ICTQual Level 2 Award in citizen AID

Learning Outcomes for the Study Units:

Introduction to Citizen AID

1. Understanding of Citizen AID Principles: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and objectives of Citizen AID, including the REACT acronym and the role of bystander intervention in emergency response.
2. Awareness of Community Empowerment: Recognize the importance of empowering communities to respond effectively to emergencies and the role that individuals can play in supporting each other during critical incidents.
3. Historical Context: Explore the history and development of Citizen AID as a proactive approach to enhancing public safety and resilience in the face of evolving threats.
4. Ethical Considerations: Consider the ethical implications of bystander intervention and the importance of acting responsibly and ethically when providing assistance to those in need during emergencies.

Threat Awareness and Personal Safety

1. Recognition of Potential Threats: Develop the ability to recognize potential threats and hazards in various environments, including public spaces, workplaces, and educational institutions.
2. Risk Assessment Skills: Acquire skills in conducting risk assessments and evaluating the level of danger posed by different situations, including assessing the presence of weapons or suspicious behavior.
3. Personal Safety Strategies: Learn strategies and techniques for prioritizing personal safety while responding to emergencies, including situational awareness, evasion tactics, and the importance of seeking cover or shelter.
4. Understanding of Response Protocols: Understand the importance of following established response protocols and guidelines for personal safety, including procedures for evacuating or sheltering in place during emergencies.

Medical Emergencies

1. Recognition of Medical Emergencies: Develop the ability to recognize signs and symptoms of common medical emergencies, including cardiac arrest, choking, severe bleeding, and allergic reactions.
2. Basic Life Support Skills: Acquire practical skills in performing basic life support interventions, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and techniques for opening and maintaining airways.
3. First Aid Techniques: Learn first aid techniques for treating minor injuries, administering medications (e.g., epinephrine auto-injectors for anaphylaxis), and providing initial care for individuals with medical conditions such as diabetes or seizures.
4. Understanding of Emergency Medical Services: Understand the role and responsibilities of emergency medical services (EMS) providers and the importance of activating EMS assistance promptly when needed.

Trauma Management

1. Assessment of Traumatic Injuries: Develop the ability to assess and prioritize traumatic injuries based on severity and potential for life-threatening complications.
2. Hemorrhage Control Techniques: Acquire practical skills in controlling external bleeding, including the application of direct pressure, wound packing, and the use of tourniquets or hemostatic agents.
3. Airway Management: Learn techniques for managing airway obstruction and ensuring adequate ventilation in individuals with traumatic injuries or compromised airways.
4. Stabilization and Transportation: Understand the principles of trauma stabilization and the importance of rapid and safe transportation of injured individuals to definitive care facilities for further treatment.

Communication and Coordination

1. Effective Communication Skills: Develop effective communication skills for relaying accurate information to emergency services, coordinating with other responders or bystanders, and providing reassurance to individuals affected by emergencies.
2. Use of Communication Devices: Learn how to use communication devices effectively, including mobile phones, two-way radios, and public address systems, to facilitate communication and coordination during emergencies.
3. Collaborative Decision-Making: Understand the importance of collaborative decision-making and teamwork in emergency response situations, including the delegation of tasks and the establishment of clear roles and responsibilities.
4. Crisis Communication Strategies: Acquire skills in crisis communication, including techniques for managing information flow, addressing misinformation or rumors, and providing updates to stakeholders and the public.

Psychological First Aid

1. Recognition of Psychological Distress: Develop the ability to recognize signs of psychological distress in individuals affected by traumatic events, including symptoms of anxiety, fear, grief, and post-traumatic stress.
2. Empathic Listening Skills: Acquire skills in empathic listening and providing emotional support to individuals in crisis, including active listening techniques, validation of emotions, and nonjudgmental communication.
3. Crisis Intervention Strategies: Learn crisis intervention strategies for assisting individuals in managing acute stress reactions, promoting coping mechanisms, and connecting them with appropriate support services.
4. Self-Care Practices: Understand the importance of self-care for responders and volunteers involved in emergency response activities, including strategies for managing stress, maintaining resilience, and seeking support when needed.