Course Description

First Aid is a crucial skill for healthcare workers, providing immediate assistance and care for individuals who have suffered an injury or illness, until professional medical help arrives. This course is specifically designed for healthcare workers in the United Kingdom, covering the essential knowledge and skills needed to confidently and effectively respond to a variety of medical emergencies. The course will teach you how to assess a patient, prioritise their needs, and perform life-saving techniques such as CPR, wound management, and managing fractures and sprains. By completing this course, you will become a more competent and confident healthcare worker, able to provide vital support during emergencies in various healthcare settings.

What will be taught topics

The role of a healthcare worker in providing First Aid
Assessing the scene and the patient
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Choking and airway management
Wound management and bleeding control
Managing fractures, sprains, and dislocations
Burns and scalds
Recognising and managing shock
Medical emergencies such as seizures, stroke, and diabetic emergencies

Lesson list

Exam- First Aid