PHECC First Aid Response Course

1 Day eLearning - followed by 2 days classroom training.
Alternatively 3 days on site First Aid Response Training.

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The aim of this PHECC First Aid Response course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be a First Aid Responder

PHECC First Aid Response Training in Roscommon, Athlone, Longford Midland and Nationwide

Course objectives:

At the completion of this PHECC First Aid course learners will be able to:

• Deal with life threatening or potentially life threatening conditions in the pre-hospital environment until arrival of emergency medical services.
• Provide First Aid Response for conditions not thought to be life-threatening but are necessary to prevent further harm before the emergency medical services arrive.
• Provide pre-hospital First Aid Response in a wide range of environments including home and recreational settings.
• Display the requisite personal skills including composure, competence and self-confidence while understanding their limitations.
• Recognise and be able to cope with the additional challenges provided by “Special Circumstances” for which additional training must be completed
• Deal with life threatening or potentially life threatening conditions in the pre-hospital environment until arrival of emergency medical services.
• Provide First Aid Response for conditions not thought to be life-threatening but are necessary to prevent further harm before the emergency medical services arrive.
• Provide pre-hospital First Aid Response in a wide range of environments including home and recreational settings.
• Display the requisite personal skills including composure, competence and self-confidence while understanding their limitations.
• Recognise and be able to cope with the additional challenges provided by “Special Circumstances” for which additional training must be completed

PHECC First Aid Response Course Content

Patient Assessment
Incident Procedure
Common Medical Emergencies
CPR
Injury Management
Care of the unconscious patient
Burns & Electrical Injury
Hypothermia & Hyperthermia
Information Management
Communications
Well being of the First Aid Responder

Course Access:

To ensure the greatest opportunity for successful participation in our programmes, learners are required to have a good command of English in terms of reading, writing and speaking. This standard of proficiency is indicated by achieving or exceeding the standard of CEFR B2+ Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Learners who have achieved a passing grade in English at Junior Certificate level will be deemed to meet this criterion. However, learners for whom English is not their first language, are required to advise SkillWise, and may be required to provide evidence of proficiency. This could include completing a standardised CEFR test or equivalent.

Training, Administrative, Technical Support and Reasonable Accommodation:

SkillWise will endeavour to provide any reasonable support to ensure that students complete this course successfully. Reasonable Accommodation can be requested in advance of the course by sending an email to training@skillwise.ie. This is detailed in full in the Learner Handbook. The Instructor will be available to discuss any needs or issues on breaks on a one to one basis or collectively. Administrative or Technical support is available via phone, Zoom or email from 9 am to 5 pm.. This can be requested by sending an email to training@skillwise.ie or ringing 089 941 4861. Full details are available in our Learner Handbook.

Cost

€300 per person

Course duration:

18 Hours delivered over three days, one through video elearning (7 hours) and followed by two days in the classroom.

Learners will be assessed on five FAR skills including CPR on the final day.

Course Delivery Methodology:

This course is delivered using lecture, discussion and group work followed by practical demonstration and assessment in the classroom. The course is highly interactive and participation is required from learners.

PHECC First Aid Course Assessment & Time Commitment

You will be required to complete a 20 question MCQ on the final Day. Allow 4 hours for the revision of your notes in preparation for this. Preparation for FAR Skill (s) assessment. Your FAR and CFR skills will be assessed on the final day of the course. You will need to revise your FAR and CFR skills in advance of being assessed. Allow 2 hours for this preparation.

PHECC First Aid Course Certification

On successful completion of the course, students will receive a PHECC First Aid Responder certificate.

Progression. On completion of this course, learners can progress onto the PHECC CFR Instructor Course or the PHECC FAR Instructor Course.

Why SkillWise?

Competence: SkillWise is a Qualtec affiliated business. Courses are run by PHECC FAR Instructors.

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Who needs the First Aid Response course

Workplace first aiders: Many workplaces require a designated first aider to ensure prompt and effective response to injuries or medical emergencies.
Community and voluntary groups: Individuals volunteering or working in community groups may need the training, as recommended by the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC).
Childcare professionals: The FAR standard is recognized by agencies like the Child and Family Agency (TUSLA) and is the recommended standard for those working in childcare.
Parents and carers: The course is suitable for anyone who wants to be prepared to handle emergencies at home, including parents and carers.
Other professionals: Teachers, coaches, and other non-healthcare professionals can also benefit from this training.

Key requirements and validity

Certification: The FAR certificate is valid for two years and requires a refresher course to maintain certification.
Physical capability: Participants must be physically capable of performing skills like CPR.
Language: A good command of English is required for the course.

If you are already certified and need recertification you find further information here: First Aid Recertification Training Roscommon

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