Stop The Bleed Training:
FAQ’s:
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 ACS Stop the Bleed Course?
Anyone! ACS Stop the Bleed courses are available to anyone interested in learning to control life-threatening bleeding.
Is there an age requirement for ACS Stop the Bleed?
There’s no minimum age requirement for the ACS 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 do I register for this course?
Call 262-687-4879
How long is an ACS Stop the Bleed Course?
Most ACS Stop the Bleed courses last no longer than 90 minutes. A formal presentation is followed by hands-on practice of applying direct pressure, packing a wound, and using a tourniquet to stop bleeding.
How do I find other Stop the Bleed courses being offered near me?
The ACS Stop the Bleed website contains upcoming courses. Use our Find a Course tool to search for one that’s near you. Courses are updated on a regular basis, so you can check back again if you don’t find a course that matches your schedule or is close by. If you don’t find a course in your town or city, try searching by zip code or state.
I don’t see a course available in my community. How do I request one?
Stop the Bleed is a grassroots effort. If you don’t see a course available near you, contact your local hospital and ask for one to be held in your local community.
How do I set up a course for my school or community group?
It’s easy to set up an ACS Stop the Bleed course for your local group. There are tens of thousands of instructors around the U.S. and world. You can find someone nearby to come teach a course for your group by contacting stopthebleed@facs.org.
Are ACS Stop the Bleed courses available online?
A virtual lecture portion of the ACS Stop the Bleed course is now available. We offer an online interactive course which can be found on our Online Course page. Please use our Find a Course tool to search for upcoming classes. The skills portion of the ACS Stop the Bleed course is still an in-person requirement to complete the course and receive a certificate.
Who can become an instructor for ACS Stop the Bleed?
If you have taken an ACS Stop the Bleed course and are interested in becoming an instructor, please see our eligibility criteria found in the instructor application.
