First Aid at Work (Accredited) – Cohort 03

Course fee: Standard: £350 | Associate Member: £280 | ACE Member: £280 | HCPA Member: £280

Three day course at HCPA Campus
All sessions must be attended (T&C’s apply).
Day 1: 03/10/2023
Day 2: 04/10/2023
Day 2: 05/10/2023

The First Aid at Work qualification, which conforms with HSE guidance, 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. The qualification meets the requirements for training first-aiders in those organisations that have identified that staff need to be trained to this level within their first-aid needs assessment.

The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider, how to assess an incident and recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness. The qualification also covers first aid skills in CPR and use of an AED and assisting a casualty who is suffering from major injury and illness such as chest injuries, spinal injuries, anaphylaxis and correct use of auto-injectors.

In line with guidance provided by the HSE, the qualification supports/approves workplace first aiders for a period of 3 years, after which point delegates will need to retake the course. Therefore, the qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of award. In addition to this, it is recommended that delegates refresh their knowledge annually.

Topics covered:
Roles and responsibilities of an emergency first aid responder
Undertake Primary surveys
Provide appropriate first aid for:
unresponsive casualties
choking
external bleeding
shock
minor injuries
Undertake Secondary surveys
Provide appropriate first aid for:
bones, muscles & joint injuries
head & spinal injuries
chest injuries
burns & scalds
eye injuries
poisoning
anaphylaxis
major illness

Delegates will undertake theory and practical assessments throughout the duration of the course

It is strongly advised that delegates are physically capable of completing the practical assessment and have a minimum of Level 1 in English to complete the theory assessment

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