What can you expect?
The 2-day classroom-based course is a mix of theory and practice given by experts recognised by the European Resuscitation Council (ERC). There is a maximum of 8 people in the group, so you can learn as much as possible. There is ongoing evaluation.
You will have access to the digital course and e-learning on the ERC platform. We recommend that you read it to prepare for the course.
After the course, you will receive the official first aid certificate recognised by the Federal Public Service Employment, Labour, and Social Dialogue (FPS WASO) and the European 'Life-saving techniques' certificate recognised by the European Resuscitation Council (ERC).
Catering is included in the price.
Our locations
With around thirty training locations, Mensura guarantees a regional presence throughout the country. Here you will find an overview of the places where our classical courses take place.
How is the programme structured?
Introduction
The role of the first aider
Legislation and practical implications
Recording of incidents and actions
Demonstration of first aid equipment
General approach to emergency situations
Safety and hygiene
Monitoring of vital functions:
- Consciousness
- Respiration
- Circulation
Alerting: notifying emergency services
Approach to victim(s) and further first aid
Practical exercise: step-by-step plan
Moving a victim in distress
Technical
Practical exercise: Rautek manoeuvre
The vital functions and clinical symptoms
Loss of consciousness
- Fainting
- Concussion
- Stroke
- Epilepsy
- Diabetes
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
Respiration
- Shortness of breath
- Hyperventilation
- Asthma
- Asphyxiation
Circulation
- Angina
- Heart attack
Practical exercises
- Recovery position
- Using an isothermal blanket
Demonstrations
- Hyperventilation
- Suffocation – blows to the back – abdominal thrust
- Heart attack
Basic resuscitation and AED
Basic resuscitation "30-2"
Use of an AED
Practical exercises
- Resuscitation '30:2'
- Using an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
Types of bleeding and shock
Basic resuscitation "30-2"
Use of an AED
Practical exercises
- Resuscitation '30:2'
- Using an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
Types of bleeding and shock
External bleeding
Internal and external bleeding
Shock
Practical exercise: compression bandage
Demonstration: nosebleed
Injuries to the locomotor system
Stiff muscles
Muscle cramp
Muscle strain
Bruising
Sprain
Dislocation
Fractures
Spinal injuries
Practical exercises
- Wrist bandage
- Triangular bandage as a sling
Skin wounds
Abrasions
Cuts
Puncture wounds
Splinters
Blisters
Blue nail
Bites
Insect bites
Tick bites
Practical exercises
- Disinfecting a wound
- Bandage on finger
Burns, electrocution and electrification
Skin burns
Chemical burns
Burning of the respiratory tract
Frostbite
Electrocution and electrification
Practical exercise: triangular bandage as a temporary cover
Injuries and incidents
Head injuries
Eye injuries
Hypothermia
Overheating
Drowning
Poisoning
Demonstration: Flushing of eyes
Links
Practical exercise: links
First aid certificate
After the course, you will receive the official first aid certificate recognised by the Federal Public Service Employment, Labour, and Social Dialogue (FPS WASO) and the European 'Life-saving techniques' refresher certificate recognised by the European Resuscitation Council (ERC).