Who is the course for?
Those working in the private ambulance sector, security and event management professionals. Also suitable for emergency health care practitioners who are returning to work after a long absence. The course may also be beneficial to those who already have an interest in firstaid, 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 ina non-NHS emergency response capacity or those thinking about a career in emergency medical services.

Minimum Entry Requirements:
16+ years of age. Valid HSE First Aid at Work Certificate.

Certification:
Certificate of Competency. Issued by the Ambulance Service and valid for two years.

Duration: 
Five Days. .

Class Size:
Student / Instructor ratio of 12:1.

Who delivers it?
Commercial Ambulance Instructor

Description:
At the end of week one (Module 1) the student will be able to:-

• Describe the structure and function of the Respiratory system.
• Identify and manage an obstructed airway including the use of: Oropharyngeal airways, Bag valve and mask, pocket mask, Oxygen, Suction equipment.
• Perform Basic life support including the use of the Automated External Defibrillator.
• Describe the structure and function of the Circulatory system .
• Identify and manage common cardiac illnesses.
• Perform patient assessment including the use of: Basic ECG diagnosis, Blood pressuremeasurement, Pulse oximetery.

On successful completion of Module 1 (Determinedby a formal written and practicalassessment), the student can continue to broaden both their diagnostic and treatmentregimes, which will include the following within module 2:

• Describe the structure and function of the Nervous system.
• Identify and manage CVA and Epilepsy.
• Identify and manage Shock.
• Identify and manage chest injuries including the use of stethoscopes.
• Identify and manage drowning.
• Identify and manage burns and scalds.
• Recognise the significance of Mechanism of Injury.
• Assess and manage a haemorrhaging casualty.
• Identify skeletal injuries and use immobilisation equipment.
• Recognise and manage spinal and pelvic injuries including the use of:Long board, Cervical collars, Removal of crash helmets, Orthopaedicstretcher (Scoop).

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