Mount Everest College Organizes First Aid Training Programme

In line with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) and as a proactive response to the growing vulnerabilities posed by challenging terrains, changing climate conditions with Floods and other domestic injuries or health emergency, Mount Everest College (MEC), Senapati, successfully conducted a comprehensive First Aid Training Programme. The event was jointly organized by the Value Added Course (VAC) Cell and the B.Ed Department of the college.

The training served as both a teaching-learning component under the B.Ed and VAC curriculum aligned with NEP 2020, and as a disaster preparedness initiative to equip students and staff with essential life-saving skills. The programme aimed at enhancing community resilience and awareness regarding medical emergencies in the region’s geographically and climatically sensitive areas.

The event was graced by Dr. V. Alexander Pao, President of MEC, and the Principal, along with faculty members and enthusiastic students from various departments. Two eminent medical professionals and also the Alumni of the Institution—Dr. James Pao, Senior Medical Officer, Senapati and Dr. Veijohne Vemai, were the resource persons for the session.

The interactive training covered a range of critical first aid topics including:

Management of bites and stings (dog/cat bites, snake bites, bee stings)

Response to choking incidents

Treating diarrhea and food poisoning using ORS

Drowning rescue techniques

CPR for stroke and cardiac arrest

Emergency care for burn injuries

Identifying and managing allergic reactions and anaphylaxis

Dealing with heat exhaustion, fainting, nosebleeds, and wounds

Handling seizures and understanding how to provide basic care

Introduction to the contents and use of a basic first aid kit

The participants actively engaged in hands-on demonstrations and simulations, ensuring practical understanding and application of the techniques taught. The session emphasized the importance of immediate response during medical emergencies, especially in areas with delayed access to professional healthcare services.

The initiative was lauded as a step forward in holistic education and community preparedness, fulfilling the interdisciplinary and skill-based learning approach advocated by the NEP 2020.

Mount Everest College continues to stand at the forefront of empowering students not only academically but also through real-life, practical training that fosters social responsibility, safety awareness, and resilience among its stakeholders.