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Basic First Aid Course

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Emergencies do not wait, and neither should your training. This Basic First Aid Course gives you the hands-on knowledge to assess any emergency, control bleeding, perform CPR, use an AED, and manage medical crises before professional help arrives. Whether you are protecting your family, your coworkers, or a stranger on the street, this course prepares you to act fast and act right.

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What you will learn:

You will start with the core principles of first aid, including scene safety, legal responsibilities, and the ABCDE assessment framework. From there, you will master CPR and AED use for adults, children, and infants, plus airway management and choking relief techniques. The course covers bleeding control, fracture care, and how to recognise and respond to medical emergencies like heart attacks, strokes, and anaphylaxis. You will also learn to handle environmental emergencies such as burns, heat stroke, and hypothermia. Supplementary modules cover infection control, first aid kit preparation, mental health crises, and effective communication with emergency services.

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Course content

8 Chapters • 33 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Foundations of First Aid

  • Lesson 1 • Personal Safety and Scene Assessment

    Teaches responders to evaluate hazards before approaching a victim. Safe scene entry is the prerequisite for all subsequent first aid actions.

  • Lesson 2 • What First Aid Is and Why It Matters

    Defines first aid, its purpose, and its impact on survival outcomes. Establishes the responder's role within the broader emergency care chain.

  • Lesson 3 • Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

    Covers duty of care, consent, and Good Samaritan protections. Ensures responders act within ethical and legal boundaries during emergencies.

  • Lesson 4 • Primary Survey: ABCDE Approach

    Introduces the systematic ABCDE framework for rapid victim assessment. Provides the clinical logic that organises all hands-on interventions taught later.

Chapter 2See details

Airway Management and Choking

  • Lesson 1 • Choking in Infants and Children

    Adapts relief techniques to infant and child anatomy to avoid injury. Responders apply back blows and chest thrusts safely for small victims.

  • Lesson 2 • Airway Opening Techniques

    Covers head-tilt chin-lift and jaw thrust for unconscious victims. Correct technique maintains a patent airway for rescue breathing and ongoing assessment.

  • Lesson 3 • Airway Anatomy and Obstruction Types

    Reviews upper airway anatomy and classifies obstructions as partial or complete. Understanding anatomy guides selection of the correct relief technique.

  • Lesson 4 • Choking Relief in Conscious Adults

    Teaches back blows and abdominal thrusts for conscious adult victims. Correct sequencing and force application dislodge foreign body obstructions effectively.

Chapter 3See details

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Essentials

  • Lesson 1 • CPR Quality and Fatigue Management

    Addresses common errors that reduce CPR effectiveness and strategies for sustaining quality over time. Responders learn to rotate roles and self-monitor performance.

  • Lesson 2 • Adult CPR Technique

    Teaches correct hand placement, compression depth, rate, and recoil for adult victims. Proper technique maximises perfusion pressure during cardiac arrest.

  • Lesson 3 • CPR for Children and Infants

    Adapts CPR technique to paediatric anatomy and physiology. Responders apply age-appropriate compression force and airway management for small victims.

  • Lesson 4 • Recognising Cardiac Arrest

    Identifies the signs of cardiac arrest and distinguishes them from fainting or seizure. Accurate recognition triggers the correct emergency response sequence.

Chapter 4See details

Automated External Defibrillation

  • Lesson 1 • Special AED Considerations

    Addresses pad placement modifications for children, pacemakers, wet surfaces, and implanted devices. Responders adapt standard protocol to real-world victim conditions.

  • Lesson 2 • How AEDs Work

    Explains the electrical mechanism of defibrillation and how AEDs analyse cardiac rhythm. Builds the conceptual foundation for safe and confident device use.

  • Lesson 3 • AED Operation Step by Step

    Walks through powering on, pad placement, rhythm analysis, and shock delivery. Correct sequencing ensures both victim safety and device effectiveness.

  • Lesson 4 • Integrating AED with CPR Team

    Coordinates two-rescuer CPR with AED operation to minimise hands-off time. Effective team roles improve overall resuscitation outcomes.

Chapter 5See details

Bleeding Control and Wound Care

  • Lesson 1 • Minor Wound Cleaning and Dressing

    Addresses irrigation, antiseptic use, and dressing selection for minor wounds. Proper technique reduces infection risk and supports natural healing.

  • Lesson 2 • Tourniquet Application

    Covers tourniquet use for life-threatening limb haemorrhage uncontrolled by pressure. Correct placement and documentation prevent complications and aid handoff.

  • Lesson 3 • Direct Pressure and Wound Packing

    Teaches sustained direct pressure and wound packing for deep lacerations. These are the primary techniques for controlling severe external haemorrhage.

  • Lesson 4 • Understanding Bleeding and Shock Risk

    Classifies bleeding by vessel type and severity and links blood loss to shock progression. Responders prioritise interventions based on haemorrhage severity.

Chapter 6See details

Fractures, Sprains, and Musculoskeletal Injuries

  • Lesson 1 • Splinting Principles and Techniques

    Covers rigid, soft, and improvised splint construction and application. Effective splinting immobilises the injury site and adjacent joints to prevent movement.

  • Lesson 2 • Spinal Injury Precautions

    Identifies mechanisms of injury suggesting spinal involvement and teaches manual stabilisation. Responders minimise spinal movement until professional care is available.

  • Lesson 3 • Sling and Swathe for Upper Limb Injuries

    Teaches triangular bandage sling and swathe for shoulder, arm, and collarbone injuries. Proper support reduces pain and prevents secondary injury during transport.

  • Lesson 4 • Recognising Musculoskeletal Injuries

    Distinguishes fractures, dislocations, sprains, and strains by signs and symptoms. Accurate identification determines the appropriate immobilisation strategy.

Chapter 7See details

Medical Emergencies: Recognition and Response

  • Lesson 1 • Heart Attack Recognition and Care

    Identifies classic and atypical heart attack symptoms and the immediate response steps. Early recognition and aspirin administration can limit myocardial damage.

  • Lesson 2 • Stroke Recognition Using FAST

    Applies the FAST acronym to identify stroke symptoms rapidly. Time-sensitive recognition enables faster hospital intervention and better neurological outcomes.

  • Lesson 3 • Seizure Management

    Covers safe seizure management, post-ictal care, and when to call EMS. Responders protect victims from injury without restraining convulsive movements.

  • Lesson 4 • Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis

    Identifies mild allergic reactions versus life-threatening anaphylaxis and teaches epinephrine auto-injector use. Rapid intervention prevents airway compromise and cardiovascular collapse.

  • Lesson 5 • Diabetic Emergencies

    Distinguishes hypoglycaemia from hyperglycaemia and provides appropriate first aid for each. Correct glucose management prevents deterioration to unconsciousness.

Chapter 8See details

Environmental and Situational Emergencies

  • Lesson 1 • Cold-Related Emergencies

    Covers hypothermia and frostbite recognition, field rewarming, and transport precautions. Improper rewarming can worsen tissue damage and trigger cardiac arrhythmias.

  • Lesson 2 • Heat-Related Illnesses

    Differentiates heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke by severity and symptom profile. Cooling interventions are matched to illness severity to prevent organ damage.

  • Lesson 3 • Poisoning and Toxic Exposure

    Identifies routes of toxic exposure and provides initial decontamination and supportive care. Responders gather substance information critical for poison control guidance.

  • Lesson 4 • Burn Assessment and First Aid

    Classifies burns by depth and extent and applies appropriate cooling and dressing techniques. Correct initial care reduces pain, infection risk, and tissue destruction.

Certification

Your valid completion certificate

This course is for you:

  • Parents and caregivers: prepared to protect children and family members at home

  • Teachers and school staff: responsible for learner safety during school hours

  • Coaches and athletic trainers: regularly present when physical injuries occur

  • Office managers and HR professionals: accountable for workplace safety compliance

  • Outdoor enthusiasts and hikers: often far from professional help in remote settings

  • Community volunteers: expected to assist during local events or emergencies

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