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Building A Program
To build a program that effectively combats SCA in your community, a team of motivated people is needed. This team faces many tasks, such as creating an implementation plan, assessing your community's equipment needs and determining where these units should be deployed, considering funding options, and eliciting support from members of the public and private sectors. Click on the links below for more information.

To learn more about championing a program in your community, click on the links below.

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  • Knowing Your AED Legislation
  • Create an Implementation Plan
  • Assess Your Community's Readiness
  • Determine High-Risk Locations
  • Build a Team of Champions
  • Get Medical Direction
  • Determine Your AED Equipment Needs
  • Create a Comprehensive Training Component
  • Know Your Legal Liability
  • Create Public Awareness and Support
  • Create a Name for Your Campaign
  • Write a Mission Statement
  • Compose a Statement of Need
  • Determine Who Needs to Hear Your Message
  • Consider Using Public Relations Materials to Spread Your Message
  • Find Funds
  • Integrate with EMS
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