The Appointed First Person course teaches the basics of first aid assessment and treatment, so that casualties can be looked after safely until professional emergency care arrives.

What are the entry requirements?

Nil

Who is this course aimed at?

Anyone requiring a basic, one day first aid course.

What will I be doing on the course?

How to summon an ambulance, Scene assessment, the primary & secondary survey.
Resuscitation, How to deal with a unconscious patient, ( The recovery position ).
Dealing with accidents at and at home. Reporting procedures.

How do I study the course?

Standard way is a one day course, Minimum of 6 contact hours.

What can I do after the course?

Become an Appointed person in the workplace, save lives in general.

Additional information:

Valid for 3 years.