EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONDER COURSE
BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO COURSE
An emergency first responder is a person trained in cardiac first response that possesses additional knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients in the pre-hospital environment. The emergency first responder course equips the learner to be able to deal with a variety of trauma and medical conditions.
REQUIREMENTS
Students must have successfully completed a PHECC Cardiac First Response community level course. Students must present the CFR certificate at the start of the course. Students should also be physically fit enough to carry out chest compressions on a manikin while kneeling and a range of other pre-hospital emergency techniques.
DURATION
This course is five days (40hours) excluding the cardiac first response section.
ASSESSMENT
The assessment for the course will be split between theory examinations and OSCE’s. The theory element is assessed using a multiple-choice examination while the practical element is assessed using skill sheets and scenario based practical assessments.
CERTIFICATION
The emergency first responder certification is valid for three years. In order to maintain your qualification after your three-year certification period you will be required to undertake a refresher course.