SQA First Aid Emergency

A basic first aid course focusing on adult life-threatening emergencies, designed for individuals who wish to become an emergency first aider in the workplace

Description

Group bookings are available and can be tailored to your needs. Courses may be delivered onsite, virtually, in person, or on campus. To arrange a private course, you can register your interest Register interest in a private course

You will gain the confidence and practical skills to manage life-threatening emergencies as well as a wide range of workplace injuries and illnesses. Training is based on adult casualties.

Course Content

  • Role and responsibilities of an emergency first aider

  • Assessing an incident

  • Managing an unresponsive casualty

  • CPR and defibrillation (AED)

  • Recovery position

  • Choking

  • Seizures

  • Shock

  • Wounds and bleeding

  • Minor injuries: cuts, grazes, bruises, burns, scalds, nosebleeds, splinters

Prerequisites

  • This is a hands on course that includes physical elements such as demonstrating CPR on a manikin. You will also be required to kneel on the floor to carry out the practical assessments and we would ask that you dress accordingly. 

  • Please bring valid ID (Driving Licence, Passport)

Certification

On successful completion, you will receive an Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate, valid for 3 years

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