Emergency First Aid
Andover Library
Wednesday 15th January 2025
9.45am to 4.30pm
Free tuition, certification £25 to be paid directly to the tutor
The course will equip the first aider with skills to be able to confidently undertake emergency first aid if someone becomes ill or injured at home/community setting. The course consists of 7 hours of instructor led tuition with the emphasis on practical application of first aid skills. This is a practical course which is interactive and fun.
A fully accredited OFQUAL certificate and course book will be issued by the tutor on the day of the course if required. The fee of £25 is payable directly to the tutor.
Please note this course is for those with personal caring responsibilities and not for businesses or those who need one for their workplace. We reserve the right to refuse a booking if we feel it is for business purposes.
Learning Goals:
- Describe at least 3 responsibilities of a First Aider
- Demonstrate primary and secondary survey, recovery position and CPR
- Identify and deal with disorders of respiration and circulation along with seizures, burns and foreign objects
Who is this course for: This is a course aimed for candidates with little or no first aid knowledge. The course is designed to give the learner skills to be able to respond to everyday first aid emergencies, confidently and effectively. It is a practical course, so floor work for CPR/Recovery position is needed
Previous knowledge or experience: This practical based course is suitable for both complete novices as well as those wishing to refresh their skills
How will I learn: Tutor demonstration, individual and whole group practical activities
How will I be assessed: Tutor observation
Next steps: Paediatric First Aid or Mental Health First Aid courses
This course is aimed at Hampshire residents aged 19+ Attendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue/tutor of any absence you may have.
Attendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue/tutor of any absence you may have.
You will be contacted by a member of the learning in Libraries team prior to the course. We are unable to process your booking without a phone number.
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