Activity First Aid: 2 day course

This Level 3 qualification is made up of two units including First Aid Essentials. It is specifically designed for those who are involved in any form of activity, including sports, leisure and recreation. Not only is Basic Life Support included, but many other First Aid conditions are also covered, making the full qualification very comprehensive. Unit 1, (or day 1) of this qualification contains and covers the learning outcomes of the level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work,  so those who wish to gain the level 3 award in EFAW are able to sit day 1 of this qualification.

Duration

A minimum of 12 contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities, plus an assignment and some pre-course activity could be required.

Syllabus

A range of subjects are covered including:

• Responsibilities and reporting

• Resuscitation

• Angina

• Assessment of the situation

• Heart attacks

• Choking

• Dealing with an unresponsive     casualty

• Minor injuries

• Seizures

• Basic hygiene in First Aid

• Bleeding control

• Shock

• Fractures

• Head injuries

• Asthma

• Drowning injuries

• Diabetes

• Burns

• Electrical injuries

• Spinal injuries

• Heat and cold