Covers patient interviewing, medical emergencies, legal aspects of emergency care, and a variety of sudden illnesses. Additional topics include: bloodborne pathogens, fire safety, safe work environments, response in emergency situations, and proper body mechanics when lifting and moving victims. American Heart Association: BLS & Heart Saver First Aid awarded upon successful completion of specific components of the course. CPR will be taught during this course. This course is 8 weeks in length.