STOP THE BLEED® Training – Learn to Control Life-Threatening Bleeding
Severe bleeding is the number one preventable cause of death after traumatic injury. The STOP THE BLEED® program teaches ordinary people how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and take immediate action until professional help arrives.
In many emergencies, the person who saves a life is not a doctor or paramedic. It is someone already on scene. Until help arrives, you are the help.
What You Will Learn
- How to recognize life-threatening bleeding
- How to apply direct pressure
- How to pack a wound
- How to properly apply a tourniquet
- How to respond safely in traumatic emergencies
Course Options
Participants may complete the STOP THE BLEED® interactive online training for free.
For those who want hands-on experience, a short in-person skills session is available to practice bleeding control techniques using training equipment.
Who Should Take This Training
- Teachers and school staff
- Construction and industrial workers
- Security personnel
- Church safety teams
- Coaches and athletic staff
- Parents and community members