Description

Opioid overdoses have become a critical public health crisis, affecting communities nationwide. With the right knowledge and confidence, you can recognize the signs of an overdose and take life-saving action while waiting for emergency responders.

The American Red Cross First Aid for Opioid Overdoses online course teaches you how to identify, respond to, and help prevent opioid overdose emergencies. In just 45 minutes, you’ll gain practical skills to assist someone in crisis and better understand substance use disorders.

What You’ll Learn:

• Recognizing signs and symptoms of opioid overdose
• Understanding opioid overdose prevention strategies
• Identifying withdrawal symptoms
• Providing first aid based on a person’s responsiveness
• Performing rescue breathing and CPR when needed
• Using naloxone (Narcan® nasal spray, EVZIO® auto-injector) to reverse an overdose

Course Features:

• 100% online and self-paced
• Engaging audio and video lessons
• Start immediately after enrolling
• Continued access to course materials after completion
• Digital certification available anytime online—plus a printable option

Who Should Take This Course?
This training is essential for healthcare professionals, first responders, community volunteers, and anyone who wants to be prepared to help during an opioid overdose emergency.

By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to act quickly in a life-threatening situation—potentially saving a life.