Foster families: first-aid and CPR standards

First Aid & CPR Bolivia

Being a substitute (foster) family in Bolivia means temporarily taking in a child or teenager who cannot remain with their family of origin, assuming their care, protection and support. Guardianship is granted after assessment by the competent authority; being ready to respond to an emergency — with first aid and CPR — is part of responsible care.

The first-aid requirement

In Bolivia, the substitute family and guardianship are regulated by the Código Niña, Niño y Adolescente (Ley N.° 548). The process is preceded by a report from the Defensoría de la Niñez y Adolescencia and assessment by the Juez Público de la Niñez y Adolescencia. The law does not expressly require a first-aid certificate, but holding current first-aid and CPR training is commonly expected for the safe daily care of a minor.

Follow-up is handled by the Defensoría de la Niñez y Adolescencia and the bodies of the national protection system. A first-aid and CPR certificate is in addition to — not a replacement for — the suitability assessment and the caregiving duties the substitute family takes on, and it should be kept current.

How to meet it

A recognized, up-to-date first-aid and CPR certificate meets this requirement. It is in addition to the required training or assessment, and is renewed periodically.

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Training aligned with the latest emergency-care standards

Our CPR, AED and first-aid training is developed in line with the most recent international guidelines for emergency cardiovascular care and first aid.

We rigorously follow the recommendations of ILCOR (International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation), the international body responsible for the scientific evaluation and development of global resuscitation standards. These recommendations serve as a reference for health organizations, institutions and professional orders worldwide — and are updated as scientific and clinical evidence evolves.

Keep your skills current with confidence

Every intervention can make a difference. Keeping CPR and emergency-care skills current is both a professional requirement and a responsibility toward patients, colleagues and the public.

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