the College of Nursing, Cihan University-Duhok, successfully concluded the "Heart Saver and First Aid

the College of Nursing, Cihan University-Duhok, successfully concluded the “Heart Saver and First Aid

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the College of Nursing, Cihan University-Duhok, successfully concluded the “Heart Saver and First Aid

December 11, 2025
Health Awareness and Community Empowerment, Teacher Training and Professional Development
Credit: 80

On August 15th, 2024, the College of Nursing, Cihan University-Duhok, successfully concluded the “Heart Saver and First Aid” course, delivered as part of the “Zakat Al-Ilm” Program, an initiative aimed at promoting knowledge and skill development within the community. The course was led by Dr. [Layla M. Salih], Head of the College of Nursing, and was designed to provide advanced training in essential first aid practices. Over the course of one week, participants, specifically teachers from both primary and secondary schools, engaged in an intensive program that combined both theoretical knowledge and practical training. The curriculum covered critical areas of first aid, including the administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), effective wound management, and the implementation of emergency response techniques. The course aimed to equip educators with the skills necessary to manage health emergencies that could arise in educational settings, thereby enhancing the safety and well-being of students under their care. The course also emphasized the importance of timely and effective intervention, reinforcing the role of teachers as first responders in school environments

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Educational, Teacher Training and Professional Development

Zakat Science Foundation and World Institute held a seminar entitled (Building Relationships between Contemporary Education inbetween teacher and student) for Dr. Karim Sharif Karachetani

On September 10, 2026, under the slogan “Zakat of Knowledge is Our Duty,” the Zakat Al-Ilm Organization, in coordination with Cihan Institute of Erbil, organized a seminar delivered by Prof. Dr. Karim Sharif Qarachatan titled: “Building a Modern Pedagogical Relationship Between Teachers and Students.” The event was held in the hall of Cihan Institute for the institute’s faculty and students, in the presence of Dr. Ali Karim Al-Zamin, Administrative Director of the Zakat Al-Ilm Organization, and Mr. Hiwa Mohammed, Director of Cihan Institute. During the session, he discussed the role of teachers and effective ways of engaging with students, concluding the seminar with an open Q&A session for the attendees.

Health Awareness and Community Empowerment

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During the ceremony, certificates of participation were presented to the attendees. Furthermore, the department’s presidency commended the instructors and wished the participants continued success in their educational journey and the development of their practical and hands-on skills.

Community Engagement and Collaboration, Technology

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