Highfield Award in First Aid at Work (Requalification) Blended Learning

Entry Requirements

• Highfield state that ‘learners have a one-month period of grace in which to renew 
  their certification, post-certificate expiry, however it is important to note that during 
  this period learners are not qualified to provide first aid.’ 
• You must forward a copy of your current First Aid at Work certificate.
• It is recommended that learners are a minimum of 16 years of age and advised that 
  learners have a minimum of National 5 (or equivalent) English and are physically 
  capable of completing the practical assessment.

To adhere to Highfield learning guidance, we are required to post out the handbook 
to all candidates in advance of attending training. Please supply a postal address at 
the point of booking. 

Course Content

The course will cover the following topics:

• Responsibilities of the first aider
• Assessing an incident
• Managing an unresponsive casualty
• The respiratory system
• Wounds and bleeding
• Shock and seizures
• Dealing with minor injuries
• The human skeleton
• Fractures and dislocations
• Sprains and strains
• Chest injuries
• Dealing with major illness and other injuries

All candidates are required to complete a short multiple-choice test as part of 
the assessment. If you require additional support, please contact UHI Orkney 
at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the course.

Download the information sheet

Staff

Staff are experts in their field.

Your instructors will be either June Bacon, Stuart Dane, Nick Lyon or Rosemary Ryrie