On completion of training, successful candidates should be able to:

• Understand the role of the first aider including reference to:
  1. The importance of preventing cross-infection
  2. The need for recording incidents and accidents
  3. Use of available equipment
• Assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency
• Administer first aid to a casualty who is unconscious (including seizure)
• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Provide basic instruction in the use of an AED
• Administer first aid to a casualty who is choking
• Administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded and bleeding
• Administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock
• Provide appropriate first aid for minor injuries

No formal entry requirements.

A good understanding of English is required.

There is no formal exam, continual assessment of skill during the course.

We work with our partners ABC Training Services, they are an established training provider in the heart of Burton.