First aid classes in Kentucky state teach procedures and basics required to preserve life and treat accidental injuries until a victim can seek further medical care. The most common injuries that a first aid course will cover are choking, head injuries, wounds, seizures, poisoning, fractures, and burns. Free first aid and CPR classes provide information only, so individuals who want a formal education should look for American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR and first aid courses that provide certification to participants who passed an exam.