Emergency First Aid for Sports Professionals - 1 Day Course
Gain vital skills to respond effectively to emergencies in sports and activity-based settings with our specialised first aid course. Designed for those who work with people of all ages in sports environments, this course provides essential knowledge and practical techniques.
Why choose our sports first aid course?
Our Emergency First Aid at Work in Sports course offers tailored training beyond general first aid. It focuses specifically on the unique incidents and injuries that can occur during sporting and physical activities, preparing you for real-world scenarios.
Paediatric considerations
This course integrates critical paediatric first aid considerations, essential for professionals working with children and young people in sports.
Sports specific scenarios
Learn to manage common sports injuries, from sprains and fractures to head injuries and heatstroke, in a practical and confident manner.
Immediate and effective response
Gain the skills to provide immediate and effective first aid, potentially saving lives and preventing further injury until professional medical help arrives.
Who benefits from this course?
This course is designed for individuals working in sports environments with people of all ages. It is particularly suitable for sports clubs, sports coaches, PE teachers, activity leaders, and anyone responsible for supervising and supporting participants during sporting and physical activities.
what you will learn
The course covers the following key topics, ensuring comprehensive preparation for sports-based emergencies.
- Role of the First Aider
- Scene Assessment
- Primary Survey
- CPR & AED (Adult and Child)
- Unconscious Casualty
- Choking
- Bleeding & Shock
- Seizures
- Heat related injuries
- Asthma, Anaphylaxis
- Fractures, Head Injuries
- First Aid Kits and Reports