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At Impact Security and Medical Training Ltd we offer a range of accredited First Aid training courses to both individuals and groups, from First Response Emergency Care (FREC), First Person on the Scene (FPOS) to Emergency First Aid at Work. We can deliver our courses at our fully equipped, modern training centre with disabled facilities to accommodate wheelchair users, or we can provide training at a suitable and safe venue of your choice. Please contact us today on 01206 562366 for information on all the courses we have available.
This course is designed to take the first aider to the next level, as participants will be taught the skills associated with rapid assessment, stabilisation and transfer of both the trauma victim and those suffering a medical emergency. It is aimed at those working in high risk and hostile environments. This course is fully recognised by the Security Industry Authority. This is an ideal course for remote medics, close protection and ship security officers.
Qualification
Successful candidates will gain a Pearson (FPOSI) First Person on Scene Intermediate) qualification.
Dates & Cost
Total cost £375.00 inclusive of VAT, registration and training book.
Course dates can be organised to suit your requirements, please phone for further details.
Assessment
Assessment Guidance
The qualification is internally assessed by the following two methods:
On-course assessment:
This component of the assessment will involve learners demonstrating knowledge, understanding and practical first-aid skills throughout the duration of the course. This meets the qualification criteria contained within units 1,3 and 4.
Distance study/assessment:
The distance study element involves learners carrying out research into the area of medical intelligence and environmental awareness supporting first aid provision. This meets the qualification criteria contained within unit 2.
Learners wishing to achieve the qualification must successfully achieve both of the above components to the required standard.
Unit 1: First Aid at Work
Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
Be able to assess an incident and conduct casualty surveys
Be able to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
Be able to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally
Know how to recognise and assist a casualty who is choking
Be able to manage a casualty with external bleeding
Be able to manage a casualty who is in shock
Be able to administer First Aid to a casualty with injuries to bones, muscles and joints
Be able to administer First Aid to a casualty with suspected head and spinal injuries
Be able to administer First Aid to a casualty with suspected chest injuries
Be able to administer First Aid to a casualty with burns and scalds
Be able to administer First Aid to a casualty with an eye injury
Be able to administer First Aid to a casualty with sudden poisoning and anaphylaxis
Be able to manage a casualty with a minor injury
Be able to provide First Aid to a casualty with suspected major illness
Unit 2: Medical Intelligence and Environmental Awareness
Understand how the environment can impact on the provision of first aid
Understand key medical intelligence which supports the provision of first aid for a specific environment
Understand how to support a variety of casualties
Unit 3: Correct Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Understand the safe use of an automated external defibrillator
Be able to demonstrate basic life support techniques using an automated external defibrillator
Understand how to carry out basic maintenance/checks of an automated external defibrillator
Unit 4: Advanced Medical Aid
Understand advanced airway management
Breathing – be able to use medical gases including use the Bag Mask Valve
Be able to demonstrate basic life support techniques using an AED
Understand how to carry out an advanced patient assessment
Understand how to treat ballistics injuries
Understand how to carry out patient immobilisation
Be able to assist a Medic
Understand the Triage process
Assessment Examination
At the end of the course students will be assessed by carrying out practical tests, written and oral tests.
Dates and Cost
Cost - £375 inclusive of VAT
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It is a requirement of Health & Safety law that employers should ensure the health and safety and welfare of their employees and the public.
Employees must also provide adequate personnel, training and equipment to render first aid to their employees.
This Level 3 qualification covers the 3 day First Aid at Work course. All successful students will be issued with a new First Aid at Work Certificate which lasts for a period of 3 years, along with a wallet-sized plastic card detailing their qualifications.
Assessment
This is a single unit qualification, assessed by a simple question paper containg 14 questions, followed by practical assessments throughout the course.
Dates & Cost
Total cost £240.00 inclusive of vat, registration and training book.
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This course will familiarise students with the roles and responsibilities of the Emergency First Aider, including assessing an incident, recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness, and assisting a casualty who is suffering from injury and illness. Students will learn and be assessed on their practical ability to deal with casualties who have stopped breathing, are unconscious, are bleeding and suffering from shock.
Candidates are assessed by ongoing practical assessment by the tutor throughout the course. All successful students will be issued with an Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate which lasts for a period of 3 years, along with a wallet-sized plastic card detailing their qualifications.
Dates & Cost
Total cost £90.00 inclusive of VAT
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Assessment
This qualification is assessed through practical assessment and oral questioning through the duration the course by the tutor. Learners must practically demonstrate the application of the correct techniques in all the First Aid areas indicated within the learning outcomes of the unit.
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This regulated and nationally recognised qualification provides Learners with the knowledge and practical competencies needed to safely perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Intended Audience
The QA Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF) qualification has been designed for those who have a specific responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities to provide first aid and/or use an AED in an emergency.
Qualification Specification Course Overview
During this half day course, Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to administer effective CPR and use an AED when dealing with an emergency situation. Topics covered include: CPR, choking, safe use of an AED, using an AED on a child, AED maintenance and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
Assessment Methods
3 x Practical assessments and 1 x Theory assessment (Multiple Choice Question Paper).
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This regulated and nationally recognised qualification provides Learners with the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in basic life support and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) usage in emergency situations.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (RQF) qualification has been designed for those who have a specific interest or responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities to provide BLS when dealing with an emergency situation which may involve using an AED.
Course Overview
Qualification Specification Over a half day period, Learners will develop the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of first aid situations and safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Topics covered include: managing an unresponsive casualty, CPR, using an AED on both adults and children, combining AED use with CPR and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
This qualification can be delivered as a standalone course (minimum of 3 hours 40 minutes) or as a ‘bolt on’ (1.5 hours excluding breaks) to other first aid qualifications that share the same assessment criteria. For further information on adding a ‘bolt on’ to your first aid qualifications, please contact us on 0845 644 3305 and we will be happy to help.
Assessment Methods
3 x Practical assessments.
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This regulated and nationally recognised qualification provides Learners with the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in basic life support and the management of anaphylaxis. The content of this qualification has been approved by the Anaphylaxis Campaign.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF) qualification has been designed for those who have a specific responsibility at work, at home or in voluntary and community activities, to provide basic life support and manage anaphylaxis when dealing with an emergency.
Course Overview
Qualification Specification Over a half day period, successful Learners will attain the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of first aid situations, including: managing a casualty with anaphylaxis, CPR, common anaphylaxis triggers, signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis, treatment and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
This qualification can be delivered as a standalone course (minimum of 3 hours 45 minutes) or as a ‘bolt on’ to other first aid qualifications that share the same assessment criteria. For further information on adding a ‘bolt on’ to your first aid qualifications, please contact us on 0845 644 3305 and we will be happy to help.
Assessment Methods
3 x Practical assessments.
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The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require all employers to make arrangements to ensure their employees receive immediate attention if they are injured or taken ill at work. This includes carrying out a risk assessment, appointing a suitable amount of first aiders and providing appropriate first aid training.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification, specifically designed for those who are appointed to act as a first aider in their workplace. It is also ideal for people who have a specific responsibility to provide first aid in voluntary and community activities.
Course Overview
Over a 3 day period, Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of first aid situations, including: assessing an incident, managing an unresponsive casualty, CPR, heart attacks, choking, head and spinal injuries, fractures, anaphylaxis and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
Assessment Methods
6 x Practical assessments and 2 x Theory assessments (Multiple Choice Question Papers).
Dates & Cost
Total cost £237 inclusive of VAT
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HSE guidelines state that employers should ensure their first aiders remain competent to perform their role. As such, it is strongly recommended that first aiders undertake annual refresher training to practise their skills and update their knowledge on the latest first aid procedures.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (Annual Refresher) (RQF) qualification is specifically designed to allow qualified first aiders to update their first aid skills yearly, until requalification training is required.
Qualification SpecificationCourse Overview
Over a half day period, Learners will leave with a renewed confidence having had the opportunity to practise essential first aid procedures, including: managing an unresponsive casualty, recovery position, CPR, choking and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
Assessment Methods
3 x Practical assessments.
Dates & Cost
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Combining the QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) and the QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) into 3 extended days of classroom learning, this specially designed course provides Learners with all of the skills and knowledge needed to provide both adult and paediatric first aid, whilst minimising the number of training days required to achieve both qualifications.
Intended Audience
Streamlined perfectly to avoid the duplication of topics associated with attending both the First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid courses separately, the Combined First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid course has been specifically designed for those who work in settings that require both First Aiders and Paediatric First Aiders, such as schools, sports clubs or other childcare settings.
Please note, Learners who wish to undertake the Combined First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid course must be at least 16 years old on the first day of the training.
Course Overview
Over 3 extended days, Learners will develop the knowledge and practical competencies needed to provide effective first aid for adults, children and infants. Topics include: CPR and AED use, choking, stroke, head injuries, fractures, asthma and much more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) and the QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) Qualification Specifications.
Please note that Learners will be required to repeat the full 3 day course in order to requalify.
Assessment Methods
2 x Multiple Choice Question Papers and 8 x Practical Assessments.
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The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require all employers to make arrangements to ensure their employees receive immediate attention if they are injured or taken ill at work. This includes carrying out a risk assessment, appointing a suitable amount of first aiders and providing appropriate first aid training.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those who have a specific responsibility at work, to provide first aid in a range of emergency first aid situations. It is also ideal for people who have a specific responsibility to provide basic first aid in voluntary and community activities.
Course Overview Qualification Specification
During this 1 day course, Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of emergency first aid situations, including: managing an unresponsive casualty, CPR, choking, shock, wounds and bleeding and minor injuries. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
Assessment Methods
4 x Practical assessments and 1 x Theory assessment (Multiple Choice Question Paper).
Dates & Cost
Total cost £120 inclusive of VAT
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This regulated and nationally recognised qualification provides Learners with the opportunity to develop the basic skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of emergency paediatric first aid situations which could arise when looking after children.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF) qualification has been designed in-line with the current Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements and is ideal for:
Those who have gained a level 2 or 3 childcare qualification and have entered into an early years setting and wish to be included in the staff to child ratios to comply with the EYFS requirements.
Anyone who cares for infants and children, such as parents, guardians, grandparents or those who have an involvement with infants and children and want to learn key paediatric first aid skills.
Newly qualified entrants to an early years setting who have completed a level 2 and/or level 3 qualification on or after 30th June 2016, must also have either a full paediatric first aid or an emergency paediatric first aid certificate within three months of starting work.
Course Overview Qualification Specification
During this 1 day course, Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations, including: managing an unresponsive infant or child, CPR, choking, seizures, external bleeding and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
Assessment Methods
5 x Practical assessments and 1 x Theory assessment (Multiple Choice Question Paper).
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The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework requires all early years providers in England to have at least one person who has a current and full paediatric first aid certificate on the premises and available at all times when children are present. Providers should also take into account the number of children, staff and layout of the premises and increase their paediatric first aid provision accordingly to ensure that a paediatric first aider is available to respond to emergencies quickly.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) has been specifically designed to meet the criteria set by the Department for Education’s EYFS Framework and is ideal for:
Those who have gained a level 2 and/or level 3 childcare qualification and have entered into an early years setting and wish to be included in the staff to child ratios to comply with EYFS requirements.
Registered childminders and assistants who are required to hold a current and full paediatric first aid certificate in order to comply with the EYFS requirements.
Anyone who has a non-professional involvement with infants and children, such as parents, grandparents and want to learn key paediatric first aid skills.
Newly qualified entrants to an early years setting who have completed a level 2 and/or level 3 qualification on or after 30th June 2016, must also have either a full paediatric first aid or an emergency paediatric first aid certificate within three months of starting work.
Qualification Specification Course Overview
Over a 2 day period, Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of paediatric first aid situations, including: assessing an emergency situation, dealing with an unresponsive infant or child, CPR, choking, meningitis, head and spinal injuries, anaphylaxis, asthma and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
Assessment Methods
7 x Practical assessments and 2 x Theory assessments (Multiple Choice Question Papers).
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This regulated and nationally recognised qualification has been specifically designed to provide qualified paediatric first aiders with an opportunity to refresh their knowledge and practice key paediatric first aid skills every year until requalification training is required.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (Annual Refresher) (RQF) course is intended for qualified paediatric first aiders wishing to refresh their skills and knowledge.
Course Overview
Throughout this 3 hour course, Learners will renew their confidence by practising essential paediatric first aid procedures, including: CPR, the recovery position, choking and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
Assessment Methods
5 x Practical assessments.
Dates & Cost
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This regulated and nationally recognised qualification has been developed in collaboration with the ATACC Group and is specifically designed to provide Learners with the skills and knowledge needed to deal with common medical and trauma emergencies.
Intended Audience
The QA Level 3 Award in First Aid Trauma and Casualty Care (FTACC Emergency) (RQF) is specifically designed for emergency first aiders who work in environments where trauma based incidents are more common, such as construction and manufacturing. Developed and supported by the ATACC Group, this qualification provides the knowledge required for early recognition of life-threatening situations and it is the first of a progressive suite of qualifications in trauma and casualty care.
Course Overview
During this 1 day course, Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of common medical and trauma emergencies. Adopting the BURPS approach to patient assessment (Bleeding; Unconsciousness; Respiratory; Pain and numbness; Skin and temperature) and other trauma based techniques, it is ideal for those working in higher risk environments. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification.
Centre Approval
This qualification is only available through the ATACC Group. Trainers or Centres wishing to deliver this qualification must do so by applying directly through the ATACC Group. Please note that additional charges apply, which includes an annual licensing fee of the ATACC Group’s learning programme. For further information, please contact the ATACC Group on 03333 222 999 or email info@atacc.co.uk.
Assessment Methods
5 x Practical Assessments and 1 x Theory Assessment (Multiple Choice Question Papers).
Materials included
Free Lesson Plan, Multiple Choice Question Papers, Practical Assessment Papers, Marking Guides and a Guide to Assessing First Aid Trauma and Casualty Care Qualifications.
Successful Learners will receive a QA Level 3 Award in First Aid Trauma and Casualty Care (FTACC Emergency) (RQF) e-certificate.
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This QA qualification is:
For people who have a specific responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to provide pre-hospital care to patients requiring emergency care/treatment.
The Level 4 qualification will benefit learners by enabling them to attain the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of pre-hospital care emergency situations. The qualification is designed to act as proof the Learner has undergone a programme of learning and assessment to demonstrate competency in the area of pre-hospital care to gain employment and a 'licence to practice' from an employer.
The learner will:
1. Be able to conduct patient assessments and physiological measure
2. Understand the structure and function of the heart including the cardiac conduction system
3. Understand pathological changes associated with heart disease
4. Know how to use electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring on a patient
5. Be able to manage a patients airway
6. Know how to manage a patient using medical gases
7. Understand the function of components in the thoracic cavity
8. Be able to assess and manage thoracic trauma
9. Understand the function of the musculoskeletal system
10. Understand the key characteristics of the nervous system
11. Understand mechanisms of injury and kinetics
12. Be able to provide first response emergency care for a range of trauma incidents
13. Know how to manage cases of actual and suspected sexual assault
14. Know how to provide first response emergency care at a major incident
15. Understand the physical and psychosocial development in children
16. Know how to provide emergency care to sick and injured children
17. Understand how to deal with a patient displaying signs of mental health problems
18. Be able to assist a clinician performing advanced airway management
19. Be able to assist a clinician gaining vascular access
20. Be able to assist a clinician performing an infusion
Dates & Cost
Cost per student: £540.00 inclusive of VAT
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This QA qualification is:
For people who deal with first aid at work enabling them to be workplace first aiders under the Health and Safety (First Aid) at Work Regulations 1981.
This qualification should enable learners to attain the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of first aid situations.
The learner will:
1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider.
2. Be able to assess an incident.
3. Be able to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally.
4. Be able to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally.
5. Be able to recognize and assist a casualty who is choking.
6. Be able to manage a casualty who is bleeding externally.
7. Be able to manage a casualty who is in shock.
8. Be able to manage a casualty with a minor injury.
9. Be able to conduct a secondary survey.
10. Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with injuries to bones, muscle and joints.
11. Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with suspected chest injuries.
12. Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with burns or scalds.
13. Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with an eye injury.
14. Be able to administer first aid to a casualty with anaphylaxis.
15. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected major illness.
Dates and Cost:
Cost per student: £238.80 inclusive of VAT
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