The HSE-recognised First Aid at Work training course provides a comprehensive set of practical skills needed by first aiders in most workplaces, giving both the ability and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies. It meets the standards required to help comply with Health and Safety (First aid) regulations
How long will it take?
Option 1 - Learners should expect to undertake 22 hours of learning, spread over three days, minimum contact time of 18 hours. Option 2 – Learners can participate in an e-learning course (1 day from home) and two days classroom based learning.
Topics covered
Roles and responsibilities of the first aider, how to assess an incident and recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness. This qualification also covers:
Adult Resuscitation (CPR)
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Allergic Reaction
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Asthma
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Bone, muscle and joint injuries
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Burns and scalds
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Chest pains
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Choking adult
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Communication and casualty care
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Eye injuries
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Fainting
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Head injuries
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Defibrillator prompts and how to respond (theory based)
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Defibrillator pad placement (theory based)
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Low blood sugar
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Managing an emergency
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Minor and severe bleeding
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Poisons and what to do if someone has been poisoned
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Role of the first aider (including knowledge of health and safety regulations)
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Seizures
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Shock
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Spinal injuries
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Stroke
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Unresponsive adult
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Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by a practical demonstration and a multiple-choice theory test. Certificates will be sent to you on successful completion of this course.
