pediatric Emergencies -Childbirth-Fractures and Soft Tissue Injuries-Truama Emergencies (head, spinal, bleeding, shock)-Bandaging and Splinting -Spinal Immobilization
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