SQA First Aid At Work Refresher
This course is designed for fully qualified first aiders seeking to renew their valid First Aid at Work certification. The programme will provide first aiders with updates and refresh their knowledge of the First Aid at Work syllabus.
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
Course Content
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The role and responsibilities of a first aider
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Assessing an incident
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Managing an unresponsive casualty
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CPR and defibrillation (AED)
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Recovery position
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Epilepsy and seizures
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Choking
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Wounds and bleeding
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Hypovolaemic shock
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Minor injuries
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Heart attack
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Stroke
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Asthma
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Diabetes
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Anaphylaxis
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Head and spinal injuries
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Chest injuries
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Fractures and dislocations
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Sprains and strains
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Burns and scalds
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Poisoning
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Eye injuries
This course is designed for fully qualified first aiders requiring to renew their certificates.
Please note you must renew your certification prior to expiry of your qualification. If your qualification has lapsed you are required to undertake the full qualification and are not eligible to sit a First Aid at Work refresher course.
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), and original copy of in date First Aid certificate.
Certification
On successful completion, you will receive a First Aid at Work Certificate, valid for 3 years,.
You must renew your certification prior to expiry of your qualification. If your qualification has lapsed you are required to undertake the full qualification and are not eligible to sit a First Aid at Work refresher course.
Entry Requirements
It is a requirement of the awarding body that your current SQA First Aid Certificate must be received by us prior to you attending the course.
Could you please email a scanned copy of your current certificate to training@forthvalley.ac.uk ASAP