AOSH UK Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work
This course is designed for learners wishing to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to enable them to provide appropriate care and manage life threatening conditions, minor illness and injuries. It is also ideal for people who have a specific responsibility to provide basic first aid in voluntary and community activities.
COURSE OVERVIEW
The qualification covers a range of essential emergency first aid topics including :
- The role and responsibilities of a first aider
- Recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness
- Managing unconscious casualties
- Cardiopulmonary (CPR), and
- Responding to incidents, such as choking or external bleeding.
Certificate Validity
The Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work is valid for a period of three years. After this period, individuals wishing to retain their status as emergency first aiders must re-qualify.
Assessment Method
This qualification is assessed by a practical demonstration and written/oral questioning.