This course trains participants to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give chest compressions, deliver ventila-tions, and provide early use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Students participate in simulated clinical scenarios with an American Heart Association – Basic Life Support (AHA-BLS) instructor to complete skills practice testing and a written exam.
Oxnard Adult School is situated in Oxnard, California, and provides a variety of educational programs for adults. Most notably, the school offers its students the opportunity to gain a Certified Nursing Assistant certification, which is overseen by Sylvia Trueba, the director of the school. The school also provides classes for ESL learners, GED preparation and other career-oriented classes to help adults reach their educational goals.