Stroke Awareness
Learn what strokes are, why they occur, how to recognise common symptoms, how to help someone experiencing a stroke, and the principles of treatment, recovery, and prevention.
Overview
This awareness course provides an introduction to stroke prevention and recognition. Learners will review what strokes are, why they occur, the different causes and types of stroke, common symptoms, how to respond if someone may be having a stroke, and key principles of treatment, recovery, and prevention.
Who is it For
This course is suitable for employees, supervisors, first aid responders, and others who want to improve their awareness of stroke symptoms and response actions.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:
- What are strokes and why do they occur?
- Causes and types of stroke
- Symptoms of a stroke
- How you can help if you recognise that someone is having a stroke
- Stroke treatment and recovery
- Stroke prevention
Course Content
The course includes topics such as:
- What strokes are and why they occur
- Causes and types of stroke
- Common stroke symptoms
- How to help when a stroke is suspected
- Stroke treatment and recovery
- Stroke prevention
Assessment
Learners are assessed through knowledge checks and assessment questions during the course. The course includes 23 questions.
Certificate
Successful completion of the course will result in a certificate of completion issued by RelyOn.