PHECC Cardiac First Response (CFR Community) Course – Roscommon, Athlone, Longford & Midlands

SkillWise delivers PHECC-certified Cardiac First Response (CFR Community) training in Roscommon, Athlone, Longford and across the Midlands and Ireland. This practical half-day CPR and AED course is suitable for workplaces, sports clubs, childcare professionals, community groups, carers, teachers, pharmacists and members of the general public.

Training takes place at our lakeside training venue near Roscommon Town and can also be delivered onsite for workplaces, schools, sports clubs and organisations nationwide.

About the Course

The aim of this Community First Aid course is to provide learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills to respond confidently to everyday medical emergencies at home, at work or in the community.

This PHECC-approved course combines practical hands-on CPR training, AED awareness and scenario-based learning to help participants respond effectively in emergency situations until professional help arrives.

Course Objectives

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

• Assess an emergency scene safely and effectively

• Perform Adult and Child CPR

• Recognise and respond to cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke and choking

• Demonstrate safe use and awareness of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

• Place a casualty in the recovery position and provide basic care until emergency services arrive

• Act calmly, competently and within their skill level in a wide range of workplace and community settings

Course Content

The course includes:

• Scene Assessment & Personal Safety

• Adult & Child CPR

• AED Awareness & Demonstration

• Responding to Cardiac Arrest

• Choking Management

• Heart Attack & Stroke Awareness

• Recovery Position

• Basic Patient Care Until Emergency Services Arrive

Who Needs the CFR Community Course?

This course is suitable for:

• Workplace first responders

• Sports coaches and sports clubs

• Pharmacists and healthcare support staff

• Teachers, SNAs and childcare professionals

• Community and volunteer groups

• Security staff and event staff

• Parents and carers

• Family members of individuals with known heart conditions

• Members of the general public wishing to learn CPR and AED skills

The CFR Community standard is recognised by the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) and is commonly required in workplaces, sports and community settings.

Course Duration

4 hours (half-day)

Assessment & Certification

Assessment is completed through:

• Practical skills demonstration

• CPR assessment

• Short multiple-choice questionnaire

On successful completion, learners will receive a PHECC Cardiac First Response (Community) Certificate.

Certification is valid for 2 years.

Course Delivery Methodology

This course is delivered using:

• Instructor-led teaching

• Practical CPR and AED demonstrations

• Scenario-based learning

• Group participation

• Hands-on practical assessment

The course is interactive and learner participation is required throughout.

Course Access & Language Requirements

To ensure the greatest opportunity for successful participation, learners should have a good command of spoken and written English.

Participants should also be physically capable of carrying out practical skills such as CPR.

Support & Reasonable Accommodation

SkillWise aims to provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all learners.

Reasonable accommodation or additional learner support can be requested in advance of the course by contacting:

training@skillwise.ie
089 941 4861

The instructor will also be available during breaks to discuss any learner needs privately where required.

Full learner policies, supports, attendance requirements and additional course information are available within the Qualtec Learner Handbook.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Information regarding Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), learner policies and course procedures is available within the Qualtec Learner Handbook.

Delivery Options

• Onsite workplace training

• Schools & childcare settings

• Sports clubs & community groups

• Public courses at our Roscommon training venue

• Nationwide group bookings available

Cost

€100 per person

Group and workplace rates may be available for onsite training.

Why Choose SkillWise?

• Delivered by experienced and supportive PHECC-certified instructors

• Practical, hands-on CPR and AED training

• Small group learning environment

• Scenario-based learning relevant to real-life emergencies

• Flexible delivery across Roscommon and surrounding counties

• Suitable for workplaces, sports clubs, schools and community groups

SkillWise Training delivers courses in affiliation with Qualtec ATI, a PHECC Approved Training Institution.

Related Courses

• First Aid Response (PHECC)

• First Aid Response Recertification

• Manual Handling Training

• Patient Handling & Moving Training

• Fire Safety Awareness Training