Forest Schools 16 Hour First Aid Level 3 (VTQ) - Blended Part 1
This is the part one online part for those who want to then complete the practical Forest Schools 16 Hour First Aid Level 3 (VTQ) blended part two.
Forest Schools 16 Hour First Aid Level 3 (VTQ) - Blended Part 1 at a glance
- 3-year nationally recognised certificate
- 6 hours and 11 minutes of engaging video training
- Video access for 8 months
- Printable wall certificate
- CPD time credit conformation
- Follows latest UK Resuscitation and ERC guidelines
- Free weekly video refresher
- Evidence Based Training certificate
This online course forms Part 1 of the Forest School First Aid qualification, designed to introduce learners to the essential theory and principles of first aid in outdoor learning environments. It covers the key knowledge required to prepare for the practical classroom sessions in Part 2.
Learners will explore the role of the forest school first aider, scene and casualty assessment, and essential first aid topics such as CPR, AED use, and choking management. The course also introduces the recognition and management of common illnesses and injuries, including bleeding, burns, shock, fractures, allergic reactions, asthma, diabetic emergencies, and anaphylaxis.
This is the part one online part for those who want to then complete the practical Forest Schools 16 Hour First Aid Level 3 (VTQ) blended part two.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
This course can be completed as the online part 1 of a 2-part blended course. After completing this online course, you may find and attend the classroom-only part 2 course and cut down on the number of days spent in the classroom.
This course comes with 8.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 6 hours and 11 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
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Paediatric CPR – Recognition and management of cardiac arrest in infants and children, including age-appropriate CPR techniques and use of AEDs.
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Adult CPR – Assessment and response to adult cardiac arrest, effective CPR delivery, and AED operation.
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Heart Emergencies – Identification and initial management of heart attacks and strokes, including early recognition of signs and activation of emergency services.
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Choking – Recognition of partial and complete airway obstruction in adults, children, and infants, with appropriate intervention techniques.
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Bleeding Control – Methods for controlling external bleeding, including direct pressure, dressings, and the use of tourniquets and haemostatic agents.
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Secondary Care – Conducting ongoing assessments after initial treatment, monitoring for changes in condition, and providing continued care until help arrives.
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Child Injuries – Common childhood injuries and their management, including fractures, burns, and head injuries.
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Illness Management – Recognition and initial care for common medical conditions such as asthma, seizures, allergic reactions, and diabetes.
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Scene Safety – Assessing risks at an emergency scene, ensuring personal safety, and using infection control measures.
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Patient Assessment – Systematic approach to assessing a casualty, including primary and secondary surveys, vital signs, and communication with emergency responders.
