THE ML Sultan St Mary’s Primary School hall was a hub of activity as the Mediskills Healthcare Foundation conducted a comprehensive first aid course for early childhood development (ECD) teachers on May 25.
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This initiative, part of the foundation’s community outreach programme, was aimed to provide teachers with essential life-saving skills.
Led by Allison Andrews, the founder of Mediskills Healthcare Foundation, the training covered an extensive range of critical first-aid topics. Forty teachers participated in the session, which combined theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice to ensure they could confidently handle various emergencies.
“We addressed numerous topics, including CPR for adults and children, burns, concussion, epilepsy, fractures, near drowning, choking, first aid for infants, cuts and abrasions, insect bites, cardiac arrest, diabetic coma, sprains and school safety,” Andrews explained.
Teachers from ECD centres across The Bluff, Montclair, Wentworth, Yellowwood Park and Malvern attended the training. Andrews highlighted the significance of keeping teachers up-to-date with the latest first aid techniques to safeguard the well-being of children in their care.
“Community training is essential for keeping our teachers informed about the latest first aid practices,” said Andrews. “By equipping teachers with these skills, we enhance their ability to respond to emergencies, thereby creating a safer environment for our children.”
The course was aimed to build both practical skills and theoretical understanding, ensuring that teachers could respond swiftly and effectively to medical emergencies. This initiative underscores the importance of continuous education and preparedness in fostering a safe learning environment for young children.
Andrews emphasised that the success of this training session illustrates the need for regular first-aid education within the community. She noted that these skills are crucial, not only for teachers but for all individuals as they provide essential knowledge that can save lives.
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