EMERGENCY FIRST AID IN THE WORKPLACE

This course is also available for businesses interested in training and development of their employees.
To register your interest, please click HERE to open the Business Development contact page.

Intro to the course:

This one day course allows an individual to become a first aider within their workplace. 

The content is a mixture of theory and practical covering topics such as cardiac arrest and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; care of the unconscious individual; burns; wounds and basic accident management. 

Each section will cover theoretical and practical aspects, with a chance for you to discuss experience. 

Who is the course for?

The course is for anyone that wishes to attain knowledge and practical competences required to deal with a range of workplace first aid situations.

What will I study?

You will study a variety of topics that are relevant to First Aid including An understanding of the role and responsibilities of a first aider., how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others. 

You will also cover legal aspects such as the need for consent to provide first aid and the legislation surrounding first aid. 

Scene surveys and primary patient surveys will be covered to help you in the safe and confident assessment of patients. 

Drawing on the expertise and experience of highly qualified staff, you will gain insight into the world of first aid and hopefully help in stimulating your interest to taking it further. 

Next step course options

This one day course can support you in career progression. 

How will I be assessed?

Practical and theory assessment throughout the day with some written work required.

You will demonstrate your ability to apply what you have learnt throughout the day, with a chance to practice and then be assessed in a safe, secure environment. 

All the topics covered over the course of the day will be included. 

Why should I choose this course?

This is an excellent course for anyone wishing to learn about emergency first aid in the workplace. It is a good. 

Current planned dates:  21st November 2024

Where can this course lead?

This course will allow you to act as a first aider in the workplace. 

What are the entry requirements?

There are no entry requirements for this course. 

What are the interview arrangements?

There are no interviews required for this course. 

Fees, finance and funding:

Fees and finances for short full time:

There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds.

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Other information:

This course can be completed as an individual or is open to organisations who wish to train individuals or groups in first aid. Please do not hesitate to enquire about group bookings.