Level 2 Award in Activity First Aid (RQF)

• 2 day course incorporating theory and practical exercises

Assessment is an ongoing process throughout the course by using questions and answer sessions, 7 practical assessments and two multi choice question papers.

This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years. Candidates will need to retake the qualification before the certificate expiry date to remain qualified.

Candidates will develop the essential skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of first aid situations from minor slips to the most serious of accidents.

Unit 1: First Aid Essentials

Role and responsibility of the first aider, incident and casualty assessment, primary assessment, CPR and AED, unconscious casualty breathing normally, recovery position, management of seizure, choking casualty, control of bleeding, shock and minor injuries.

Unit 2: Management of Illness and Injury in Activities

Secondary survey, fractures, disclocations, sprains and strains, head and spinal injuries, chest and abdominal injuries, burns and scalds, eye injuries, poisonous substances, anaphylaxis, major illnesses, extremes of heat and cold.