HSI Advanced First Aid, Level 1

Course Description

The HSI Advanced First Aid, Level 1 course is a comprehensive program that covers advanced first aid techniques, including trauma management, airway management, and emergency medical response. Ideal for individuals working in high-risk environments or those who want to be prepared to deal with more complex medical situations, this course will enhance your confidence in providing care and delivering life-saving interventions when needed.

Course Objective

By the end of the course, candidate will be able to:

• Assess and respond to critical injuries and medical emergencies.

• Perform advanced first aid interventions, including controlling bleeding, managing fractures, and stabilizing injured patients.

• Recognize the symptoms of common medical conditions, including heart attacks, strokes, and seizures.

• Administer CPR and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in advanced scenarios.

• Safely manage emergency situations until professional medical help arrives.

• Understand and apply legal and ethical considerations in first aid situations.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Advanced First Aid

  • Overview of the course and the importance of advanced first aid skills

  • The role of the first aider in managing medical emergencies

• Medical Emergencies and Conditions

  • Identifying the signs and symptoms of life-threatening conditions (heart attack, stroke, diabetic emergencies)

  • Managing breathing and circulation issues

  • Dealing with medical conditions such as asthma, epilepsy, and allergic reactions

• Trauma Management

  • How to assess and treat various types of trauma, including fractures, burns, and head injuries

  • Techniques for controlling bleeding and preventing shock

  • How to stabilize fractures and manage spinal injuries

• CPR and AED Training

  • Advanced CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants

  • How to use an AED effectively in emergencies

  • Best practices for performing life-saving techniques under pressure

• Emergency Response Procedures

  • How to manage medical emergencies until professional help arrives

  • Evacuation procedures and triage techniques in large-scale emergencies

  • Working with emergency services to ensure quick and effective treatment