American College of Surgeons – ACS 
Αμερικάνικο Κολλέγιο Χειρουργών

 

 

STOP THE BLEED

www.stopthebleed.org

 

 

Description 

In the certified Stop the Bleed training program, we teach basic life-saving skills for controlling bleeding, as bleeding is the most common treatable cause of death from injury.

Following the course, participants will get trained in:

  • Direct pressure
  • Tourniquet
  • Packing
  • Hemostatic dressings

 

Who can apply for the course

Everybody. From laypeople to physicians.

 

Duration

According to the official program, the duration is 90 – 120 minutes, however, if there is availability from the participants, it may last a little longer.

 

Certificate

Participants will receive the American College of Surgeons Stop the Bleed certificate.