The Sports Specific First Aid Course is created for those are likely to come across an accident or injury whilst someone is undertaking exercise. These courses develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to assist in a first aid role in any given leisure pursuit.
Who Should Attend
Sports coaches, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Match and club officials, Teachers, Parents, Fitness and gym instructors, Athletes & participants, Health professionals.
Course Content
The course covers the Core subjects below and different Modules are available and tailored for each group:
- Introduction to first aid and safety in the sports field
- Assessment of the incident and injured person
- Resuscitation on an Adult, Child and Infant (Includes a demonstration of a Defibrillator)
- Causes of unconsciousness, Head Injuries, Concussion, Direct Impact
- Choking – Tongue Vacuum, Gum and gum shields
- Control of bleeding to the Lips, Nose, Mouth, Legs and arms.
- Shock Recognition and treatment
- Burns, scalds and poisons
- Fractures Lower limb, Arms, Jaw, Collar Bone, Shoulder, Ribs – Immobilisation etc…
- Minor Illness – Such as Asthma, Diabetes and Epilepsy.
- Record keeping and what to have and use safely in a first aid kit.
Certificate
On successful completion of the course and continual assessment, the delegate will receive a Sports Specific First Aid Certificate. This is valid for three years.
Price on Our Monthly Course
£95.00 + vat Per Person
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Courses For a Group at Your Place
| SPORTS FIRST AID COURSES | Certificate | Duration | 6 People | 8 People | 12 People |
| Sports Specific First Aid Course | 3 Years | 6 Hours | £450.00 | £500.00 | £600.00 |
| Sports Specific First Aid with Defib Course | 3 Year | 6 Hours | £500.00 | £600.00 | £700.00 |