Basic First Aid

Basic First Aid eLearning course equips participants with essential knowledge and skills to assist with basic health and safety duties. It covers the basics of common injuries, medical conditions and how to respond to emergencies.

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Course duration

95 Minutes

Course delivery

Self-paced

Availability

Individuals, organisations

CPD

1.5 CPD Points

Price

€30 (group discounts apply)

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Online First Aid course

This online Basic First Aid course explores essential workplace first aid knowledge and skills. It guides you through the legal responsibilities, recognising common injuries and medical conditions and how to respond appropriately in an emergency situation.

The course provides practical techniques to treat a number of condition and guidance on when to seek professional medical assistance. The course equips you to act confidently when a medical incident occurs.

Interactive eLearning course

Certificate of completion

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Your learning experience

This self-paced online course allows participants to practically apply what they are learning. It provides an interactive learning experience delivered through video, animation, narration and other media.

Is this course for you?

This course is suitable for all staff who may need to assist with basic health and safety duties, including during an incident or emergency. This course is not a replacement for First Aid Responder training.

What will you learn?

This eLearning course explores Basic First Aid, including responding to common injuries, medical conditions and emergencies.

Basic First Aid

This Basic First Aid course is delivered through three self-paced interactive eLearning modules:

Module 1: Workplace Requirements and Best Practices
Module 2: Common Injuries and Medical Conditions
Module 3: Responding to Emergencies

Module 1

Module 1: Workplace Requirements and Best Practices

At the end of this module, you should be able to:

Define first aid and explain why it’s important
Describe your responsibilities under the legislation
Recall what’s in a first aid kit
Take steps to prevent and minimise the spread of infection

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Module 2

Module 2: Common Injuries and Medical Conditions

At the end of this module, you should be able to:

Recognise common injuries
Identify signs and symptoms of common medical conditions
Take appropriate action
Recognise when to call emergency services

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Module 3

Module 3: Responding to Emergencies

At the end of this module, you should be able to:

Recognise life-threatening emergencies
Describe the key signs and symptoms of major emergencies
Identify when to contact emergency services
Recall basic emergency first aid techniques

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First Aid training

You’ll learn about first aid definitions, legislative responsibilities and what to expect in a first aid kit. You’ll also learn about the practical steps to prevent infection and how to recognise common workplace injuries and medical conditions.

You’ll develop practical first aid skills for burns, cuts, fainting and seizures, plus life threatening emergencies. The course covers essential techniques including CPR, choking response and how to assist during heart attacks, strokes and severe allergic reactions. You’ll also learn when to contact emergency services and when situations require professional medical attention.

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First Aid topics

Workplace Requirements and Best Practices

The benefits of First Aid

Legal rights and requirements

Consent

First aid equipment

Infection prevention and control

Common Injuries and Medical Conditions

Burns and minor wounds

Cuts and grazes

Nosebleeds

Insect bites and stings

Bone and muscle injuries

Breathing difficulties and loss of consciousness

Responding to Emergencies

Reaching emergency services

Heart attacks and cardiac arrests

Unresponsiveness

Performing CPR

Using an AED

Head injuries

Strokes

Choking

Severe allergic reactions

Asthma attacks

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Assessment & certification

A digital Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants who complete and pass the assessment in each module.

Please note that this course is not a first aid qualification. Qualified first aiders have received extensive practical training from an approved training provider.

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Frequently asked questions

How long do I get access to the course?

Individuals will have access to the course for three months from enrolment.

What accessibility features does the course have?

The course features closed captions, keyboard navigation and can be used with a screen reader.

Are there group discounts available?

Yes. Group discounts are available for groups of 5 or more. Contact us for a group quote.

What options are there to deliver this in my organisation?

Organisation licensing and purchasing options are available.

Is there support available?

Tutor-led Instructional Design workshops are available as an addon service.

When will I get access to the course?

Instant access by selecting Enrol now and paying online. You will receive an email with your access details. For group bookings and bookings not completed online you will receive your access details within one working day.

Can I purchase online for groups of people?

Yes. You can select Enrol now and increase the Quantity on the shopping cart page. When you complete your online purchase you will receive an email with a link and instructions on how to enrol your group.