First Aid Level 1

This one day course is ideal for first aiders in workplaces and anyone wanting to learn the basics of first aid.

In this course, our in-depth lessons and scenario-based activities will give you:

• the confidence to recognise and treat everything from common injuries to life-threatening medical emergencies
• the skills to offer vital assistance and CPR before more experienced help arrives
• the starting point for advancing your first aid training to the next level
• a Foundation First Aid Certificate valid for 2 years upon successful completion of the Level 1 course

First aid courses are non-refundable. Please refer to our training terms & conditions.

Recognise and provide first aid for:

(Covers NZQA 6401)

• Bleeding and shock
• Burns
• Poisoning
• Heart attacks and chest pain
• Strokes
• Seizures
• Fractures and dislocations
• Soft tissues injuries
• Allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
• Asthma
• Diabetes

Recognise and provide basic life support including:

(Covers NZQA 6402)

• Scene and hazard management
• Patient positioning and assessment
• CPR (adults, children, infants)
• Defibrillator (AED) use
• Choking (adults, children, infants)
• General care

Attendees must be:

• 14 years or older
• able to kneel on the floor to do CPR and complete assessments in English
• first aid courses are non-refundable - please refer to our Ts & Cs for more details