Level 1 (Core Course – 16
hours) – Topics included
Accident Procedure
Basic life support including CPR
Choking and care of the unconscious casualty
Management and treatment of wounds and bleeding
Management and treatment of fractures, strains, sprains and dislocations
Common medical emergencies
Basic casualty management and care
Equipment/kits and their use
The emphasis relates to potential incidents and challenges in sporting
environments. These include land and water based, low and medium altitude,
indoor and outdoor, natural and synthetic, formal and informal environs.
Target Participants – Anyone with the responsibility
for providing immediate “Emergency Care” at any sporting
event or training. Cost : €150 per candidate approx. Max.
16 candidates.
Level 1(A) Core Course
- 8 hours
This is for those with acceptable existing knowledge/experience
and technical expertise e.g. physiotherapists, doctors and those
who wish to refresh having previously done a level 1 course. Cost : €150 per candidate approx. Max.
16 candidates
Level 1 – Optional
A.E.D. Module – 4 hours
Additional / optional module on the use of “fully advisory” Automatic
External Defibrillators. Open to: Anyone who has completed a level 1 Core
Course Cost : Available upon application
Open only to those who have completed level 1 or 1(A) course
as above. The Level 2 course is designed to offer continuity of
skills, development, knowledge and understanding from level 1 course. Cost :Price available on application
Level 3 (Instructor
Training)
Topics include
Technical knowledge training
Teaching/coaching assessment skills
Administration
Technology & Equipment
The duration of Instructor training is subject to a process of “accreditation
of prior learning”, however the novice Instructor will be
catered for. Open only to those who have completed a level 1 or
1(A) course. A limited number of Instructors will be developed,
subject to demand/geography and to ensure high quality.
Successful
candidates from the level 3 course will be able to conduct level
1 and 1(A) course. Candidates will during their training compile
an evidence portfolio which will be matched to Training and Assessment
standards. Cost : Between €500 an €2,500 per candidate.
+ Portfolio Manuals €TBA each
Additional:
Advanced Courses and courses to meet specific group needs can
also be provided.
The above costs do not include a venue.
Level 1 -AED module and Level 2 courses will only be taught by
the Director of Training and/or other designated instructors as
agreed with the Director of Training and the Medical Directors
of the Academy.
