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    Learn first aid techniques for emergency medical care. Understand how to provide initial treatment for injuries and medical conditions.

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    • T

      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Cracking the Creativity Code: Discovering Ideas

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Brainstorming, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Operations Management, Design Thinking, Resourcefulness, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Visionary, New Product Development, Curiosity, Solution Delivery, Initiative and Leadership, Presentations, Adaptability, Persistence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Dimensionality Reduction, Natural Language Processing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      253 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite

      Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      653 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Strategic Organization Design

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Process Design, Business Strategy, Business Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Planning, Systems Thinking, Growth Strategies, Decision Making, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      297 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      MedCerts

      The Heart, Blood, and Lungs

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Medical Terminology, Cardiology, Respiration, Medical Records, Pathology, Anatomy, Electocardiography, Laboratory Testing, Vital Signs, Biology, Infectious Diseases

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Peking University

      Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers

      Skills you'll gain: Pediatrics, Child Health, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric First Aid, Nutrition and Diet, Nursing Care, Working With Children, Maternal Health, Clinical Nutrition, Primary Care, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Toileting, Health Assessment, Infectious Diseases, Dental Care, Respiratory Care, First Aid

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Building No-Code Apps with AppSheet

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Automation, Application Deployment, Automation, Process Design, Business Process, Workflow Management, Cloud Applications, Google Workspace, Application Development, Application Performance Management, Data Integration, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Application Lifecycle Management, User Interface (UI), Data Management, Restful API, Application Security, Scalability, Spreadsheet Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      174 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Information Management, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Health Policy, Information Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, Cloud Computing, Patient Safety

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      385 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Cape Town

      Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms

      Skills you'll gain: Visual Impairment Education, Differentiated Instruction, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Teaching, Special Education, Curriculum Development, Disabilities, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Empathy, Student Support and Services, Psychosocial Assessments, Working With Children, Diversity and Inclusion, Collaboration, Social Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      179 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      Infosec

      Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, General Networking, Linux, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Machines

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      483 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking: Insights to Inspiration

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, User Research, Design Research, Open Mindset, Human Centered Design, Project Scoping, User Experience Design, Project Planning, Growth Mindedness, Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Customer Insights, Empathy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      109 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular first aid courses

    • Cracking the Creativity Code: Discovering Ideas: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning: IBM
    • Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite: DeepLearning.AI
    • Strategic Organization Design: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • The Heart, Blood, and Lungs: MedCerts
    • Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers: Peking University
    • Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations: Johns Hopkins University
    • Building No-Code Apps with AppSheet: Google Cloud
    • Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance: Johns Hopkins University
    • Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms: University of Cape Town

    Frequently Asked Questions about First Aid

    First aid is the help given to someone suffering from an injury that helps the condition from getting worse. First aid helps you provide care in emergency situations and gives you an understanding of the best practices to use on various conditions. First aid minimizes injury and, in serious cases, will keep the victim alive while help arrives.‎

    It's important to learn first aid so you can be prepared to help save lives in unexpected situations. Whether you are thinking about going into a career in the medical field or not, first aid will give you a basic understanding of what to do if someone is injured and needs help. What you learn can be taken into a medical, psychological, or self-care practice to mitigate stressful situations. Learning first aid can also guide you into a specific medical area of interest. As you learn more you may discover new skills and other areas to explore that you can later go further into.‎

    Online courses will help you learn first aid by providing detailed lectures with an interactive format that offers flexibility and gives you the chance to work at your own pace for the best learning experience. You will also have projects and assessments to test your understanding of the material and help you retain the information. Online courses will challenge you, prepare you for real-life scenarios, and give you the material necessary to ensure you can provide the necessary care.‎

    Learning first aid is the basis for any health care or medical field opportunity but can take you in many directions. Knowledge of first aid is also necessary to be a flight attendant and childcare provider where you will use active and reflective listening skills to assess the situation and provide a quick and efficient solution to help the victim. If you are looking for medical career opportunities, first aid is the first thing you will need. This will help you become an EMT, nurse technician, or firefighter.‎

    You don't need any experience or special skills to begin learning first aid. These courses will give you everything you need to gain the right understanding of what to do in emergent situations. Learning first aid will enhance already existing skills like listening skills. And as you progress in the course, you will learn new skills along the way.‎

    Online First Aid courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new First Aid skills. Choose from a wide range of First Aid courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in First Aid, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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