THE LEVEL OF AWARENESS OF HIGH

SCHOOL SCOUT MEMBERS AND NON-

SCOUT MEMBERS ON FIRST AID
Gaemon C. Espinosa
Mikael Cholo C. Quintos
Karen Mae V. delos Reyes
Aaliyah Gabrielle P. Sambale
12 - Benevolence
 statement of the problem
This study aims to determine the level of awareness of scout
members and non-scout members in Marikina City on first
aid. Specifically it seeks to answer the following questions:

What is the level of awareness in first aid of the following groups:

1.1 Scout members;
1.2 Non-scout members?

Which competency is first aid has the highest mean score for the
following groups:
1.1 Scout members;
1.2 Non-scout members?
statement of the problem

Which competency is first aid has the lowest mean score for the
following groups:
1.1 Scout members;
1.2 Non-scout members?

Is the a significant difference between the level of

awareness of scout members and non-scout members?
 Rationale

First aid is the immediate medical treatment given to a person

who has suffered injury or harm before proper medical aid can
be given. Knowledge of first aid is important for a community for
there are many situations where it would be necessary. These
include accidents, natural disasters, and any other incidents
which cause harm or injury to people.
 Rationale

To further promote health and safety of students in schools, the

Republic Act No. 10871, otherwise known as the “Basic Life Support
Training in Schools Act”, was established. The Republic Act required all
public and private basic education schools in the Philippines to teach
and train students in basic life support, which is a form of first aid that is
focused on life-threatening injuries and conditions. In addition to this,
lessons on first aid are also included within the K-12 curriculum.
 Rationale

Students who wish to enhance their competency in first aid can

also join scouting regiments, since the Boy Scouts of the
Philippines and the Girl Scouts of the Philippines are scouting
regiments that aim to help the youth develop values and
competencies, and this includes training them in first aid.
 Rationale

 Although students have, in general, some idea as to the whys and hows of
first aid, the amount of training is still critical to performing it properly, and
failing to properly operate may cause more harm to the persons being
treated. 

    The purpose of this study is to determine and compare the level of

awareness on first aid procedures of high school scout members and non-
scout members.
 scope and limitations

The focus of the study is to determine and compare the awareness of Grade
10 scout members and non-scout members from Kalumpang National High
School (KNHS), San Roque National High School (SRNHS), and Sta. Elena
National High School (SEHS) on First Aid. The researchers will be giving out
one pre survey form to determine if they are scout members. The
respondents will be limited to 72 scout members and 72 non-scout members
for the assessment. The data collection, organization, and processing of data
are to be accomplished from October 2019 to December 2019.
 PARTICIPANTS

 The study will have a total of 144 participants from Kalumpang National High School
(KNHS), San Roque National High School (SRNHS), and Sta. Elena National High
School (SEHS). These will be further classified into two. The first 72 will be the active
members of either the BSP or GSP. They will be chosen according to the following
criteria: 1) they must be Grade 10 students of KNHS, SRNHS, or SEHS; 2) they should
be an officer in any of the two scouting organizations (BSP or GSP). The remaining 72
will be non-scout members and will be chosen according to the following criteria: 1)
they must be Grade 10 students of KNHS, SRNHS, or SEHS; 2) they aren’t members of
any of the two scouting organizations (BSP or GSP).
 LOCALE

The study will be conducted in Kalumpang National High School

(KNHS), San Roque National High School (SRNHS), and Sta.
Elena National High School (SEHS). The following schools were
chosen since they have members both of the BSP and GSP.
 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

Teachers. The results of this study may be used to guide teachers in learning what
students are lacking in their first aid training.

Students. The study will show if the students have a sufficient amount of awareness on
first aid procedures, and the difference on that awareness between scout-members and
non-scout members.

Rescue Teams. The information that will be presented can allow rescue teams to gauge
what to expect on the case of an emergency or disaster that occurs within a school.
 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

Community. The study will show the level of awareness of scout member
and non-scout member students in terms of first aid, and will inform if it is
insufficient, thus giving the community an opportunity to take action in the
form of programs, etc. 

Future Researchers. The results of this study may be used as a reference for
knowing the effectivity of not just the first aid training of scouting regiments,
but the first aid training of educational establishments in general. 
 DEFINITION OF TERMS

Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP).  The national scout association movement for boys and
young men whose mission is to practice outside skills and provide service to the community.


First Aid. The is the immediate medical treatment given to a person who has suffered injury or
harm before proper medical aid can be given. This learned and taught to scouting and non-
scouting students so everyone can respond immediately to any minor or major illness or injury.


Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP). The national scout association movement for girls and
young women whose mission is to support and teach other students their responsibilities in the
school premises and in their home.
 DEFINITION OF TERMS

Life Support Training. The type of medical care taught to first-responders like scouting members or
even non-scouting members to respond immediately in times of need, and is focused on treating life-
threatening injuries.


Non-scout Members. The students who aren't involved in the scouting program and may not be that
too familiar with all the dos and don’ts of first aid.


Scouting Organizations. The program of young students (GSP and BSP) with a will to practice their
survival and leadership skills in order to provide service to other people.


Scout Members. The group of boys and girls who practice leadership and first aid skills.