Course Details
SAQA Unit Standard 376480
Duration: 5 days including assessments
Cost: R1550.00 (including V.A.T.)
The First Aid Level 3 course is the most advanced level of training you can receive at a first aid level. Not only does it cover in-depth and advanced theoretical knowledge, but practical skills are taught at an advanced level and are perfected, thus giving the learners a higher scope of practice, confidence and ability. This course covers all topics in level 1 and 2 as well as additional topics such as emergency childbirth and using an AED. This is also an entry level requirement for those wanting to further their studies in the medical field.
The certificate is valid for 3 years.
Topics Covered
Introduction to first aid
First aid and the law
Principles of first aid
Artificial respiration
Adult, child and infant CPR
Automated external defibrillator (AED)
Choking
Heart attacks
Bleeding and wounds
Unconsciousness, fainting and shock
Fractures, sprains and dislocations
Head and spinal injuries
Chest injuries
Environmental injuries and illnesses
Water emergencies
Burns
Diabetes
Poisons, stings and bites
Epilepsy and fits
Strokes
Behavioural emergencies
Emergency childbirth
Anatomy and physiology
Triage