Effectiveness of a Training Program on Kindergarten Teachers' Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Regarding First Aid in Sulaimani City

Background: First aid is crucial in providing immediate care to ill or injured individuals. Kindergarten teachers are often the first responders in schools and thus need adequate knowledge, attitude, and practice in first aid.Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a training program on the knowledge, attitude, and practice of kindergarten teachers regarding first aid in Sulaimani City, Iraq.Methods: A quasi-experimental design with a pre-posttest approach was used. A sample of 102 kindergarten teachers from 51 kindergartens participated in the study. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire and an observational checklist.Results: The training program has demonstrated a significant and positive impact on the teachers' knowledge and practice regarding first aid (p < 0.001), providing reassurance of its effectiveness.Conclusion: The training program effectively enhanced the first aid capabilities of kindergarten teachers. However, the need for ongoing training and refreshment courses is urgent and crucial to maintain and further improve first aid skills among kindergarten teachers.