This course is open to the general public and is a slightly more advanced than the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Course, but covers AED & CPR training as standard as well as the following:
- Role of the First Aider: Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first aider, including the importance of maintaining privacy and consent, and the need to stay within the boundaries of their training.
- Assessing an Incident: How to effectively assess an emergency situation, ensure safety, and establish what has happened in order to determine the best course of action.
- CPR and AED Use: Hands-on training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for both adults and children.
- Managing Unresponsiveness: Recognising and dealing with an unconscious casualty, including the recovery position and managing seizures.
- Choking: Identifying and managing a choking casualty, both adults and children.
- Wound and Bleeding: Different types of wounds and how to manage them, including the use of bandages and other first aid items to control bleeding.
- Shock: Recognising and managing the symptoms of shock.
- Minor Injuries: Treatment of less serious issues such as small cuts, bruises, minor burns, and scalds.
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