What is it?
Massive bleeding from any cause, but particularly from an active shooter or explosive event where a response is delayed can result in death. Victims can quickly die from uncontrolled bleeding, within five to 10 minutes.
Similar to how the general public learns and performs CPR, the public must learn proper bleeding control techniques, including how to use their hands, dressings, and tourniquets. Only certified healthcare providers can administer a Stop the Bleed course. Learning to STOP THE BLEED® is a lifesaving skill.
STOP THE BLEED® Public Course
-Limited class size to 20 participants per course
-Start time is 6:00pm to 7:30pm (doors open at 5:30pm)
-Course location is at Guelph General Hospital Auditorium
-Paid parking available onsite
-Course registration fee is $50.00 +tax per participant
-You will receive a certificate at the end of the course
Why is STOP THE BLEED® important?
Learning to STOP THE BLEED® is a lifesaving skill. The number 1 cause of preventable death after injury is bleeding. With 3 quick actions, you can be trained and empowered to save a life.
Who can take the STOP THE BLEED® Course?
Anyone! STOP THE BLEED® courses are available to anyone interested in learning to control life-threatening bleeding.
Is there an age requirement for STOP THE BLEED®?
There's no minimum age requirement for the STOP THE BLEED® course, although we do recommend letting parents/guardians know about the graphic images and content included in the presentation. Instructors have taught the class to kids of all ages!
How We Teach
Our instructors from the Guelph General Hospiatl Trauma Program (Doctors & Nurses) will teach you live—in person, using training materials specially developed to teach bleeding control techniques. They will not only instruct you, they will be available to check your movements as you practice three different bleeding control actions. They will keep working with you until you demonstrate the correct skills to STOP THE BLEED® and save a life.
Cancellations and Refunds
A full refund will be provided up to 48 hours before the course (minus the cost of the eventbrite fees). No refund is availble for a no-show or on the day of the course. Some exceptions may apply.
If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact our Trauma Program Coordinator Lisa at lgroulx@gghorg.ca (Please allow up to 48 hours for response)
