This course is designed for people who want to receive thorough first aid training. It is most suited to those working in high-risk environments, such as building sites or warehouses and will enable delegates to gain the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of first-aid situations. Delegates will be able to demonstrate the practical administration of safe, prompt, effective first aid in emergencies with an understanding of the role of first aider.

Topics covered on this course are as follows:

• Adult resuscitation (CPR)
• Allergic reaction
• Asthma
• Bone, muscle and joint injuries
• Burns and scalds
• Chest pains
• Choking adult
• Communication and casualty care
• Eye injuries
• Fainting
• Head injuries
• Defibrillator prompts and how to respond (theory-based)
• Defibrillator pad placement (theory-based)
• Low blood sugar
• Managing an emergency
• Minor and severe bleeding
• Poisons and what to do if someone has been poisoned
• Role of the first aider (including knowledge of health and safety regulations)
• Seizures
• Shock
• Spinal injuries
• Stroke
• Unresponsive adult

This three-day course is for delegates with a specific responsibility at work or in voluntary and community activities to help people in a range of first-aid situations.

Delegates must be able to perform practical tasks at floor level, and due to the practical nature of this course, delegates should wear appropriate clothing and footwear, e.g. trousers and flat footwear.

Delegates need a basic command of English.

Successful delegates receive a St John Ambulance certificate, valid for three years.