First Aid
Sports and Exercise Specific First Aid
This course gives candidates an insight into sports specific first aid and the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deal with exercise and sports-related first aid emergency situations.
These first aid courses are run specifically to suit the needs of the fitness industry. Focussing on first aid requirements likely to arise in the gym and exercise settings, the four day course is FAIB & QCA Registered. We are one of the few companies currently within the UK accredited to teach the high standards required for this particular course.
Who should attend?
This course is essential for any sports or exercise professional who wants to gain a recognised First Aid qualification within the Health and Fitness sector, and a deep insight into the cause and treatment of common exercise-related injuries.
What will they learn?
The knowledge and skills to confidently and competently deal with any sports or exercise related first aid situation and a deep insight into the principles and practices of First Aid and the relevant regulations.
Pre-requisites
Our courses offer a practical, hands-on approach that delivers the skills and confidence to use first aid skills in a real life situation. Learners must:
- be physically able to carry out the practical element of the course
- attend all sessions to be eligible for assessment.
Course content
- Basic overview into Regulations
- Resuscitation
- Muscle, Joints, and Ligaments
- Broken Bones
- Sprains
- Recovery Times
- Shock
- Bandaging
- Record Keeping
Certificate
All participants will obtain a certificate that is accredited by the HSE and is valid for 3 years and awarded on successful completion of the course.