Course details

Having staff trained in First Aid will help to reduce the effects and seriousness of any accidents or injuries that occur in the workplace, and will also provide staff with peace of mind. First aid provision is a legal requirement for employers.

This course runs over three full days at our premises in Dublin, Cork, and at other locations around the country. We can also teach in-house if it is more suitable for employees and employers. Our course is externally accredited by QQI as a Level 5 certificate and is meant for those who intend to act as appointed first aiders in their workplace.

How is it tested?

The course is tested by an theory examination and practical assessment. The QQI Certificate is valid for two years, with an ongoing option to extend if done so during the life of certification or within 90 days of expiry of current cert.

What is the syllabus?

  • Managing Incidents
  • Resuscitation including A.E.D.
  • Poisioning
  • Patient Examination
  • Fractures
  • Miscellaneous Injuries
  • Priorities of First Aid
  • Control of Bleeding
  • Communications
  • Unconsciousness
  • Wounds & Dressings
  • How to use an
  • Automated External Defribillator
  • Heart Attacks
  • Burns & Scalds

Why train with St John Ambulance Ireland?

You will be taught by an experienced trainer. Our trainers are also experienced First Aiders who will show you how the skills you learn can be be applied in a real situation. Our courses teach the most up-to-date protocols, as approved by National and European bodies.

Updated on 22 March, 2018

About St. John's Ambulance Brigade of Ireland

About St. John Ambulance

St. John Ambulance is at the forefront of providing first aid and training services for over 100 years. As an Approved Organisation for the implementation of PHECC 3rd Edition CPGs at EMT, paramedic and advanced paramedic levels, Their work with the appropriate event organisers, statutory agencies and other organisations to provide first aid cover at public gatherings of all shapes and sizes.

External accreditors of They services include:

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