Sports First Aid

Course details

The Sports First Aid course is designed to teach personal trainers, sports coaches, PE teachers, and other professionals who work in this field, how to provide quality sports first aid in the workplace. It covers important information on major injuries, life-saving procedures and first aid assessments.

You will explore the contents of the first aid kit in detail, learn about the role and responsibilities of the sports first aider,  through case studies and practical exercises. Our experienced instructors will take you through procedures and best practice for dealing with a range of major, minor, and environmental injuries, from sprains to frostbite and concussions.

You will have amazing theoretical and practical knowledge, with the ability to take control in the case of any first aid emergency, by the end of this course. You’ll also gain the skills and confidence to perform CPR and calm a casualty down while emergency services arrive.

Learning Outcomes

• You’ll be able to demonstrate knowledge of the role and responsibilities of a Sports First Aider
• Learn how to conduct a full-body examination and monitor vital signs
• You’ll also learn the correct use of wound dressings, bandages, CPR aids & other first aid kit contents
• Learn how to conduct a primary and secondary survey to assess the condition of a casualty
• You’ll be able to identify the different types of common and majors sports injuries
• Perform CPR and place a casualty in the recovery position
• Recognise the signs and symptoms of heart attack, seizures and asthma attacks

Why Choose this Course?

• Earn a digital Certificate upon successful completion.
• Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors
• Study in your own time, at your own pace, through your computer tablet or mobile device
• Benefit from instant feedback through mock exams and multiple-choice assessments
• Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams
• Full tutor support on weekdays

Course Design

This Sports First Aid training course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. No formal deadlines or teaching schedules are included, that aids a flexible study ;

We broke down the course into several manageable modules which we believe will assist you to grasp each concept more efficiently – from the fundamentals to the most advanced aspects of the course.

The experts will teach you through a combination of:

• Online study materials
• Mock exams
• Multiple-choice assessment

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to obtain your course completion e-certificate free of cost. A print copy by post is also available at an additional cost of £ and a PDF Certificate at £

Why study this course

Our Sports First Aid course will help you to learn everything that is needed regarding this field. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone from any academic backgrounds to learn more and advance their learning, launch a new career or reinvigorate an existing one.

Who is this course for

This is the best Sports First Aid course online and suitable for anyone who wants to gain extensive knowledge, potential experience, and professional skills in the related field. Industry experts designed this course, so you don’t have to worry about the quality.

Requirements

This course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

Career Path

Training offered by this outstanding course could potentially benefit a range of roles, but would particularly enhance careers in-

• Personal Trainer
• Sports Coach
• PE Teacher
• Other related professional roles

Updated on 23 November, 2023