Introduction
The Advanced First Aid and CPR Course is designed to build upon basic first aid knowledge and develop advanced lifesaving and emergency response skills for individuals who may be required to provide an extended level of care before professional medical help arrives.
This course provides participants with in-depth understanding of complex medical emergencies, advanced CPR techniques, and coordinated emergency management. It focuses on situations often encountered by workplace safety officers, emergency response team members, and designated first aiders in high-risk environments.
Qualification Topics
- Introduction to Advanced First Aid
- Roles and Responsibilities of Advanced First Aiders
- Comprehensive Scene and Casualty Assessment
- Advanced Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Trauma Management
- Shock Management
- Medical Emergencies
Qualification Benefits
- Deliver effective care in single or multiple emergencies.
- Perform advanced CPR and use an AED correctly.
- Manage critical medical and trauma cases.
- Assess and monitor casualties systematically.
- Control severe bleeding and shock effectively.
- Manage airway, breathing, and circulation.
- Communicate clearly with emergency teams.
- Use first aid and rescue equipment confidently.
- Lead and enhance emergency readiness.
Examination and Certification Method
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Assessment Style | Continuous module assessments, skill demonstrations, and a final written + practical examination |
| Exam Format | Multiple-choice, short-answer, and scenario-based questions testing theory and practical understanding |
| Practical Activities | Hands-on performance of CPR (adult, child, infant), AED use, trauma care, airway management, and casualty simulations |
| Passing Score | Minimum 75% overall (including both written and practical performance) |
| Course Duration | 24–30 hours (instructor-led with hands-on sessions and scenario practice) |
| Certification | Certificate of Completion – Advanced First Aid and CPR, valid for 2 years; renewal or refresher course recommended prior to expiration |