Undergraduate Certificate in Occupational First Aid
Gain essential skills to respond to workplace emergencies, enhance workplace safety, and boost career prospects. Learn more today!
Occupational First Aid is designed for healthcare professionals and first aid responders who want to enhance their skills in providing emergency care in the workplace.
Delivered online by London School of International Business, the school behind Healthcare Courses. Ofqual-regulated qualifications with flexible payment plans and admissions support seven days a week.
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Why enrol on this course?
Occupational First Aid
is designed for healthcare professionals and first aid responders who want to enhance their skills in providing emergency care in the workplace. This course focuses on occupational first aid principles and practices, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills to respond to workplace injuries and illnesses.Through a combination of theoretical and practical training, learners will gain an understanding of occupational first aid concepts, including wound management, cardiac arrest, and spinal injuries.
By completing this course, learners will be able to provide effective occupational first aid in the workplace, reducing the risk of injury and improving overall health and safety.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in occupational first aid. Explore our course today and take the first step towards becoming a confident and competent first aid responder.
About this course
Who is this course for?
| Ideal Audience for Undergraduate Certificate in Occupational First Aid | Individuals working in industries with high risk of workplace accidents, such as construction, healthcare, and manufacturing, are the primary target audience for this course. |
| Key Characteristics: | Prospective learners should be at least 16 years old, have a good understanding of the English language, and be able to commit to the course duration. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), in 2020-21, there were over 660,000 reported work-related injuries in the UK, resulting in over 30,000 hospital admissions. |
| Learning Outcomes: | Upon completing the Undergraduate Certificate in Occupational First Aid, learners will be able to provide basic life support, manage injuries, and respond to emergencies in the workplace. This course is designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge required to make a positive impact in their workplace and contribute to a safer working environment. |
Key facts
This certificate program is typically offered over a period of 12-18 months, allowing students to balance their studies with their work or other commitments.
Upon completion of the program, students will have achieved the following learning outcomes:
- Understand the principles of first aid and its application in the workplace
- Be able to assess and manage injuries and illnesses in the workplace
- Know how to provide basic life support, including CPR and the use of automated external defibrillators
- Understand how to manage medical emergencies, such as cardiac arrests and severe allergic reactions
- Be able to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders in the workplace
The Undergraduate Certificate in Occupational First Aid is highly relevant to the healthcare and social care industries, as well as to organizations that require first aid training for their employees.
This certificate is also recognized by various regulatory bodies, such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (ROSPA), which can provide students with a competitive edge in the job market.
By completing this certificate program, students will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to provide effective first aid in the workplace, which can lead to career advancement opportunities and improved job prospects.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Occupational First Aid is a valuable investment for individuals who want to develop their skills and knowledge in first aid and make a positive impact in their workplace or community.
Why this course?
| UK Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses | |
|---|---|
| 1.3 million | Source: Royal Society for Public Health |
| £1.4 billion | Annual cost to the UK economy |
| £1.1 billion | Cost to the NHS |
Career path
Course information
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 1 month
- 2 months
Course delivery
Online
Entry requirements
Course content
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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• Wound Management
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• Bleeding Control
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• Spinal Injury Management
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• Burns and Scalds
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• Fracture Management
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• Anaphylaxis and Allergic Reactions
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• Head and Neck Injuries
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• Medical Emergency Response
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• First Aid for Children and Infants
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission.
Fee structure
The fee for the programme is as follows:
- 1 month — Accelerated mode @ GBP £140
- 2 months — Standard mode @ GBP £90
Accreditation
Who delivers this course
- Qualification
- Undergraduate Certificate in Occupational First Aid
- Delivered by
- London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
- Awarded by
- an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
- Assessment
- Written assignments, no exams
- Support
- Admissions team, 7 days a week
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