First Aid Courses
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Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) FAA Award
Where a workplace first aid risk assessment identifies a need for an Emergency First Aider in the Workplace, this one-day qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982.
Duration: 6 hours (plus breaks).
Minimum age of learner: 14 years. A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role.
Valid: For 3 years. Although HSE strongly recommends annual refreshers.
Course content:
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Responsibilities and reporting.
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Assessing a first aid situation.
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Bleeding control.
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Burns and scalds.
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Choking.
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Management of shock.
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Minor injuries.
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Recovery position.
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Resuscitation and defibrillation (AED).
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Seizures.
Level 2 Basic Life Support (BLS) FAA Award
This course will give learners the skills, knowledge and practical competence to administer first aid until professional medical help arrives. It is particularly suitable for healthcare professionals for the purpose of Continual Professional Development (CPD). The qualification is delivered following the protocols set by the Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines.
Duration: 3 hours.
Minimum age of learner: 14 years. A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role.
Valid: For 3 years. Although HSE strongly recommends annual refreshers.
Certificate on completion.
Course content:
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
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Choking.​
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Defibrillation (AED).
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Primary Survey.Recovery position.
Level 3 Activity First Aid FAA Award
This course will give learners the skills, knowledge and practical competence to administer first aid until professional medical help arrives. It is particularly suitable for healthcare professionals for the purpose of Continual Professional Development (CPD). The qualification is delivered following the protocols set by the Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines.
Duration: 2 days.
Minimum age of learner: 14 years.
Valid: For 3 years. Although HSE strongly recommends annual refreshers.
Certificate on completion.
Course content:
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Angina and heart attacks.
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Asthma.
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Burns.
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Bleeding control.
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Choking.
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Dealing with an unresponsive casualty.
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Diabetes.
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Drowning injuries.​
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Electrical injuries.
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Fractures.
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Head injuries.
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Minor injuries.
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Primary Survey.
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Responsibilities and reporting.
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Resuscitation.
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Seizures.
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Shock.
Level 3 First Aid at Work (FAW) Requalification FAA Award
This 2-day First Aid at Work course is designed for those who currently hold a First Aid at Work qualification and are due to expire and meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982. A First Aider can renew their FAW qualification by attending a 2-day requalification course without question, if it’s within 1 month past the expiry date of their previous First Aid at Work certificate.
Duration: 2 days.
Minimum age of learner: 14 years. A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16. Then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role.
Valid: For 3 years. Although HSE strongly recommends annual refreshers.
Certificate on completion.
Course content:
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Asthma.
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Bandaging.
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Burns.
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Chest injuries.
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Choking.
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Control of bleeding.
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Dealing with an unresponsive casualty.
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Diabetes.
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Eye injuries.
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Fractures and spinal injuries.
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Head injuries.
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Heart attacks.
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Legalities, responsibilities and reporting.
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Poisoning.
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Primary Survey.
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Resuscitation and defibrillation (AED) awareness.
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Shock (including Anaphylaxis).
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Stroke.
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Sprains and strains.
Level 3 First Aid at Work (FAW) FAA Award
Where a workplace first aid risk assessment identifies a need for a First Aider in the Workplace, this three-day qualification will give the participants a qualification to the highest level of First Aid, meeting the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982. It is a requirement of the Health & Safety law that employers provide a safe and healthy environment to work in. If your assessment of first aid needs highlights the need for qualified first aiders, then this level 3 qualification (level 6 in Scotland) will provide you with suitable, highly trained personnel. This comprehensive three-day course covers a wide range of first aid emergencies, enabling all participants to deal with emergency situations with confidence in a prompt, safe and effective way.
Duration: 3 days.
Minimum age of learner: 14 years. A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role.
Valid: For 3 years. Although HSE strongly recommends annual refreshers. Ideally, the course should be run over three consecutive days, but we have the flexibility to accommodate your specific needs if you so desire providing it is completed within 10 weeks of starting the course.
Certificate on completion.
Course content:
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Asthma.
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Bandaging.
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Burns.
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Chest injuries.
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Choking.
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Control of bleeding.
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Dealing with an unresponsive casualty.
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Diabetes.
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Eye injuries.
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Fractures and spinal injuries.
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Head injuries.
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Heart attacks.
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Legalities, responsibilities and reporting.
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Poisoning.
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Primary Survey.
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Resuscitation and defibrillation (AED) awareness.
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Shock (including Anaphylaxis).
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Stroke.
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Sprains and strains.
Level 3 Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis FAA Award
An Anaphylactic shock, or anaphylaxis, is a life-threatening, serious allergic reaction to an allergen such as food substances or insect stings. If it is not treated appropriately, it may cause death. This training is for qualified First Aiders and Emergency First Aiders to enable them to recognise and treat anaphylaxis safely and effectively. When administering a medication, it is important to recognise and differentiate between allergic reactions and the potentially life-threatening anaphylactic reactions immediately. It is also essential to determine whether the individual has had an allergic or anaphylactic response to the medication in the past or prior to administration. This course is suitable for all First Aiders and healthcare professionals, as well as those in a high risk environment where such medication is available.
Duration: 6 hours (plus breaks).
Minimum age of learner: 16 years.
Valid: For 3 years.
Course content:
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Description of anaphylaxis.
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Identifying triggers for anaphylaxis.
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Describe life threatening problems associated with the:
- Airway.
- Breathing.
- Circulation.
- Disability
(Neurological status).
- Exposure
(Skin and mucosal changes).
- Explain the need for an early call for help.
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Explain the treatment for anaphylaxis:
- Non re-breather mask.
- Removal of trigger.
- Auto-injector.
- Identify key features of adrenaline-auto injectors.
- Conduct an initial assessment using the ABCDE approach.
- Demonstrate a recovery position.
- Demonstrate resuscitation for adult and/or child.
- Recognise the need to use an auto-injector.
-Prepare medication for administration during anaphylaxis treatment.
- Demonstrate the safe use of an adrenaline auto-injector using a training device.
- Safely dispose of sharps according to agreed ways of working.
- Handover the casualty to a medical professional.
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Explain the treatment for anaphylaxis:
- Non re-breather mask.
- Removal of trigger.
- Auto-injector.
- Identify key features of adrenaline-auto injectors.
- Conduct an initial assessment using the ABCDE approach.
- Demonstrate a recovery position.
- Demonstrate resuscitation for adult and/or child.
- Recognise the need to use an auto-injector.
-Prepare medication for administration during anaphylaxis treatment.
- Demonstrate the safe use of an adrenaline auto-injector using a training device.
- Safely dispose of sharps according to agreed ways of working.
- Handover the casualty to a medical professional.
Level 3 Oxygen Therapy Administration FAA Award
This training enables users to administer oxygen safely and effectively, for casualties with breathing difficulties. Delegates will learn how and when to administer oxygen to a casualty and the safety concerns with carrying, storing and administering it. This course is suitable for qualified First Aiders, Emergency First Aiders, dental practitioners and dental care professionals, nurses, healthcare professionals and others working in an environment where oxygen is available for casualty welfare.
Duration: 6 hours (plus breaks).
Minimum age of learner: 16 years.
Valid: For 3 years.
Course content:
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Explain benefits of oxygen therapy.
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Identify indications for the use of oxygen.
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Explain contraindications prohibiting use of oxygen.
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Explain dangers of using compressed gas.
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Outline health and safety rules for the: use, storage and handling of oxygen.
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Carry out operational checks in preparation for use of oxygen therapy equipment.
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Identify when oxygen therapy is required.
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Administer oxygen using the required flow rate for the following oxygen delivery devices:
- Non re-breather mask
- Bag, valve and mask. -
Administer oxygen to a patient in line with agreed ways of working
Level 3 Emergency Paediatric First Aid
This one-day Emergency Paediatric First Aid course has been designed for those who have an interest in child and infant basic life support. If you have a professional interest, i.e. you are a child-minder or school teacher, etc, then this course partly fulfils the requirements of Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage require you to have 12 hours of paediatric first aid training, so the 2-Day Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid would be required to fulfil their requirements. This 6 hour qualification also makes up the first half of the 12-hour course.
Duration: 6 hours (plus breaks).
Minimum age of learner: 16 years
Valid: For 3 years.
Course content:
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Anaphylaxis and Shock.
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Assessment of the situation.
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Dealing with an unresponsive casualty.
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Epilepsy.
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Minor injuries.
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Responsibilities and reporting.
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Resuscitation.
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Wounds and bleeding.
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid FAA Award
This course has been developed for those who are working with children and infants. It will be of particular interest to child minders, nursery staff, playgroup staff, teachers and anyone else who has a responsibility for their welfare whilst in your care.It is ideal for individuals who are responsible for children and infants, who wish to gain a nationally regulated Level 3 Award. This two-day course satisfies the guidelines and criteria as laid down by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Ofsted. In order to obtain this qualification, you must attend both days and complete the two units of accreditation.
Duration: 2 day course
Minimum age of learner: 16 years
Valid: For 3 years.
Course covers:
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Anaphylaxis.
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Asthma.
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Burns.
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Choking.
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Control of bleeding.
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Dealing with an unresponsive casualty.
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Diabetes.
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Eye injuries.
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Fainting​.​
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Fractures.
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Head injuries.
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Infantile convulsions.
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Meningitis.
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Primary Survey.
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Responsibilities and reporting.
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Resuscitation.
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Shock.
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Sickle cell anaemia.
Paediatric First Aid Course
Suitable for groups of parents, family, post-natal groups and carers.
Duration: 3 hours.
Course content:
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Accessing the right help.
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Bites and stings.
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Bumps.
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Burns and Scalds.
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Choking.
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Limb injuries.
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Resuscitation.
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Seizures.
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Sepsis.
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Wounds and bleeding.