Emergency Medical Care

Who is the course for?
The course is ideal for people working in the private ambulance sector, security and event management professionals. It would also suit practitioners as a refresher, returning to health care after a long absence. The course may also be beneficial to people who have a keen interest in extended first aid and wish to gain a more in depth knowledge to compliment an existing First Aid at Work certificate. The course also provides an excellent foundation for individuals involved in a non-NHS emergency response capacity and wish to enhance their skills and knowledge further or those considering a career in emergency medical services. 

Minimum Entry Requirements:
16+ years of age with a valid HSE First Aid at Work certificate

Certification:
A Certificate of Competency issued by North West Ambulance Service which
is valid for two years

Duration:
Five Days

Class Size:
Student/Instructor Ratio 12:1

Who delivers it?
Commercial Ambulance Instructor or Training Manager

Description:
On completion of the course, in a classroom or scenario setting, the student
should be able to:-
• Demonstrate scene and patient assessment to include monitoring of respiratory rate, heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturations and use of a stethoscope
• Describe the structure and function of the Respiratory System and the relevant medical and traumatic conditions that may occur
• Demonstrate correct usage of airway adjuncts to include Oropharyngeal airways, bag-valve mask, pocket mask, suction equipment and oxygen
• Describe the structure and function of the Cardiovascular System and the relevant medical and traumatic condition that may occur, to include shock, haemorrhage and cardiac arrest with the use of an AED
• Recognise the importance of the Nervous System and the management of associated conditions that may occur, to include cerebro-vascular accident and epilepsy
• Describe the Skeletal System and practically demonstrate the use of immobilisation equipment, to include longboard, cervical collars, orthopaedic stretchers and the correct removal of crash helmets
• Recognise the significance of Mechanism of injury and manage traumatic conditions, to include chest injuries, drowning, burns and scalds.