First Aid

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About the course

First aid is a critical skill that can save lives in emergencies. This course on First Aid Awareness equips care professionals with the essential knowledge and techniques to handle common first aid situations. From CPR to managing wounds, this course provides practical guidance on how to respond quickly and effectively when accidents happen. Ideal for those working in domiciliary care, care homes, and other healthcare settings, this training will boost your confidence in providing immediate care.

What will you learn

First Aid Basics: Understand the principles of first aid, including when and how to provide assistance safely.
Responding to Emergencies: Learn essential techniques, such as CPR, the recovery position, and how to handle choking, bleeding, and burns.
First Aid Equipment: Gain knowledge on using first aid kits, defibrillators, and other emergency tools.
Legal and Ethical Considerations: Understand your legal responsibilities when providing first aid in care settings.
First Aid for Different Conditions: Learn how to handle various conditions, including asthma, diabetes, seizures, and more.

Course Content

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Module 1: Introduction to First Aid and First Aid Needs 5 Topics

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Introduction to First Aid Awareness and needs assessment

Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981

The Care Act 2014 and First Aid

First Aid Kits

Example of First Aid Requirement in a Care Setting

Module 2: Infection Control in First Aid and DRABC 3 Topics

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Infection Control in First Aid

DRABC – Emergency Response Protocol

AVPU – Levels of Consciousness

Module 3: CPR, Defibrillators, and Managing Cardiac Emergencies 6 Topics

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When to Call 999 or 111

Cardiac Arrest and CPR

CPR Differences for Children and Adults

Using a Defibrillator (AED)

Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack) and Angina

Stroke

Module 4: Managing Injuries and Medical Emergencies in Care 5 Topics

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DNR – Do Not Resuscitate Orders

Managing Bleeding and Shock

Responding to Choking and Poisoning

Seizures and Fainting

Managing Heat-Related Illnesses (Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke)

Module 5: Managing Other Medical Emergencies in Care Settings 4 Topics

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Diabetic Emergencies and Allergic Reactions

Asthma and Hyperventilation

Fractures, Dislocations, and Soft Tissue Injuries

Burns and Scalds

Module 6: Reporting, Documentation, and Legal Requirements 4 Topics

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Accident Books and Incident Reporting

Understanding RIDDOR and Compliance

Record Keeping and Documentation Standards

Reporting Near-Misses and Non-Injury Incidents

Case Study 1 Topic

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Case Study: First Aid Response in a Care Home

Quiz

References

References:

Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (1981). Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/books/l74.htm
The Care Act 2014. (2014). An Act to make provision to reform the law relating to care and support for adults and the law relating to support for carers, to make provision about safeguarding adults from abuse or neglect, and for connected purposes. Available at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2014/23/contents/enacted
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (n.d.). Slips and Trips: Health and Safety Executive. Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/slips
NHS Choices. (n.d.). DRABC: First Aid Steps. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (n.d.). Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/firstaid/electricity.htm
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). (2016). Sepsis: Recognition, diagnosis and early management. Available at: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng51
British Heart Foundation (BHF). (n.d.). Understanding Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest. Available at: https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/conditions/heart-attack
Stroke Association. (n.d.). What is a stroke? Understanding FAST symptoms. Available at: https://www.stroke.org.uk/finding-support/what-stroke
NHS Choices. (n.d.). Burns and Scalds. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/burns-and-scalds
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (n.d.). Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR). Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/riddor
British Red Cross. (n.d.). First Aid Training and Emergency Care Guide. Available at: https://www.redcross.org.uk
Asthma UK. (n.d.). Managing Asthma Emergencies. Available at: https://www.asthma.org.uk/advice/manage-your-asthma/