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First class of Iraqi Army medics graduate from training center

Feb-17-2006 » Filed Under: TF Band of Brothers

TFBOB Press Release

MOSUL, Iraq –The Hammam Al Alil Regional Training Center graduated its first class of Iraqi Army medics during a ceremony held at the center Thursday.

The month-long Basic Medic Course teaches students the basics in treating battlefield injuries. The fast-paced course covers lifesaving techniques such as identifying and treating for shock, performing CPR, airway management and how to care for a variety of traumatic wounds.

Students are immersed in their training as soon as they arrive at the center. They are tested under simulated battlefield conditions to gauge their ability to perform the tasks under pressure.

During the graduation ceremony, Lt. Col. Yasseem, the commander of the RTC, addressed the graduates congratulating them as the first medics to graduate the course and challenging them to set the standard for future Iraqi Army Medics.

The Soldiers received a diploma and their individual field medic packs as part of the graduation ceremony.
These new medics will be assigned to various Iraqi Army divisions to provide battlefield medical support and prepare more Soldiers to attend the course.


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