Activity First Aid – FAA Level 3 Award

Location

Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre, Marlborough, SN8 3NQ

Time commitment

2 days (8.45am-15.30pm)

Course Fee

£ per person

Course Description

This Level 3 qualification is made up of two units including First Aid Essentials. It is specifically designed for those who are involved in any form of activity, including sports, leisure and recreation.

This is a comprehensive qualification. Basic Life Support is included and many other First Aid topics are also covered.

To book training email: info@oxenwood.org.uk

Topics Covered:

This course covers basic life support and first aid topics including

  • Responsibilities and reporting
  • Heart attack and angina
  • Assessment of the situation
  • Resuscitation
  • Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
  • Minor injuries
  • Basic hygiene in First Aid
  • Bleeding control
  • Fractures
  • Head injuries
  • Drowning injuries
  • Diabetes
  • Electrical injuries
  • Spinal injuries
  • Choking
  • Heat and cold
  • Seizures
  • Burns and Shock
  • Asthma

Assessment

Continuous observation by the trainer and written assessments.

Certification 

Successful candidates receive a certificate, valid for three years.

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