Schools' First Aid

This one day course will give your staff a good knowledge of first aid to cover common risks for school students. It is ideal for supplementing your statutory First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work training.

Description

This course is for teachers and school ancillary staff.

This course will cover first aid procedures pertinent to a school environment:

  • The role of the first aider
  • Adult resuscitation (CPR)*
  • Child resuscitation (CPR)
  • Unresponsive child
  • Primary survey
  • Unresponsive adult
  • Communication and casualty care
  • Seizures
  • Choking child
  • Allergic reaction
  • Choking adult
  • Asthma
  • Minor and severe bleeding
  • Head injuries
  • Giving medication at school (including auto-injectors)
  • Bone, muscle and joint injuries
  • Shock

Prerequisites

Delegates must be aged 18 or older to attend this course.

Candidates need a basic command of English (defined as Level 2). While we are often able to provide support to people who do not have English as a first language, our ability to do so is limited by the time available and the number of people who require assistance. We may be able to make special arrangements if requested in advance. Please contact us if you need any guidance.

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