Sports First Aid

Target Audience:
This qualification is aimed at students who will be involved in sport as a coach, spectator or want to build their knowledge and confidence in dealing with first aid situations and meeting club or National Governing Body First Aid cover requirements.

The Objectives / Learning Outcome:
All students will learn necessary skills in dealing with exercise induced injuries along with the relevant regulations.

Student Details:
There is a maximum of 12 places available.
Validation of Certificate: 3 years
Course Duration: 6 hours
Course Times: 09.30 – 16.30 (this is flexible)

Course Content:

• Basic Health & Safety Legislation
• First Aid Kit contents and Equipment
• Accident Report Forms
• Scene Assessment
• Casualty Assessment
• Control of Bleeding
• Treatment of Burns
• Fractures and soft tissue injuries
• Care and management of an unconscious casualty
• Head Injuries
• Treatment of Asthma
• Treatment of Convulsions
• Treatment of Blocked Airways
• Resuscitation for Adults and Children
• Suspected Spinal Injuries

Course Materials:
All students will receive a course book, and certificates will be forwarded upon successful completion of the course.

Dress Code:
There will be a practical on the course so appropriate clothing will be needed.

Course Assessment:
The final assessment will determine a student’s ability to act safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency occurs when Sport or Exercise is involved and to deal with a casualty who:

• Is Unconscious;
• Requires Cardiopulmonary resuscitation;
• Is wounded and bleeding.

Important:
Core subjects listed are tailored for each group.

Certification:
Certificates of attendance will be issued; valid for three years.