Northeast Alabama Community College Fall 2014-2015
SYLLABUS
HED 230
3 Semester Credit Hours - B
Safety and First Aid
3 Contact Hours
I.
Course Description
HED 230 is divided into two parts. The first part concerns itself with the development of a safety education program within an organization (i.e., school, office, shop, etc.). The second part deals with physical injuries and emergency care and treatment of those injuries. The students will participate in CPR training. However, if they wish to acquire
CPR certification and Standard Red Cross Cards, they must complete the 1 semester hour course (EMS 100) in addition to this course.
II.
Prerequisite
None
III.
Course Textbooks, Manuals, or Other Required Materials
Advanced First Aid, CPR & AED , National Safety Council, McGraw Hill. 2011.
IV.
Course Learning Outcomes
A.
The student will learn the guidelines of safety for any organization.
B.
The student will learn the selection process and training of personnel in charge of caring for others.
C.
The student will learn the safety equipment that is needed by various organizations.
D.
The student will learn the first aid supplies that will be needed.
E.
The student will learn how to use personal protection equipment.
F.
The student will learn how to treat injuries.
V. Activities Promoting General Education Outcomes
Cognition
1.
Critical thinking - Students will use critical thinking in learning the process of treating an injury.
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2.
Synthesis of knowledge and skills – Students will synthesize knowledge and skills obtained throughout the course to learn how to treat an injury.
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VI . Outline of Course Topics
A.
First aid room
B.
Selection of personnel for training
C.
Showers and devices for eye irrigation
D.
Non-drug items
E.
Drug items
F.
Personal protection
1.
Gloves latex and vinyl
2.
Face mask or shield
3.
Hand washing
G.
Control bleeding
H.
Protecting the injury
I.
Removing objects from an injury
J.
Moving the victim
K.
Activating EMS
L.
CPR Training
VII. Methods of Instruction
A.
Lectures
B.
Class discussion
C.
Video tutorials
D.
Individual instruction (instructor and tutors)
E.
Online delivery through Blackboard
VIII.
Evaluation and Assessment
A.
The course grade will be determined by the following methods:
1. Written and oral quizzes
2. Written exams
3. Oral presentations (individual and/or group)
4. Homework
5. Class participation
6. Projects
The individual instructor and/or department will determine grades based upon the following: A=90–100%, B=80–89%, C=70–79%, D=60–69%, and F=below 60%.
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B.
Departmental Assessment of General Education Outcomes
1.
Critical thinking skills will be assessed by a test on controlling bleeding
2.
Synthesis of knowledge and skills will be evaluated by a quiz on treating injuries.
C.
Use of Assessment Findings
During the Fall In-service of the year following the scheduled review of HED 230, a committee will review all course assessment materials submitted by the instructors and division chair. The committee will submit a report of any recommended curriculum changes for HED 230 to the division chair, who will then submit them to the Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) Committee. Upon approval by the SLO Committee, a copy will be filed with the Office of
Institutional Planning and Assessment.
IX.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all classes for which they are registered. Students who are unable to attend class regularly, regardless of the reason or circumstance, should withdraw from that class before poor attendance interferes with the student’s ability to achieve the objectives required in the course. Withdrawal from class can affect eligibility for federal financial aid.
X.
Statement on Discrimination/Harassment
NACC and the Alabama State Board of Education are committed to providing both employment and educational environments free of harassment or discrimination related to an individual’s race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, or disability. Such harassment is a violation of State Board of Education policy. Any practice or behavior that constitutes harassment or discrimination will not be tolerated.
XI. Statement of Adherence to ADA Guidelines
Instructors will adhere to the Americans With Disabilities Act and/or Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act (1973) and will publish the following statement on course outlines given to students at the beginning of each semester: “Any individual who qualifies for reasonable accommodations under the American With Disabilities Act or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973) should notify the instructor immediately.”
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