first aid AND PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY CARE
Course overview
The AED Training course equips participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to respond confidently to a cardiac arrest emergency and to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively.
Participants learn how to recognise cardiac arrest, assess the scene, and deliver prompt, appropriate action while awaiting emergency services. AEDs in the workplace are proven to save lives, and ensuring staff are trained in their use is a key element of workplace health and safety provision.
This course is short, practical and accessible, and no previous first aid training is required.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for:
- Workplace staff and teams
- Designated AED responders
- Managers and supervisors
- Community and voluntary groups
- Organisations with an AED installed on site
The course is appropriate for participants with or without prior first aid experience.
Outstanding medical expertise, delivered in a clear and engaging way
There knowledge of the medical world is simply outstanding an breathtaking, but I was most impressed with the way they taught the class. It was a breath of fresh air. Anyone can spiel off PowerPoint but first aid coaching used there owns technique which was a lot more interesting and easier to take in. I can highly recommend first aid coaching.
What you will learn
Participants will develop practical awareness and competence in:
- The role of the first aider, including prevention of cross-infection
- The importance of recording incidents and actions
- Assessing a situation and acting safely, promptly and effectively
- Scene safety and casualty assessment
- Safe and correct use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Responding to cardiac arrest emergencies
Training is practical, supportive and scenario-based, reinforcing confidence and correct decision-making.
Why choose First Aid Coaching
- Nationwide AED training across Ireland
- Experienced emergency care instructors
- Clear, practical and confidence-building approach
- Designed for workplaces and organisations
- Accessible for all participants
- Trusted health and safety training provider
Certification and standards
On completion, participants receive a First Aid Coaching AED certificate, confirming competence in AED awareness and correct defibrillator use.
This certification supports workplace safety training and AED compliance requirements.
