Monday 16th October 2017 6.30pm - 9.30pm

Woodford FC, Byfield Rd, Woodford Halse. NN11 3QR

There can be no refunds for cancellations or transfers to other courses within 10 days of the course start date.

The FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (previously known as the FA Emergency First Aid course) provides you with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to attend a conscious or unconscious player, ensuring that appropriate care is given until the emergency medical services arrive and takeover, or until an alternative healthcare professional(s) assumes responsibility. It is a practical guide to dealing with the essential components of saving a life, both in training and matches.

This course goes beyond generic first aid and includes elements specific to football.

Content

The role of the first aider

The jaw thrust as an airway opening technique

The A-E approach of the injured footballer (inclusive of the unconscious footballer)

Emergency action planning for football

Preparation for action for sudden cardiac arrest in the young

Recognition, BLS with AED

Breathing for every player during BLS, compression only CPR is not recommended for those first aiders with a duty of care to respond to players during matches and training (this is different context to the lay person attendance in a different environment)

The FA concussion guidelines

Dispelling the myths of first aid in football

The football specific first aid kit and record keeping

Duration -Three hours

Pre-requisites - Be at least 16 years of age

Who is it for?

This short course is applicable to coaches, team managers, parents, teachers, volunteers and carers who have the responsibility for the provision of basic life support and who may be the only persons present until the ambulance arrives.

It is highly recommended that you undertake The FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF) course to complement the skills you acquire during this course.

Currency of qualification

Due to the nature and responsibility associated with first aid provision, and in line with current UK guidelines, the currency of this certificate for use as a first aid qualification will be limited to three years.