Sign-up is now open for a 4-H Stop the Bleed Certification workshop on May 2 in Springfield, Vermont.
This free workshop is offered by the University of Vermont Extension in partnership with Southern Area Health Education Center. It's for 4-H'ers ages 11-18.
Participants will learn how to:
- recognize life-threatening bleeding
- take quick, effective action using direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquets
- practice real-world skills with trained instructors from Rescue INC
- be confident leaders, responsible community members and prepared helpers at events, farms, worksites, and everyday settings
Upon completion of the workshop, 4-H'ers will earn a nationally-recognized Stop the Bleed certification.
Registration is required.
Workshop details:
DATE: Saturday, May 2, 2026
TIME: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: River Valley Technical Center (RVTC), 307 South Street, Springfield, VT 05156
REGISTRATION: Register online at https://go.uvm.edu/4h-stb.
ACCOMMODATIONS: To request language interpretation/translation assistance and/or a disability-related accommodation to participate
in this program, please call (802) 656-7530 or email Camille Kauffman at camille.kauffman@uvm.edu by April 10, 2026.
QUESTIONS: Email Camille Kauffman at camille.kauffman@uvm.edu.