Did you know?

According to the Irish Red Cross, research by the charity shows that only 5% of the Irish population know first aid.

The Principles of First Aid are as follows;

• Preserve Life – stop the person from dying.

• Prevent Further Injury – stop the person from being injured even more. If possible, an injured person should not be moved.

• Promote Recovery – try to help the person heal their injuries.

Who’s it for?

In essence, everybody should know how to perform Emergency First Aid in all walks of life.

Duration

1 day (6-7 hrs of instruction)

2 x 3hr evenings

Course Content

• Introduction to First Aid

• Accident Management and Patient Assessment inc Recovery Position

• Respiratory Emergencies (Asthma)

• Common Medical Emergencies (Diabetes, Seizures/Epilepsy & Anaphylaxis)

• Cardiac First Response- CPR (introduction to AED)

• Wounds, Bleeding & Shock   

• Altered Levels of Consciousness

• Musculoskeletal Injuries including sprains, strains, fractures & dislocations

• Burns & Scalds, Chemicals, Poisons and Electric Shock

• Hypothermia (Inc cold water shock) & Hyperthermia (Heat Stroke/Exhaustion)

Method of Delitvery

The course is facilitated by an instructor who will use PowerPoint presentation and practical sessions to guide you through the course.  

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be issued with a certificate for Emergency First Aid from Vital Obs Donegal. Certificate valid for 2 years.

Student Ratio

10/12 students per 1 instructor

Cost

€60 per person

Group discounts are available (Please contact us by email on info@vitalobsdonegal.com or phone Paul on 0860809443 for further information)