Who needs this qualification?

Anyone involved in a workplace, whether employer or employee, spouse, office staff, member of the public who wish to obtain a qualification in First Aid. Anyone who has not attended a First aid Course provided by a recognised organisation during the last 3 years.

Anyne wishing to become a First Aid trainer, alongside with relevant training experiencen and qualifications.

 

Learning Outcomes

  • Assess emergency situations and carry out appropriate action including informing emergency services
  • Carry out artificial ventilations and chest compressions on infants, children & adults
  • Clear obstructed airways in infants, children & adults
  • Control severe bleeding
  • Recognise a range of childhood illnesses and deal with appropriately
  • Understand the requirements of a First Aid kit
  • Deal with burns and scalds
  • Be able to report incidents & accidents in accordance with the PSLA/NCMA guidelines
  • Understand the principles of good practice in teh administration of medicine to children

  

Duration - 12 hours, usually over 2 consecutive days

Accreditation - CTCS HSE Approved Centre

Assessment - Physical demonstration of ability to carry out CPR

Prerequisite - None

Suggested progression - Requalification within 3 years

 

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