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Activity First Aid

Prepare for a role as a swimming pool lifeguard.

Awarding Organisation:

STA

Entry Requirements:

Age 14+ at assessment; able to demonstrate practical skills on the floor. No previous first aid experience required.

Training:

14 contact hours; normally two days.

About this Qualification

Training in adult and paediatric emergencies, injuries and illnesses arising during activities.

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Course Content

Incident assessment; first aider responsibilities; unresponsive casualties; CPR; choking; bleeding; shock; minor injuries. Recognition and management of illness, burns, musculoskeletal injuries and other workplace injuries. Paediatric and activity-setting care.

Assessment

Tutor assessment of practical demonstrations and a multiple-choice theory paper. All required criteria must be achieved.

What to Bring

Suggested joining instructions: comfortable clothing, notebook and pen. Confirm any additional equipment in your booking confirmation.

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