Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is aimed at learners who wish to become emergency first-aiders in the workplace. This qualification meets the requirements for training emergency first-aiders in those organisations that have identified that staff need to be trained to this level within their first-aid needs assessment.

How long will it take?

To complete this emergency first aid at work qualification learners should expect to typically undertake a one day course, with a minimum contact time of 6 hours.

Topics covered

The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider and how to assess an incident. The qualification also covers first aid skills in CPR and use of an AED, providing first aid to a casualty who is choking and dealing with external bleeding and hypovolaemic shock.

Important: All of our first-aid presentations are FREE to access for approved Highfield training providers. Once logged in to the Highfield website, these presentations can be found within the Supporting Resources section of the member’s Download Area.