The Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) of Arulmigu Meenakshi College of Nursing (AMCON) organized a comprehensive training programme on First Aid and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) on 21st February 2026 at the Multipurpose Hall of AMCON. The initiative was designed to strengthen students’ knowledge and practical competencies in emergency management and life-saving interventions, ensuring preparedness to respond effectively in critical situations.
The programme commenced with a warm welcome address by Ms. Kalpana, Tutor, AMCON, who highlighted the importance of early intervention and the life-saving potential of prompt first aid measures. She emphasized that equipping future nurses with emergency response skills is fundamental to improving patient outcomes. The presidential address was delivered by Dr. Victor Devasirvadam, Principal, AMCON, who underscored the pivotal role nurses play in providing immediate and efficient emergency care. He encouraged students to actively engage in such training programmes to enhance their professional proficiency and readiness.
Mr. Dinesh Kumar R., Assistant Professor, AMCON, introduced the resource persons and outlined their professional expertise. The training was structured into two focused educational sessions. The first session on “Basic First Aid Measures” was delivered by Mrs. Durga Devi B., Assistant Professor in Medical-Surgical Nursing at Sri Narayani College of Nursing, Vellore. She elaborated on essential first aid principles and management of common emergencies including wound care, fracture stabilization, bleeding control, and burn management, presenting the content in an interactive and clinically oriented manner.
The second session on “Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)” was conducted by Mr. Prasanna Kumar E., a certified BCLS Instructor at IRCF. He provided detailed demonstrations of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway management techniques, and appropriate chest compression protocols in alignment with internationally accepted standards. His methodical, step-by-step instruction ensured clarity and reinforced correct procedural techniques.
A highlight of the programme was the hands-on skill training session facilitated by Mrs. Durga Devi B., where students practiced first aid and BCLS techniques under expert supervision. The experiential learning component allowed participants to refine their practical skills in a structured environment, significantly enhancing their confidence in emergency response.
The programme concluded with a feedback session in which students expressed appreciation for the practical orientation and interactive nature of the sessions. A total of 100 students actively participated in the training, making it a highly impactful initiative that strengthened clinical preparedness and reinforced the essential responsibility of nurses in saving lives during emergencies.
