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First Aid Level 1
This practical First Aid programme is suitable for any employee needing a basic knowledge of first aid. Time is spent on primary and secondary surveys so that delegates learn how to make the right decision when diagnosing the extent of an injury and how treat it correctly.
Specific Outcomes Covered
- To learn how to carry out a Primary Survey.
- To learn basic Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) techniques.
- To learn the use of a barrier device.
- To learn about artificial respiration.
- To understand how to carry out a Secondary Survey.
- To learn about the need for head and spinal neurological assessment.
- To understand the basics of spinal immobilisation.
- To understand how to carry out basic splinting.
- To learn the basics of bandaging.
NQF Level
1
Applicable Unit Standard
Perform basic life support and First Aid procedures. (119567 US. No.)
Credits Awarded
5
Duration
Two days
Group Size
Minimum 6/maximum 12 delegates
Target Audience
This programme is suitable for any employee needing a basic knowledge of first aid.
Training Medium
Interactive outcome based workshop, including a learner’s workbook, practical activities and exercises, and assignments.

First Aid Level 2
This practical First Aid programme will build on the basic knowledge of first aid gained in Level 1 and delegates will become proficient and confident in the application of their skills by undertaking a range of scenarios. This workshop is focused on practising essential first aid techniques. It is suitable for any employee needing a more detailed and practical knowledge of first aid.
Specific Outcomes Covered
- To carry out a Primary Survey.
- To undertake Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
- To learn advanced and modified CPR techniques.
- To learn the use of a barrier device.
- To learn how to use artificial respiration.
- To understand how to carry out a Secondary Survey.
- To learn head and spinal neurological assessment.
- To understand how to carry out spinal immobilisation.
- To understand how to perform splinting.
- To master more advanced bandaging techniques.
- To demonstrate a more detailed application of first aid by undertaking a range of scenarios.
NQF Level
3
Applicable Unit Standard
Provide primary emergency care/ First Aid as an advanced first responder. (254220 US. No.)
Credits Awarded
8
Duration
Three days
Group Size
Minimum 6/maximum 12 delegates
Target Audience
This programme is suitable for any employee needing a more advanced knowledge of first aid. It is aimed at employees who have already completed the Level 1 course.
Training Medium
Interactive outcome based workshop, including a learner’s workbook, practical activities and exercises, and assignments.
First Aid Level 3
This practical First Aid programme allows delegates to gain an advanced knowledge of first aid and to become confident in the practical application of their skills. Practical application will be the most important and beneficial element of the level 3 course. The focus will be on participating in a range of “emergency/real-life” scenarios to sharpen first aid skills with minimal prompting from the facilitator.
Specific Outcomes Covered
- Scene management.
- To carry out a Primary Survey.
- To undertake Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) focusing on “One-man, Two-man”, Child and infant resuscitation.
- To learn advanced and modified CPR techniques.
- To learn the use of a barrier device and a pocket CPR mask.
- To practice artificial respiration.
- To carry out a Secondary Survey - advanced head-to-toe surveying.
- To practice the use of a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope.
- To undertake head and spinal neurological assessment.
- To understand spinal immobilisation.
- To use a spine board, spider harness, head blocks and base plate.
- To practice splinting.
- To practice bandaging.
- To practice strapping.
- To identify the appropriate means of patient transport.
- To demonstrate competence in handling emergency childbirth.
- To learn how to deal with a range of emergency scenarios without help or prompting.
NQF Level
3
Applicable Unit Standard
Provide primary emergency care/ First Aid as an advanced first responder. (254220 US. No.)
Credits Awarded
8
Duration
Four days
Group Size
Minimum 6/maximum 12 delegates
Target Audience
It is aimed at employees who have already completed Level 1 and 2 courses.
Training Medium
Interactive outcome based workshop, including a learner’s workbook, practical activities and exercises, and assignments.
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