What the course includes

The qualification is aimed at those who wish to acquire the basic knowledge of first aid, whether it be a requirement of work or not. On completion of the course, students will have the skills that may save the life of a person prior to the arrival of the Emergency Medical Services.

The course covers:

• What is First Aid
• Role of a first aider & HSE Legislation
• Understanding accident management
• Problem solving
• Action plans
• Priorities of life
• Life threatening conditions
• Initial casualty assessment
• Recovery position
• Non breathing, adult choking
• Non breathing adult CPR
• Bleeding slight/severe
• Wounds- embedded material
• Understanding shock and shock treatment
• Cuts, grazes, bruising and splinters

What you need to get on to the course

There are no formal entry requirements. However, we will require payment in full prior to commencement of the course.

How the is course assessed

The award is achieved by passing a multiple choice examination and a physical assessment.

Where does it lead

You will receive a certificate in Emergency First Aid awarded from the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).

For more information

For more information please contact contact Niki Jozefowicz on 020 7258 7254 or email business.development@cwc.ac.uk