Description
Overview
Knowing the basics of first aid is an essential skill to have, whether you’re in a workplace environment or at home. It could be a case of saving someone’s life, so it’s never too late to train. This Basic First Aid course is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals and advanced aspects of Basic First Aid, from how to act in potentially life-threatening situations, to conducting a head-to-toe check on someone who has sustained an injury.
This Basic First Aid course applies to everyone and includes expert audiovisual tutorials, easy to follow modules and practical advice for low-risk work settings such as offices, restaurants and shops. Key topics include first aid boxes, the recovery position, administering CPR and treating secondary illnesses such as asthma and allergies. Through case studies and practical exercises, you will learn about the role and responsibilities of a first aider, exploring the contents of the first aid kit in detail. Our experienced instructor will take you through procedures and best practice for dealing with a range of minor, major injuries. In this course, you’ll learn not only the Basic First Aid techniques for adults but also how to adapt and employ basic Basic First Aid techniques for a child or baby.
By the end of this course, you will have excellent practical and theoretical knowledge, with the ability to take control in the case of any first aid emergency. Also, you’ll receive a CPD accredited as proof of your new skills, with the confidence to apply the correct safety measures for your business or workplace.
Key Features of Basic First Aid
Our trusted, high quality, and affordable online courses are designed to train individuals to become experts in their field.
Accredited by CPD
Complies with EU’s General Data Protection Regulation 2018
Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
Developed by qualified professionals
Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
24/7 Learning Assistance
Who should take the course
This Basic First Aid training course applies to, but is not limited to, those in the following professions:
Office Workers
Self-Employed workers
Casual Workers
Workers in warehouses or factories
Childminders
Nursery and pre-school workers
Leisure facility staff
Teachers
Sports Coach
PE Teacher
Athlete
Personal Trainer
Gym staff
Anyone wishing to start First Aid training
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your Basic First Aid course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of the role and responsibilities of a First Aider.
Explain the legal duties an employer (and employee) has in regards to providing First Aid equipment and facilities.
Conduct a primary and secondary survey to assess the condition of a casualty.
Conduct a full-body examination and monitor vital signs.
Correctly use wound dressings, bandages, CPR aids & other first aid kit contents.
Perform CPR and place a casualty in the recovery position.
Understand the first aid techniques for acute medical conditions.
Recognise when Emergency Services need to be contacted.
Assessment
At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.
Accreditation
All of our courses are fully accredited. The content of the Basic First Aid course is certified by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to the continuous professional development principles. This course provides you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helps you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
Curriculum
Module 01: Basic First-Aid Techniques
Module 02: Incident Management at Work
Module 03: Primary Survey
Module 04: Secondary Survey
Module 05: Paediatric First Aid for Common Illnesses, Injuries and Incidents
Module 06: First Aid for Acute Medical Conditions
Module 07: Loss of Responsiveness and CPR
Module 08: Medical Emergency
Module 09: Things to Keep in Mind
