New At POHS: Spanish CPR & First Aid Classes
We’re passionate about making life-saving skills accessible to everyone in our community. That’s why we’re so excited to offer CPR and First Aid classes in Spanish, ensuring that language is never a roadblock to learning how to protect yourself and others in an emergency.
Our Spanish CPR Instructor, Annie, introducing our new classes and explaining why it is important to learn CPR.
The Power of Learning in Your Native Language
Did you know that people are significantly more likely to retain information when it’s taught in their native language? Understanding the details of life-saving techniques is key, and learning them in a language you’re comfortable with can make all the difference. Our Spanish CPR and First Aid classes are intended to help participants fully grasp these vital skills, increasing their readiness to act in an emergency situation.
Supporting Our Diverse Community
Our community is beautifully diverse, with nearly 13% of the population in Oregon and Washington speaking Spanish at home. Our hope with these new classes is to reach as many members of our Spanish community as we’re able to. These classes are about more than just learning—our intention is also to build confidence and create a sense of unity and belonging.
The Stats Speak for Themselves:
- 70% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen at home. Would you know what to do if a loved one needed CPR?
- CPR can double or triple a person’s chance of survival if performed immediately. Yet, only about 46% of those who experience pre-hospital cardiac arrest receive the help they need before professional help arrives.
- The American Heart Association estimates that for every minute CPR is delayed, a person’s chances of survival decrease by 7-10%.
- Only about 6 in 10 Americans are prepared to perform CPR, and language barriers can further reduce this number.
These statistics underscore the importance of knowing CPR. By offering classes in Spanish, we’re making sure more people in our community are equipped to act quickly and effectively when it matters most.
Making Learning Accessible for Everyone
At POHS, we believe in breaking down barriers to education. Whether it’s language, cost, or time constraints, we’re committed to making CPR and First Aid training accessible to everyone. Our Spanish classes are conveniently scheduled, affordable, and taught by our experienced and friendly instructor, Annie.
Join Us and Make a Difference
Taking action starts here. Our Spanish CPR and First Aid classes are crafted to give you the skills to respond in critical moments. Email us to enroll today and be ready when it counts.
