First Aid, CPR & AED Training

First Aid, CPR & AED Training – Full Description

Course Overview

The First Aid, CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Training program is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to respond effectively to medical emergencies. This course emphasizes quick decision-making, lifesaving techniques, and confidence in handling emergency situations in workplaces, public environments, and at home.

Participants will learn how to assess emergency scenes, provide immediate care to injured or ill individuals, perform high-quality CPR, and safely use an AED to restore a normal heart rhythm during cardiac arrest.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of first aid and emergency response
• Assess emergency situations and prioritize actions
• Perform CPR on adults, children, and infants
• Safely operate an AED device
• Provide care for common injuries and medical emergencies
• Manage life-threatening conditions until professional help arrives
• Apply infection control and personal safety measures

Target Audience

This course is suitable for:

• Employees in all industries (mandatory workplace safety training)
• Security personnel and safety officers
• Teachers, caregivers, and childcare providers
• Hospitality and customer-facing staff
• Drivers and field workers
• General public interested in emergency preparedness

Course Duration

• Standard Duration: 4 to 8 hours (1 day)
• Flexible scheduling available (half-day or full-day sessions)

Training Methodology

• Instructor-led interactive sessions
• Demonstrations by certified trainers
• Hands-on practical exercises (mannequins & AED trainers)
• Real-life scenario simulations
• Group discussions and case studies
• Continuous assessment and feedback

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to First Aid

• Definition and importance of first aid
• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
• Legal considerations and duty of care
• Primary survey (DRABC approach: Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation)

Module 2: Emergency Scene Management

• Assessing the situation safely
• Calling emergency services
• Crowd control and communication
• Infection prevention and use of PPE

Module 3: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Understanding cardiac arrest
• CPR techniques for:
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Infants
• Compression-to-breath ratio
• Hands-only CPR
• Recovery position

Module 4: Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

• Introduction to AED
• When and how to use an AED
• Safety precautions
• Step-by-step AED operation
• Practical hands-on training

Module 5: Choking Management

• Identifying choking signs
• First aid for conscious and unconscious victims
• Techniques for adults, children, and infants

Module 6: Medical Emergencies

• Heart attack and stroke recognition
• Seizures and epilepsy
• Asthma attacks
• Diabetic emergencies
• Allergic reactions (Anaphylaxis)

Module 7: Injury Management

• Bleeding and wound care
• Burns and scalds
• Fractures, sprains, and strains
• Head, neck, and spinal injuries

Module 8: Environmental Emergencies

• Heat exhaustion and heat stroke
• Dehydration
• Hypothermia

Assessment & Certification

• Practical skills assessment (CPR & AED demonstration)
• Short written or verbal assessment (if required)
• Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion (validity depends on awarding body, typically 1–2 years)

Key Benefits

• Builds confidence in handling emergencies
• Enhances workplace safety compliance
• Reduces risk of fatal outcomes during incidents
• Promotes a culture of health and safety awareness
• Meets international safety training standards

Materials Provided

• Training manual / handouts
• Access to practical equipment (CPR mannequins, AED trainers)
• Certification