Overview
These Highfields accredited first aid courses are designed to give you the skills, knowledge and competence required to administer emergency first aid in the workplace. This includes being able to assess, diagnose and treat casualties before the arrival of medical staff in the event of an emergency.
Courses are delivered by our experienced tutors, who are practical and hands-on in their approach. Training will take pace in LSBU Active's Academy of Sport, which has recently undergone £1 million of investment.
Highfields is one of the UK's leading awarding bodies in compliance qualifications, so these courses are ideal if you work in a fitness or health related industry.
First Aid training should be risk-specific so please contact us if you would like to discuss a training package based on your specific requirements.
Course content includes:
In addition to the topics covered on an emergency first aid at work course, on completion of training, you will be able to:
a) administer first aid to a casualty with:
- injuries to bones, muscles and joints, including suspected spinal injuries
- chest injuries
- eye injuries
- sudden poisoning
- anaphylactic shock
b) recognise the presence of major illnesses and provide appropriate first aid (including heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma, diabetes).
Qualification
First aid at work certificate; valid for three years. For best practice we support the HSE recommendation to complete an annual update of your first aid skills.
Location
London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.
If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB). For information on accessibility, see our DisabledGo access guides. See our location page for more details.
Entry Level Requirements
Want to start your course this September? call 0800 923 8888 for entry requirements.
Our courses are renowned for providing a quality learning experience offering hands-on practical training skills that leave first aiders feeling confident to use their skills in a real life situation. It is therefore important that participants are physically able to perform the relevant actions and techniques included in the HSE syllabus.
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Missing English and Maths qualifications?
If you do not have the required English and Maths qualifications needed to satisfy the entry requirements for this programme, we have courses available at our partner College that you can take to upskill in these areas. Find out more at South Bank College.
Advanced entry
If you have already completed some studies at another university, we may be able to consider you for advanced entry. Please see our advanced entry page for more information.
Courses are £175 per person.
To book your place on the course, download and complete the booking form and return by email to coachingcourses@lsbu.ac.uk.
Applications will be accepted on a first come first served basis, your place will only be confirmed on receipt of full payment and completion of the application form.
Once you have returned the booking form, you can pay by card at our online store or come into the LSBU Sports Centre to pay in person.You must send a copy of your valid First Aid certificate to coachingcourses@lsbu.ac.uk.
Course 1: | ||
Thursday | 3 October 2019 | 9.30-16.30 |
Friday | 4 October 2019 | 9.30-16.30 |
Course 2: | ||
Wednesday | 4 March 2020 | 9.30-16.30 |
Thursday | 5 March 2020 | 9.30-16.30 |
Course 3: | ||
Thursday | 25 June 2020 | 9.30-16.30 |
Friday | 26 June 2020 | 9.30-16.30 |
Prepare to start
All participants will be given details about the course prior to attending, including; the time, location and course structure of the day.
Careers
Employability Service
At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:
- Free employability workshop and events for student all year round, more details can be found on our event section.
- Online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
- LSBU Careers Hub offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and support, guidance on future careers, as well as loads of career resources, connecting you with employers, exciting events, 1-1 support and relevant workshops.
Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.