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In support of this year's World Suicide Prevention Day, all ticket fees for Tuesday 10th September 2024 are donated to The Ripple Suicide Prevention Charity - find out more about them here! Course Overview Teaching the theory and practice of suicide intervention skills that can be applied in any professional or personal setting, this programme is delivered over 3.5 hours as a suicide prevention awareness session. We use only the most experienced suicide prevention trainers to deliver this unique learning experience: for anyone who seeks greater understanding and confidence to intervene with people at risk of suicide.  The Suicide First Aid Lite (Virtual) course gives learners the knowledge and tools to understand that suicide is one of the most preventable deaths and some basic skills can help someone with thoughts of suicide stay safe from their thoughts and stay alive.  Course Content SFA Lite is comprised of 2 parts, each 90 minutes duration. The programme teaches the skills needed to identify someone who may be thinking about suicide and to pass the person onto a suicide first aider.  Part 1: Introduction to the session; programme, ourselves and suicide prevention Stigma and survivors of bereavement by suicide and the Hidden Toll Suicide thoughts and suicide behaviour Intention of behaviour versus outcome of behaviour Possible causes of suicide thoughts Suicide – the ripple effect Part 2: ‘I’m really glad you told me’ audio visual Suicide Safety Guidance Recognising and asking about suicide Referring a person onto suicide first aiders Suicide First Aid Lite (Virtual) training offers learning outcomes that are knowledge based and factual. This training can be used as a stand-alone programme or as the first part of a journey to learn suicide prevention skills.  The one-day programme Suicide First Aid through Understanding Suicide Interventions is a City & Guilds qualification programme and the next step for people wanting a more in-depth practise-based approach to the learning. The information in SFALV is easy to grasp for people of all skill levels and those with no prior knowledge of the subject. It is designed to meet the needs of virtual groups and could be used as a forerunner to the one-day Suicide First Aid Programme.  Evidence Base Two independent evaluations in 2016 and 2017 by Dr Paul Rogers demonstrated significant statistical change in 14 of 19 measures. Increased confidence and reduced anxiety in dealing with suicide, were among the leading outcomes.  Format Taught over 3.5 hours using tutor facilitated socratic learning, tutor-led practise sessions, mini lectures, group work and audio-visual presentations. This is a has some interactive elements and is an emotionally engaging learning experience.  Pre-training requirement No previous experience or training is necessary. Participants will be asked to self- reflect and empathise with a person having thoughts of suicide. There is no expectation on participants to share personal experiences.  Who should attend?  Multi-sector managers and practitioners including health, housing, social care, education, criminal justice, call centre operators, private, voluntary and public sector workers and community groups or members. 

Learn essential first aid techniques for mental health in this one-day, regulated Level 2 course. First Aid for Mental Health regulated Level 2 one day course Join us for a comprehensive and interactive one-day course on Mental Health First Aid. This in-person event will equip you with the skills and knowledge to provide effective support to those experiencing mental health difficulties. Time: 08:30:00 - 16:00:00 Location: Norcam Ltd, Unit B, Humans Farm units Market Lane, Walpole Saint Andrew, PE14 7LT Throughout the day, our experienced trainers will cover various topics including identifying common mental health issues, offering initial help, and guiding individuals towards appropriate professional support. By the end of the course, you'll gain a regulated Level 2 qualification, empowering you to make a positive difference in your community. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of mental health and develop valuable skills to support those in need. Book your spot now!

This is a one day course for employees in a low risk environment where a qualified first aider is necessary. This course became EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK from October 2009 making it a qualification and not just an attendance.

Where an organisation’s risk assessment of First Aid needs identifies that there is a requirement for Emergency First Aid at Work practitioners, then this national Award in Emergency First Aid at Work satisfies the requirements of the regulatory body for First Aid – the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). All learners will have the skills and knowledge to provide the organisation with Emergency First Aider’s that can provide treatment to their casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner. This training takes place at our Birmingham Training Centre on the Hagley Road in Edgbaston.

This one day course is SQA SCQF Level 6 accredited and satisfies the requirements of the new HSE qualification “Emergency First Aider in the Workplace”. This qualification gives your employees skills in basic first aid treatment, providing care for low level incidents right through to life-preserving techniques in the event of an emergency. Content includes learning how to deal with: Wounds Burns Stroke Shock Choking CPR Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) This qualification allows the successful trainee to act as your appointed person within the workplace, and take charge of any first aid arrangements, including equipment and facilities. If the work environment is small and fairly low risk, or if the workplace is larger but the employee would be providing support to the Named First Aider, then this would provide sufficient information to be able to deal with any likely first aid needs that may arise. The certificate is valid for 3 years. Participants must be age 14 and over.

Explain the importance of BLS Aims and Objectives Explain the importance of BLS Describe the Resuscitation Council UK BLS guidelines Perform basic life support in an emergency situation Course Contents Adult basic life support algorithm Adult basic life support sequence Recovery position Resuscitation of children Resuscitation of victims of drowning Risks to the rescuer and victim Initial rescue breaths Jaw thrust Agonal gasps Use of oxygen Mouth-to-nose ventilation Bag mask ventilation Chest compressions We can also add automated external defibrillators (AED) onto the course. If you would like this added please let us know at time of booking. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Nurses Paramedics Health Care Assistants Healthcare sector workers Anyone involved in healthcare Pharmacists

A nationally recognised regulated qualification for low risk organisations to satisfy the requirements of the Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

Our Blended Learning course comprises of 6 hours Video Training presented by our own GEM trainers and then attending 1 day face to face with us. Fully meets Ofsted & EYFS requirements.

This First Aid for Sports course covers the full Emergency First Aid at Work syllabus, adapted for sports. It is ideal for Sports Teachers, Personal Trainers, Coaches, Yoga and Pilates Teachers, cricket, football, rugby, hockey, tennis and any other sports - to equip you with vital skills and confidence to help an adult or child experiencing a medical emergency in a sports environment. Prompt and appropriate First Aid reduces the pain and suffering experienced by a casualty and could save their life. This course covers CPR, choking, bleeding, burns, spinal injuries, asthma, bites and stings and so much more. The First Aid for Sports Course fulfils all the criteria for Appointed Person first aid training, however a practical course is required in order to be a full First Aider. This course is an excellent first aid training package for people to gain invaluable knowledge at their own time and pace and a great first aid training package for those with English as a second language to prepare themselves to pass a practical first aid course. The content also serves as an ideal annual refresher covering the full HSE syllabus The course consists of illustrated step by step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos and test yourself sections fully compatible with all computers and mobile devices. You will be able to stop and start as often as you like and print your Certificate on completion. You have continuous access to this course for 12 months. It is impossible to cover all eventualities within this course, or to equip you with the knowledge and skills to appropriately diagnose and treat in unpredictable real life situations. If you suspect serious illness or injury, you should always seek immediate professional medical advice. The author has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within the course, however this course is merely a guide and the author does not accept any liability or responsibility for any inaccuracies or for any mistreatment or misdiagnosis of any person, however caused. The course material has been written by Emma Hammett, qualified nurse, first aid trainer and founder of First Aid for Life in conjunction with other medical and first aid professionals. If you have any queries concerning this course, please contact emma@firstaidforlife.org.uk Course contents: Action in an emergency Unresponsive and breathing Recovery position Secondary survey Unconscious and not breathing Resuscitation Heart attack and angina Choking Drowning Anaphylactic shock Wounds and bleeding Dressings Fainting Burns (including sunburn) Dislocation Bandaging Head injuries Skull fracture Spinal injuries Log rolling someone into recovery position Fitting/seizures/convulsions

Awareness of Legislation including Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, LOLER, Manual Handling Regulations Operations (1992) About this event Awareness of Legislation including Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, LOLER, Manual Handling Regulations Operations (1992) Duties and Responsibilities of Employer and Employee Anatomy of Spine Risk Assessment using safe principles E.L.I.T.E Reducing risk and removing hazards Understanding R.I.D.D.O.R Safe use of correct equipment Knowledge of dangerous moves Ability Test Chair Moves to stand and chair to chair transfer Slings – inserting whilst in bed/in a wheelchair Hoist – bed to chair transfer