Diploma in First Aid

The Certificate in First Aid equips learners with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to respond effectively in medical emergencies. Covering foundational first aid principles through to advanced situational responses, this accredited program meets professional CPD requirements and ensures learners can manage injuries, illnesses, and life-threatening conditions with competence and composure. Graduates will be prepared to assess situations quickly, administer immediate care, and coordinate with emergency services to improve patient outcomes.

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Module Outline

Module 1 – Introduction to First Aid & Legal Responsibilities

• Role of a first aider in different environments
• Understanding duty of care and Good Samaritan laws
• Ethical considerations and consent in first aid
• Personal safety and use of protective equipment
• Understanding workplace and public first aid regulations

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Module 2 – Checking an Injured or Ill Person

• Primary assessment (DRABC: Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation)
• Identifying life-threatening conditions quickly
• Gathering patient history and injury details
• Using SAMPLE and OPQRST assessment frameworks
• Documenting and reporting the incident accurately

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Module 3 – Checking a Responsive Person

• Communication techniques to calm and reassure the patient
• Recognizing symptoms versus signs
• Conducting head-to-toe assessments for injuries or illnesses
• Monitoring vital signs (pulse, breathing rate, skin color)
• When to escalate to professional medical care

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Module 4 – Checking a Person Who Appears to Be Unresponsive

• Safety checks before approaching
• Responsiveness testing (AVPU scale)
• Opening and maintaining the airway
• Recovery position procedures and adaptations
• Immediate CPR readiness and emergency activation

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Module 5 – Cardiac Emergencies

• Recognizing cardiac arrest and heart attack symptoms
• Adult, child, and infant CPR techniques
• Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Chain of Survival principles
• Common mistakes and safety precautions in cardiac first aid

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Module 6 – Choking

• Recognizing partial versus complete airway obstruction
• Abdominal thrusts and back blows for adults and children
• Infant choking response techniques
• Aftercare for choking victims
• Special considerations for pregnant individuals and wheelchair users

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Module 7 – Sudden Illness

• Recognizing and responding to diabetic emergencies
• Stroke identification (FAST method)
• Seizure management and post-seizure care
• Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis (EpiPen administration)
• Heat stroke, fainting, and shock response

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Module 8 – Traumatic Injuries

• Control of severe bleeding (direct pressure, tourniquet use)
• Treating fractures, sprains, and dislocations
• Head, neck, and spinal injury precautions
• Burns and scalds (first, second, and third-degree)
• Wound care and infection prevention

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Module 9 – Environmental Injuries and Illnesses

• Cold-related conditions: hypothermia and frostbite
• Heat-related conditions: heat exhaustion and heat stroke
• Bites and stings (insects, snakes, marine animals)
• Water-related emergencies and drowning response
• Poisoning and hazardous material exposure

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Module 10 – First Aid Scenario Practice & Assessment

• Role-play and simulation-based learning
• Prioritizing multiple casualties in an accident scene
• Integrating first aid into emergency action plans
• Practical skills assessment and feedback
• Written knowledge test for CPD accreditation