What is the First Aid Level 1 Course?

The level 1 first aid course is a basic first aid course, an introduction to emergency care, equipping learners with the skills to apply and perform basic first aid in emergencies.

Delivered by registered health care professionals, learners will cover theoretical knowledge and have to perform practical skills competently, such as CPR and Choking.

First Aid level 1 is the starting point to the three levels of first aid, and is usually the minimum requirement to be met by companies when being inspected by governing bodies such as the Department of Labour.

DURATION

2 days

CERTIFICATE VALIDITY

3 years

First Aid Level 1 Course (FA1) at the Emcare Training Academy
First Aid Level 1 Course

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COURSE CONTENT

  • Principals of Emergency Care & Safety.
  • Shock, unconsciousness & fainting.
  • Emergency scene management.
  • Fractures.
  • Artificial respiration.
  • Burns.
  • One rescuer Adult C.P.R.
  • Head & spinal injuries.
  • Choking.
  • Emergency Care Equipment.
  • Wounds & Bleeding.
  • Legal implications & Ethics related to emergency care.
Training

PRE-REQUISITES

  • English read/write proficiency.
  • Local language instructors are available on request for groups of 10+.
Training

VENUE LOCATIONS

  • "Available at all Emcare branches.
  • Available at your premises for groups of 8+.
Training

QUALITY ALIGNMENT

  • Department of Labour (DOL)

  • Department of Minerals & Energy (DME)
  • FPMSETA
  • HWSETA
  • US119567

Certifications Available

  • Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded an EMCARE Certificate.

Additional Information

Included in Course

  • A4 certificates
  • Learner manuals.
  • Presentation equipment.
  • For training at your premises travel/accomodation charges may apply.

Accreditation & Affiliates

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