First Aid aimed at those taking part in or coaching any active sports, as well as being useful for everyday life.
Activity First Aid - Online Blended Part 1 at a glance
- 3-year nationally recognised certificate
- 4 hours and 44 minutes of engaging video training
- Video access for 8 months
- Printable wall certificate
- CPD time credit conformation
- Follows latest UK Resuscitation and ERC guidelines
- Includes manual & other downloads
- Free weekly video refresher
- Evidence Based Training certificate
- Videos include subtitles
- Course manual available in the following languages: English, Spanish, Polish and Arabic
Group Rates also available
The purpose of the Level 2 Award in Activity First Aid is to provide the learner with the skills, knowledge and understanding of first aid to provide appropriate care and manage life-threatening conditions, illness and injuries sustained in an active environment. This is achieved through the understanding of the general duties, responsibilities and treatment principles of first aid.
This course includes the latest CPR and Coronavirus recommendations.
The demands on people involved in active sports if different to other sectors and this course meet these unique needs.
This course can be taken either as a 100% online course or as a blended course where after completing this online component, you complete a practical lesson locally. Where this course is completed via the blended option, you would complete a one-day practical lesson. We also offer a Sports First Aid course.
All our first aid courses fully meet the UK and European Resuscitation Council Guidelines 2021 as per the HSE requirements. This qualification and most of the other ProTrainings qualifications are Endorsed by TQUK to show our commitment to extra levels of compliance and quality assurance.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
This course can be completed as the online part 1 of a 2-part blended course. After completing this online course, you may find and attend the classroom-only part 2 course and cut down on the number of days spent in the classroom.
- Mountaineering
- Scout and social groups
- Outdoor adventure centres
- Watersports
- Ski
- Snowboard
- Boating
This course comes with 6.0 hrs (12.0 class) of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 4 hours and 44 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
- Understand the role and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
- Identify the role and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
- Describe how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others
- Describe how to complete an incident report form
- Identify the first aid equipment available and describe how it can be used safely
- Know how to assess an incident
- Describe how to conduct a scene survey
- Describe how to make a primary survey of a casualty
- Identify when and how to call for help
- Manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
- Demonstrate how to assess a casualty’s level of consciousness
- Demonstrate how to open a casualty’s airway and check breathing
- Demonstrate how to place an unconscious casualty into the recovery position that maintains an open airway and explain why it is important
- Describe how to treat a casualty who is in seizure
- Manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally
- Demonstrate how to administer effective Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation using a manikin
- Recognise and assist a casualty who is choking
- Describe how to identify a casualty with a partially and completely blocked airway obstruction
- Demonstrate how to treat a casualty who is choking
- Manage a casualty who is wounded and bleeding
- Demonstrate how to control severe external bleeding
- Manage a casualty who is in shock
- Describe signs and symptoms of shock
- Demonstrate how to manage a casualty who is in shock
- Understand how to manage a casualty with a minor injury
- Describe how to manage a casualty with: Small cuts, grazes, bruises, minor burns, scalds, and small splinters
- Conduct a secondary survey
- Explain the importance of consent
- Demonstrate a secondary survey including gathering Patient History and a physical assessment
- Administer first aid to a casualty with injuries to bones, muscles and joints.
- Describe how to recognise and manage common types of; - Fractures, Dislocations, Sprains and Strains
- Administer First Aid to a casualty with suspected head, neck and back injuries.
- Describe how to recognise and manage suspected; Concussion, Skull Fracture and Cerebral compression
- Demonstrate how to manage a suspected spinal injury.
- Administer First Aid to a casualty with suspected chest and abdominal injuries.
- Describe how to recognise and manage a chest injury.
- Describe how to recognise and manage an abdominal injury
- Administer First Aid to a casualty with thermal injuries
- Describe how to manage a burn and scold injury.
- Describe how to manage an incident involving electricity.
- Administer First Aid to a casualty with eye injuries.
- Describe how to recognise and manage eye injuries.
- Administer First Aid to a casualty with sudden poisoning
- Describe how poisons enter the body.
- Describe how to recognise and treat a casualty affected by common poisonous substances, including plants.
- Identify sources of information that provide procedures for treating those affected by poisonous substances.
- Administer First Aid to a casualty with anaphylactic shock.
- Identify common triggers for anaphylaxis.
- Recognise and manage a casualty suffering from anaphylactic shock.
- Know how to provide First Aid to a casualty with a suspected major illness.
- Describe how to recognise and manage the signs and symptoms of major illnesses including; Heart Attack, Stroke, Epilepsy, Diabetes and Asthma
- Know how to provide First Aid to a casualty who is experiencing the effects of extreme heat and cold
- Describe how to recognise and treat the effects of extreme cold occurring by participating in activities.
- Describe how to recognise and treat the effects of extreme heat occurring by participating in activities.
- First Aid Plus Student Manual Version V8.6 - 2021 guidelines with ERC first aid changes
- Outdoor First Aid 2 day ProForm 10 Theoretical Assessment
- ProTrainings - COVID-19 Update on CPR from the UK Resus Council
- EmergencySMS service leaflet
- AED infographic will guide you through the steps
- Adult CPR Flowchart
- Adult CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Anatomy and Physiology Human Body Picture Reference Book Student Manual V8.3
- Arabic Student First Aid Manual V7.0
- Asthma UK weblink
- BOC Oxygen kit leaflet for industry
- CAT Tourniquet instruction leaflet
- CPR and Coronavirus video - Guidance on delivering CPR out of hospital has changed where Coronavirus COVID 19 is known or suspected
- CR2 AED user manual to learn more about this unit. For more information contact us.
- Celox leaflet on haeostatic dressings
- Child CPR Flowchart
- Child CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Child and Infant CPR Flowchart Handout
- Clean hand techniques leaflet
- Coronavirus COVID 19 Pre-Screen Student Evaluation Form
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) link to the NHS website
- Dutch - Student manual
- Emerade - Package leaflet: Information for the user
- EpiPen Guide
- EpiPen Patient information leaflet
- EpiPen instruction leaflet
- EpiPen patient information sheet
- Epilepsy Action leaflet
- Epilepsy and education information for parents leaflet
- Epilepsy facts and figures leaflet
- Epilepsy in Action Leaflet (register on www.epilepsy.org.uk)
- Find a classroom course locally
- Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally on our course finder
- First Aid Student Manual - Welsh
- First Aid and Social Distancing poster
- First Aid at Work Regulations 1981 HSE document
- First Responder Care Essentials Book on Amazon
- Free student first aid program leaflet
- French - First Aid Plus student manual
- Headway Suffolk where you can lean more about the charity and the national branches
- HeartSine 350 Information Leaflet
- Heartsine 350 AED unit
- Heartsine 500 AED unit
- Home Emergency Contact Sheet
- How to register to call EMS by text
- How to use Celox Haemstatic gauze
- How to use Celox gauze
- How to use Celox granules
- Infant CPR Flowchart
- Infant CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Italian - Student manual
- Jext Product Data Sheets
- Jext patient Information Sheet
- Lifepac CR2 AED Data Sheet
- Link to HeadSmart website
- Link to our Concussion ad Brain injury course in association with Headway, a head injury charity
- Link to the HSE website
- Meningitis Now website with many leaflets and resources link
- NHS Choices Web link
- Nilaqua Hand Wash leaflet
- Nitronox/Entonox User Instructions - Gas rentals are available from ProTrainings, contact us for more information
- Oxygen User Instructions - Gas rentals are available from ProTrainings, contact us for more information
- Oxygen and Analgesic gases from ProTrainings
- Personal Medical Information Sheet
- Polish - Student manual
- Polish Student Manual - Pierwsza Pomoc w Pracy Ksiazka studenta V8.3 - 2021 guidelines
- ProTrainings - Using an AED Leaflet
- ProTrainings Defibrillator eGuide
- Sign up for free Student First Aid - use code SCH-376-61-571
- Spanish - Student manual
- Spanish general student manual V7.0
- Tick Remover Tools are available from our store on this link
- Tourniquet Instructions leaflet
- UK Resus Council 2015 Guidelines updated 2015 Link
- UK Resus Council BLS and AED Guidelines 2015
- Ukrainian - Student manual
- Visit the First Aid Show free for first aid and medical videos
- Web link to the Joint Epilepsy Council website - JEC
- Workplace Accident Book
- Workplace Emergency Contact Sheet
- Zoll AED Plus user guide
I want to complete a short practical module after completing the online course, is this possible?
We have a network of over 1000 approved and monitored instructors to deliver a short skill training session nationwide or we can come to your workplace to deliver the training. This blended training saves class time and provides the same qualification. Contact us on 01206 805359 to discuss your options.
What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?
SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.
Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
What training courses do you offer and how are they delivered?
We offer a full range of training courses across all business sectors as video online, blended and nationwide at your business or our local training centres. With over 350 courses you can learn at a time and place that meets your busy schedules and save money on travel and costs away from the office.
If needed, can I hire a CPR manikin and the items I need to complete this course virtually?
Yes, we have equipment that can be hired or included in the price to allow you or your workplace to complete this course virtually. There is a charge or you can buy the equipment so you have it available for the next course. Contact us for more information to see what you need to complete this course virtually.
Do you sell first aid kits and equipment?
Yes, we sell over 1000 products from first aid kits to plasters. We also sell a wide range of medical devices, equipment and everything you need to deal with a first aid emergency and to comply in the workplace with first aid provision. See our first aid equipment online store at www.first-aid-online.co.uk
Do you have 360 videos on your courses?
Yes, we are adding 360 videos to many courses. These videos can be viewed on any device and allow you to see the video around 360 degrees to gain a better insight into the film. We use these for things like first aid and health and safety and will be adding more in the coming weeks.
Are your courses Endorsed?
Yes, all ProTrainings courses are Endorsed by TQUK in addition to other approvals and endorsements to give you a quality compliant qualification for your courses whatever delivery method you take.
Why do I need accredited training courses?
Whether you are employed, running a business or taking training for other reasons, you need to ensure the course is trustworthy and will pass due diligence checks. Taking courses that are accredited gives you peace of mind of the quality, compliance and that your certificate will be accepted. Choosing ISO companies to ensure they are externally verified.
Are courses all online or can I take a blended or class course locally?
Most of our courses are available as online or classroom-based at a training centre locally. We can also send an instructor to your business to save travel and tailor the course to your business. To save time and money you can take most courses in a blended format with online and class training.
What People are Saying
What people are saying about this course
“I found the training to be very succinct, clear and easy to understand. I now feel confident to deal with a variety of different Emergency First Aid situations should they arise. I also found the option for doing the course online convenient, as I could progress as and when I needed.”
- Bethany from N/A
“Fantastic course, everything that is needed for my job, much better than the other courses on the market.”
- Christian, Peripetetic Outside Educationalist from Staffs
“I found the training to be very succinct, clear and easy to understand. I now feel confident to deal with a variety of different Emergency First Aid situations should they arise. I also found the option for doing the course online convenient, as I could progress as and when I needed.”
- Bethany from N/A
“Fantastic course, everything that is needed for my job, much better than the other courses on the market.”
- Christian, Peripetetic Outside Educationalist from Staffs
