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PHECC First Aid Response Recertification Course

2 days classroom training

Aim

The aim of this First Aid Response Recertification course is to refresh and update learners’ knowledge and practical skills so they can continue to act effectively as a First Aid Responder in the workplace or community, in line with PHECC standards.

Objectives

On completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Assess and manage life-threatening and non-life-threatening conditions until emergency medical services arrive

  • Provide effective CPR and AED use for adults, children, and infants

  • Recognise and respond appropriately to medical emergencies such as heart attack, stroke, seizure, asthma, diabetes, and shock

  • Manage injuries including bleeding, burns, fractures, and environmental conditions (hypothermia/hyperthermia)

  • Care for an unconscious patient safely

  • Communicate and record relevant information clearly

  • Demonstrate composure, competence, and self-confidence while understanding their limits as a responder

Course Content

  • Patient Assessment

  • Incident Procedure

  • CPR and AED Use

  • Common Medical Emergencies

  • Injury Management

  • Care of the Unconscious Patient

  • Burns and Electrical Injury

  • Hypothermia & Hyperthermia

  • Information Management & Communications

  • Well-being of the First Aid Responder

Assessment & Certification

  • Assessment: 20-question multiple-choice exam and practical skills assessment

  • Certification: PHECC First Aid Responder Certificate (valid for 2 years)

  • Participants must demonstrate competence in First Aid Response (FAR) and Cardiac First Response (CFR) skills

Course Duration

2 Days
9:30 am – 3:30 pm each day

Learners should allow additional time before the final day for:

  • Reviewing notes (approx. 4 hours)

  • Revising FAR and CFR skills (approx. 2 hours)

Access & Requirements

To participate, learners must:

  • Hold a valid First Aid Response certificate (within 2 years of issue)

  • Have a reasonable level of English (CEFR B2+ or Junior Certificate level)

Delivery Options

  • In-person sessions at our Roscommon Town training venue

  • On-site delivery for workplaces or groups (minimum 5 participants)

Cost

€200 per person
(includes course materials, assessment, and certification)

Why SkillWise?

  • Delivered by PHECC-certified instructors with years of training experience

  • Practical, hands-on refresher

  • Supportive, small-group environment

  • Local, flexible delivery across Roscommon and surrounding counties

Pair your First Aid course with our Manual Handling Training to create a safer workplace.

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