Activity First Aid Level 2 (VTQ)™ - Classroom Blended Part 2
The purpose of the Activity First Aid Level 2 course is to provide learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding of first aid to provide appropriate care and manage life-threatening conditions, illness and injuries sustained in an active environment. This is achieved through understanding the general duties, responsibilities and treatment principles of first aid. All our first aid courses fully meet the latest UK and European Resuscitation Council Guidelines as per HSE requirements. When delivered in the classroom, this is available as a regulated qualification for an extra charge if required.
Overview
First aid for active and outdoor environments, from adventure centres and watersports to scout and social groups.
What you will learn
Typical course content includes:
- Role and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
- Minimising the risk of infection and completing incident reports
- First aid equipment and how to use it safely
- Scene survey, primary survey and calling for help
- Managing an unresponsive casualty and the recovery position
- Seizures
- CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
- Choking
- Severe external bleeding and shock
- Minor injuries: cuts, grazes, bruises, burns, scalds and splinters
- Secondary survey and consent
- Fractures, dislocations, sprains and strains
- Head, neck and back injuries, including concussion
- Chest and abdominal injuries
- Burns, scalds and electrical incidents
- Eye injuries
- Poisoning, including poisonous plants
- Anaphylaxis
- Major illness: heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, diabetes and asthma
- Effects of extreme heat and cold during activities
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for:
Key Information
Includes a 6.0 hour CPD certificate, evidence-based training certificate, instant printable wall certificate, expiry reminder and a student manual (English, Spanish, Polish and Arabic). The certificate is valid for 3 years. Group discounts are available.
No previous experience is required.
Questions about this course?
Get in touch and we will be happy to help.