FMH Training
About the Course
The Student First Aid course will provide learners with the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid treatment confidently and safely. The course is suitable for students aged 11 years and over and fulfils the requirements of the Department for Education in respect of statutory first aid training
First aid training is now compulsory in all state funded schools in England as part of health education, which became a mandatory subject from September 2020.
This initiative is designed to ensure that students develop the critical skills and confidence needed to respond effectively in a variety of emergency situations. As part of this curriculum, students learn essential techniques, including how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), treat wounds, handle burns and manage other common injuries.
The Student First Aid qualification provides a structured framework for this training, equipping learners with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. By meeting the Department for Education’s requirements, this program aims to empower young people with life-saving abilities, fostering a generation better prepared to protect themselves and others in times of need.
Duration
A minimum of three contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities. Ideally, the course should be run over half a day (3 hours), but the syllabus can be divided into 3 x 1-hour sessions, spread over a 12-month period.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:
What is first aid?
Primary survey
Recovery position
Resuscitation and AED
Choking
Common Injuries
Certification
The practical assessment is ongoing throughout the duration of the course and the learners will be required to complete a multiple-choice question assessment paper at the end of the programme. A three-year qualification can be offered to all, subject to assessment.
Numbers
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 11 years of age