This course is combat medic approved. I volunteered to be trained as an Army combat medic and to serve with the combat infantry in Vietnam in 1967-68, AMERICAL-198th Lt; Inf.. The one packed day of instruction in the practical application of the latest technology and then the real world scenarios we worked through were worth more than two weeks of Army training. This is very specific training for people immediately on a scene where people are bleeding out and/or can't breathe due to trauma. When seconds count this training will save lives. You owe it to yourself and others to take advantage of this class. You also learn team work with others like yourself who know in their hearts they can't just stand around and watch someone die when a small amount of the correct knowledge, correctly applied, will save them. Might save yourself as well.

— Alan pogue

A very effective class. Shawn presents the material well, and is very
Down to earth. Packing the deep penetration wound with real tissue and fake blood was great. You really knew you'd done it. The
Live action scenarios were tense enough to feel real, even when there were a few humorous elements. I would recommend this class to anyone who want's to be prepared for the worst, has the
Gear, but needs some real instruction in how to use it effectively!

— Evan Morris

I have been to 3 different med classes this year and this one was far and away the best class I've had.

The senarios that Shawn runs are a game changer. No one else does this around here. I would recommend this class to anyone who want to learn how to take care of major traumas that may happen.

— Shawn Kopinski

This was my first time taking this class. I have previously taken many SABC classes through the USAF. However nothing that i have ever encountered compares to the practical application training of the Civilian Medical 1 class. The class was super valuable for me and was some of the greatest training I have ever received. It allowed me to gain a very realistic perspective on how to react and act in whatever situation we had thrown at us. Also getting thrown into those scenarios really brings out the leadership and followership qualities of folks and yourself. Highly recommended course for anyone of any medical experience level. AT THE END OF THE DAY it is by far one of the best courses I have taken and fully intend of going back again to get more education and practice.

— Ben Schniedewind

Huge thank yous to all the folks that were involved in the coordination of this course. Attending the Civ-Med I course was well worth the price of admission.

If you are looking for some straightforward, real world applicable trauma training you have to get in this class. The program was much, much more than just a power point presentation of "do this and don't do that." Throughout the day so many aspects of traumatic injuries are discussed that I can legitimately say this isn't a program someone attends to just get another certificate to hang on the wall. You'll find out right off the bat that the folks involved in the content and development of the class are the kind of people that eat, breathe and think soberly and spiritually about what they are sharing there. With that in mind when you do spend a day learning more than you'll likely be able to remember, show up ready as a team player and have an open mind about what you are going to take away with you. I was pretty amazed at how the discussions, classroom interaction and practical exercises changed my thinking of what I wanted from the course. Oh and wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty! Sounds like a pretty good time for any old Saturday to me.

Lastly I want to share that any time this class is in my area I will attend it again. The good folks that are involved in here are great and the need for responsible medical training for the world as it is now means no excuses! I have no doubt the experience will be one that you'll tell your friends about.

— Adelbett

I have taken this class multiple times and fell like it is one of the best civilian Medical classes out there. The class is broken up into discussion, practical applications and scenario based training. The Discussions with the instructors and students really bring a lot of leaning to the class while the practical applications help students apply what is taught in the discussions. At the end of the day, the scenario based training is where myself as a student learned the most. We were able to take all the knowledge I had learned in the class and practicals and actually apply them to several real life scenarios such as a bombing or a mass shooting. I can not recommend this class enough for any civilian that wants to be prepared should they find themselves in a crisis and need to respond before the EMTs get there.

— Judson Crossland

Beyond educational, this class was a hell of a lot of fun. Friends were made, and skills were learned and developed. I left feeling like more of an asset to society than when I walked in.

— Peter

Great class and exactly what I was looking for! This isn't a Red Cross first aid class that only covers how to properly apply a Baid-Aid for a minor cut. This trauma class covered a wide variety of what a person needs to know to provide life saving care for loved ones. YOU need to be a first responder. Waiting for police or EMT's to show up can take too long. The class was very well laid out, and hands on. FIVE STARS!

— Tim Mattson

At the end of the day ..,,

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— JohnBoat2

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Great show, Shawn touched me once

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