The Certificate in First Aid is a 6-month program designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to provide immediate medical assistance in emergency situations. This course focuses on basic life-saving techniques, injury management, and how to assist individuals during critical health emergencies.
Basic Life Support (BLS): Learning essential techniques such as CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), rescue breathing, and chest compressions to save lives in emergencies.
Wound Care and Bandaging: Understanding how to treat wounds, burns, and fractures using first aid methods, including dressing and bandaging.
Emergency Response: Learning how to assess emergency situations, recognize life-threatening conditions, and administer immediate care.
Injury Management: Managing injuries like cuts, sprains, strains, and burns while minimizing further harm.
Basic Health Assessment: Identifying signs and symptoms of medical conditions like heart attacks, strokes, and diabetic emergencies, and taking appropriate first aid actions.
First Aid Responder: Providing immediate medical assistance in workplaces, schools, and public events.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Assisting in emergency healthcare settings and offering first aid until medical professionals arrive.
Occupational Health and Safety Officer: Ensuring workplace safety and providing first aid support in case of accidents.
Health Educator: Teaching basic first aid and emergency response techniques to communities, schools, and organizations.
The Certificate in First Aid program ensures that students are well-prepared to respond to health emergencies and can provide life-saving assistance in critical situations, making it an essential qualification for anyone involved in healthcare or safety roles.
