Basic First Aid Course – Kildare

Duration
1 day (6.5 hours)

Group size
Maximum 8 learners

Price
€100 per person

Certificate
C-TAC / PHECC, valid 2 years

Basic First Aid is designed for the general public and is easily tailored to specific groups:

• Individuals and families who want everyday first aid skills
• Office, retail and hospitality teams who want staff confident in an emergency
• Sports clubs, coaches and volunteers
• Community groups, schools and Transition Year students
• Carers and anyone looking after an older relative

You don’t need any previous first aid experience.

Looking after babies and children? Our Paediatric First Aid course is designed for parents, childminders and early years staff.

Need a qualified workplace first aider? The 3-day PHECC First Aid Response (FAR) course is the standard that meets HSA requirements for occupational first aid.

Cardiac First Response

• Recognising a cardiac arrest and calling for help
• CPR for adults, children and infants
• Using an AED (defibrillator)
• Helping someone who is choking

Checking a casualty

• Vital signs, and primary and secondary surveys

Common medical emergencies

• Heart attack, asthma and anaphylaxis
• Seizures, diabetic emergencies and fainting
• Poisoning and recognising sepsis

Injuries

• Bleeding control and wound care
• Suspected fractures and immobilisation

Introduction to first aid

• The role of the first aider and scene safety
• Communication, consent and capacity
• Recognising signs of abuse or neglect
• Looking after your own wellbeing

Most of the day is practical, so you leave knowing you can do it, not just knowing about it:

• Short presentations covering the key signs and actions
• Hands-on practice on CPR manikins and AED trainers
• Realistic scenarios to rehearse responding to an emergency
• Open discussion so you can ask about the situations that matter to you

With a maximum of eight learners, you’ll get plenty of practice time and individual feedback.

Public courses run in Naas, Co. Kildare, at Timahoe East, Donadea (W91 W5DD). They’re within easy reach of Naas, Clane, Prosperous, Kilcock, Maynooth, Celbridge, Newbridge and Edenderry.

Group courses nationwide. We can deliver Basic First Aid at your workplace, club or community venue anywhere in Ireland, and tailor the scenarios to your setting. Contact us or call +353 85 722 4006.

Is this a PHECC-accredited first aid course?

Yes. It’s delivered to PHECC’s First Aid Essentials – Basic First Aid standard. You’ll receive a dual C-TAC / PHECC certificate, valid for two years.

How long is the basic first aid course?

One day, with 6.5 hours of teaching time.

What’s the difference between Basic First Aid and First Aid Response (FAR)?

Basic First Aid is a one-day course giving essential skills for everyday emergencies. FAR is a 3-day course and the recognised standard for occupational first aiders under HSA requirements. If your employer needs a designated first aider, choose FAR.

Does it include CPR and defibrillator training?

Yes. Every First Aid Essentials course includes the full Cardiac First Response (Community) module. That covers CPR for adults, children and infants, choking, and how to use an AED.

Can you run the course for our staff or club?

Yes. We deliver group courses at your venue anywhere in Ireland, for up to eight learners per course. Get in touch for a quote.

How often should I renew my certificate?

Your certificate is valid for two years. We recommend refreshing your skills before it expires.