The Level 2 course is designed to offer an in depth introduction to medical emergencies and the actions one should take in response to such situations. At the conclusion of the course a learner will be proficient at identifying and treating many injuries and illnesses, which may be presented to them in everyday life.

Course Syllabus:

• Principles of First Aid and Safety

• CPR (Adult, Child & Infant)

• Choking (Adult, Child & Infant)

• Automated External Defibrillator

• Wounds and Bleeding

• Shock, Unconsciousness, Fainting and Diabetes

• Fractures

• Head & Spinal Injuries

• Joint Injuries, Strains and Rescue Carries

• Chest Injuries

• Eye Injuries

• Multiple Injury Management (Triage)

• Pelvic and Abdominal Injuries

• Environmental Illnesses and Injuries

• Burns

• Poisoning, Bites and Stings

• Chest Pain and Cardiovascular Disorders

• Fits/Seizures

• Soft Tissue Injuries

• Elementary and Applied Anatomy and Physiology

Testing and certification:

Written Test

Skills Test

Department of Labour