Why Attend
The "Elementary First Aid" training program is designed by Commonwealth Training and Consulting Africa to provide participants with essential knowledge and skills in responding to basic medical emergencies. This program aims to equip individuals with the necessary tools to provide immediate assistance and support until professional medical help arrives. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and practical exercises, participants will gain confidence in handling various first aid situations effectively.
Instructor-led training that uses interactive learning methods, including class discussion, small group activities, and role-playing
To develop an understanding of basic first aid principles and procedures.; To enable participants to recognize and respond promptly to common medical emergencies.; To provide practical skills training in administering first aid techniques.; To promote a proactive approach to safety and well-being in both personal and professional settings.; To foster teamwork and effective communication during emergency situations.
The Elementary First Aid training program is suitable for individuals from various backgrounds, including: Workplace employees seeking to enhance their occupational health and safety skills.; Teachers and educators responsible for the well-being of students.; Parents and caregivers interested in acquiring first aid knowledge for home emergencies.; Volunteers in community organizations or sports clubs.; Anyone interested in learning basic first aid skills for personal development.
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Day 1:
Introduction to First Aid
Welcome and program overview
Importance of first aid and legal considerations
Chain of survival
Primary assessment and vital signs
Practice: Primary assessment scenarios
Day 2:
Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR
Introduction to basic life support
CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) usage
Choking response and relief techniques
Practice: BLS and CPR skills training
Day 3:
Wound Management and Injury Care
Types of wounds and their management
Control of bleeding and bandaging techniques
Treatment of burns, fractures, sprains, and strains
Head and spinal injuries
Practice: Wound care and injury management scenarios
Day 4:
Medical Emergencies
Recognition and management of common medical emergencies
Cardiac emergencies: heart attack and stroke
Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
Seizures and epilepsy
Practice: Handling medical emergency simulations
Day 5:
Environmental Emergencies and First Aid Kits
Heat-related emergencies (heat stroke, heat exhaustion)
Cold-related emergencies (hypothermia, frostbite)
Drowning and near-drowning incidents
First aid kits and their contents
Practice: Responding to environmental emergencies