Unit 1 will allow candidates to understand the role and responsibility of a first aider, be able to assess an incident and provide first aid to a casualty who is unresponsive, choking or bleeding externally as well as a casualty who is in shock or with minor injuries.
Unit 2 enables learners to be able to conduct a secondary survey and provide first aid to a casualty with various suspected injuries such as injuries to bone muscles or joints, suspected head or spinal injuries, injuries to the chest or eyes, anaphylactic shock, bites and stings, effects of heat or cold or suspected major illness.
How long is the course? 24 hours (18 guided learning hours, 12 for those completing a requalification)
Is there a test? Multiple-choice question paper and practical observation
What are the next steps?
- QNUK Level 3 Award in Responding to Anaphylactic Reactions (RQF)
- QNUK Level 3 Award in Responding to Incidents with an AED (RQF)