First Aid & CPR Training provides learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to recognise and respond appropriately to common injuries, sudden illnesses and life-threatening emergencies.

The programme introduces the fundamental principles of first aid, including scene safety, casualty assessment, activation of emergency medical services and the provision of immediate care while awaiting professional medical assistance.

Learners are introduced to appropriate first-aid responses for bleeding, wounds, burns, fractures, sprains, choking, shock and selected medical emergencies, together with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Through instructor-led demonstrations, guided hands-on practice and realistic emergency scenarios, participants develop the ability to assess casualties, prioritise immediate needs and provide appropriate first-aid interventions.

The training emphasises personal safety, early recognition of emergencies, effective communication, appropriate use of first-aid equipment and confident action within the limits of the responder's training.

The First Aid & CPR Training programme is designed to enable learners to:

✓ Understand the principles and purpose of first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
✓ Recognise common medical emergencies, injuries and life-threatening conditions
✓ Assess scene safety and perform an initial casualty assessment
✓ Recognise an unresponsive casualty and determine when CPR is required
✓ Activate the emergency response system and obtain appropriate emergency assistance
✓ Perform high-quality CPR for adults
✓ Understand appropriate CPR techniques for children and infants
✓ Demonstrate effective chest compressions and rescue breathing
✓ Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively
✓ Recognise and manage choking in adults, children and infants
✓ Provide appropriate first aid for bleeding and wounds
✓ Recognise and provide initial care for shock
✓ Provide appropriate first aid for burns and scalds
✓ Recognise and provide initial care for fractures, sprains and other musculoskeletal injuries
✓ Respond appropriately to selected sudden illnesses and medical emergencies
✓ Apply appropriate infection-prevention and personal-safety measures during first aid
✓ Demonstrate effective communication and reassurance when assisting a casualty
✓ Apply First Aid & CPR principles confidently during simulated emergency scenarios

The First Aid & CPR Training programme covers the essential knowledge and practical skills required to recognise and respond appropriately to common injuries, medical emergencies and life-threatening situations. Core areas include:

1. Introduction to First Aid & CPR
Purpose and principles of first aid, responder responsibilities, limitations of first-aid care, personal safety and the importance of early intervention.

2. Scene Safety & Emergency Response
Assessing hazards, protecting the casualty and responder, infection-prevention precautions, recognising emergencies and activating appropriate emergency medical assistance.

3. Initial Casualty Assessment
Assessing responsiveness, airway and breathing, identifying immediate life-threatening conditions and determining priorities for first-aid intervention.

4. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Recognition of cardiac arrest, correct positioning, high-quality chest compressions, rescue breathing, compression-to-ventilation principles and minimising interruptions.

5. Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
AED preparation, safe pad placement, following device prompts, shock safety and integrating AED use with CPR.

6. Child & Infant CPR
Recognition of paediatric emergencies, age-appropriate CPR techniques, chest compressions, ventilation and considerations when using an AED.

7. Choking – Adult, Child & Infant
Recognition of mild and severe airway obstruction and appropriate age-specific first-aid responses for conscious and unresponsive casualties.

8. Bleeding & Wound Care
Recognition and initial management of external bleeding, wound protection, application of direct pressure, dressings and identification of situations requiring urgent medical attention.

9. Shock
Recognition of signs and symptoms of shock, appropriate positioning, monitoring, reassurance and provision of initial first aid while awaiting medical assistance.

10. Burns & Scalds
Recognition of common types of burns, immediate cooling and protection, precautions and identification of burns requiring urgent medical assessment.

11. Fractures, Sprains & Musculoskeletal Injuries
Recognition of suspected fractures, sprains and strains, principles of immobilisation, protection from further injury and appropriate referral for medical care.

12. Common Medical Emergencies
Initial first-aid responses to selected emergencies such as seizures, fainting, breathing difficulties, chest pain and other sudden illnesses.

13. Practical First Aid & CPR Scenarios and Skills Assessment
Hands-on CPR and AED practice, choking-management exercises, bleeding and wound-care activities, casualty-assessment scenarios and competency-based assessment of essential First Aid & CPR skills.

The First Aid & CPR Training programme uses a practical, learner-centred and scenario-based approach to develop the knowledge, confidence and hands-on skills required to respond appropriately to common injuries, medical emergencies and life-threatening situations.

Learning Approach:
Training combines instructor-led teaching, demonstrations, guided practical activities, case-based learning, group participation and supervised First Aid & CPR emergency scenarios.

Practical Application:
Learners apply First Aid & CPR principles through activities involving casualty assessment, CPR, AED use, rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding control, wound care, burns, musculoskeletal injuries and selected medical-emergency scenarios.

Assessment:
Learner progress may be evaluated through knowledge checks, instructor observation, practical demonstrations, simulated emergency scenarios and competency-based assessment of essential First Aid & CPR skills.

Learning Resources:
Participants may work with adult, child and infant CPR manikins, AED trainers, resuscitation masks and barrier devices, first-aid kits, dressings, bandages, splints and other appropriate first-aid training resources.

Training Delivery:
The programme combines structured theoretical instruction with supervised practical and scenario-based training. Delivery arrangements are subject to the programme schedule and available training options.

The First Aid & CPR Training programme is suitable for individuals who want to develop or strengthen essential first-aid, CPR and emergency-response skills. It may be particularly relevant for:

✓ Healthcare professionals and clinical support staff
✓ Nurses, nursing assistants and healthcare assistants
✓ Caregivers and home-care professionals
✓ Medical, nursing and other healthcare students
✓ Teachers, school staff and childcare professionals
✓ Workplace health and safety personnel
✓ First responders and emergency-support personnel
✓ Fitness, sports and recreation professionals
✓ Hospitality and customer-service personnel
✓ Security personnel and workplace emergency-response teams
✓ Individuals whose employment requires basic first-aid and CPR skills
✓ Parents, guardians and individuals responsible for the care of others
✓ Individuals seeking practical CPR, AED and first-aid training
✓ Members of the public interested in developing essential emergency-response and life-saving skills

Training Programme: First Aid & CPR Training
Training Focus: First Aid, CPR, AED Use, Choking Management & Emergency Response
Learning Approach: Instructor-led teaching, demonstrations, guided hands-on practice and scenario-based learning
Practical Components: Casualty assessment, adult, child and infant CPR, AED use, rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding control, wound care, burns, musculoskeletal injuries and selected medical-emergency scenarios
Assessment: Knowledge checks, instructor observation, practical demonstrations, simulated emergency scenarios and competency-based assessment of essential First Aid & CPR skills
Delivery: Classroom-based instruction and supervised practical skills training, subject to programme schedule and available delivery arrangements
Certificate: Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the training
Location: Global Healthcare Hub, UAE