Basic First Aid and Basic Life Support
Basic First Aid and Basic Life Support is designed for all members of the community and can be taken as a separate standalone award.
Description
This award establishes a competent level of skill in Basic First Aid and Basic Life Support for infant, child, and adult casualties, and the treatment of choking.
Prerequisites
Candidates must be a minimum of 8-years-old at the time of taking the Basic Life Support and Basic First Aid course, and no prior first aid knowledge is required.
Course Assessment
The course syllabus and practical skills are continually assessed by the course trainer. The assessment will include verbal question and answer sessions and practical demonstrations of CPR and First Aid.
Requalification
This course is valid for 2 years upon date of completion, candidates will need to complete a new course before this date to re-qualify.