HSI Advanced Bleeding Control

On-site Advanced Bleeding Control training for law enforcement, security, and workplace emergency teams. Learn how to control severe external bleeding quickly and effectively.

Course Overview

The American Heart Association Advanced Bleeding Control course provides detailed training on the control of severe external bleeding. Participants learn how to use direct pressure, commercial pressure bandages, tourniquets, and packed dressings to manage life-threatening bleeding until advanced care arrives.

This class is ideal for individuals and groups who may encounter injury events where heavy bleeding occurs and professional medical help is delayed or limited. The course emphasizes hands-on skills and real-world readiness for critical emergency response situations.

Who Should Take This Course

Workplace employees 
in all industries

Law enforcement officers and private security personnel

Safety officers and 
first responders

Workplace emergency response teams

Teachers, coaches, and childcare staff

Event staff and campus safety teams

General public interested in first aid skills

Anyone trained in first aid who may encounter traumatic bleeding

What’s Included

Instructor-led, hands-on training

Certified AHA or EMC instructor

Course materials and tourniquet practice

Advanced Bleeding Control certification card (valid 2 years)

Skills Covered

Assessing the Scene 
and Calling for Help

Recognizing life-threatening bleeding

Treating Bleeding, 
Wounds, and Burns

Applying direct pressure and pressure bandages

Managing 
Allergic Reactions

Proper use of tourniquets and packed dressings

Handling Bites, Stings, 
and Temperature-Related
Emergencies

Scene safety and rapid response coordination

Recognizing Signs of 
Medical Emergencies

Working with emergency medical service

Format

Instructor-led,
in-person

Length

1.5–2 hours

Class Size

Minimum 10
participants

Certification

Participants receive an official Advanced Bleeding Control certification card valid for 2 years, upon completion of all course requirements and skills demonstration.

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