What training do we offer?
Our training focuses on vital first aid skills and knowledge. We can offer this to businesses and to individuals alike. Below is a list of courses available with us. Courses can be tailored to fit the precise needs of your industry.
Don’t want to sit in a large class – 1 to 1’s are available at no extra cost
Public Service employees, Armed Forces Serving or Veterans - generous 'veterans discount' always on offer
Please get in touch if you would like to attend or require more information.
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Trainer
Veterans / Defence / Blue Light discount available
Training Courses - more than 'just' first aid!
We can deliver a full range of First Aid courses, tailored to meet your specific need
Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3, 1 day course
First aid at Work Level 3, 3 day course
FA@W Re-qualification Level 3, 2 day course
Forestry +F courses
These courses are a requirement should you be working on Forestry Commission land
Emergency First aid at Work +F, level 3, 1 day course
First Aid at Work +F, level 3, 3 day course
Outdoor First Aid courses
These courses are designed for anyone working in the outdoor environment, particularly those working with groups in outdoor pursuits. If you require this type of course to obtain or maintain an instructor qualification - PLEASE double check that the course criteria meets that of your awarding body
Activity First aid, level 3, 1 day course
Emergency Outdoor First Aid, level 3, 1 day course
Outdoor First aid, level 3, 2 day course
Management of Catastrophic Bleeding courses
A stand alone module to help build your knowledge and understanding of how to deal with a life threatening catastrophic bleed
Catastrophic Bleeding Control, level 3, 3 hours
If you work in an industry where their is a high risk of injuries resulting in a catastrophic bleed (constructing, agriculture etc) occurring, then these EFAW and FAW courses are designed for you
Emergency First Aid at Work (Management of Catastrophic Bleeding), level 3, 1 days course
First Aid at Work (Management of Catastrophic Bleeding), level 3, 3 day course
First Aid Annual Refresher courses
Not compulsory, but recommended to help maintain your skills and knowledge
First aid (Annual Refresher) Level 3, 3 hours
Responding to Anaphylactic Reactions Level 3, 3 hours
Responding to Incidents with an AED, Level 3, 3 hours
Advanced First Aid - Pre Hospital care
Level 3 Award for First Responders
First Responder training course is a 4 day program designed for those first aiders that require a more advanced level of competence in first aid. The course is a mix of theory, practical demonstration and realistic scenarios
The First Responder course enables first aiders to enhance their level of medical capability to treat a casualty in a trauma or medical emergency. This qualification is highly sought after and is ideal for those working in any industry.
The training includes hands on experience with multiple casualty management and medical planning exercises, as well as a systematic approach to the management of trauma. The course includes practical medical scenarios based on potential threats and situations that may be encountered when operating in your chosen profession.
Accredited by QNUK and meets the requirements for the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
Administration of Emergency Oxygen
The Level 3 Award in Adminisatration of Emergency Oxygen (RQF) is made up of 1 unit. This unit will be assessed by a multiple choice question paper and practical observations and typically delivered over 3 contact hours with a further 2 hours self directed study prior to the course.
Administration of Emergency
Medical Gases
The Level 3 Award in Adminisatration of Emergency Medical Gases (RQF) is made up of 1 unit. This unit will be assessed by a multiple choice question paper and practical observations and is typically delivered over 6 contact hours with a further 2 hours self directed study prior to the course.
First Aid for Mental Health courses
Level 1 award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health RQF
Half day course
The learner will :
know what mental health is, why people develop mental health issues, and the role of a First Aider in mental health
know how to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a suspected mental health condition
know how to recognise and manage stress
know how to recognise a range of mental Health conditions.
Level 2 award in First Aid for Mental Health RQF
full day course
As per Level 1, plus
Understand the impact of substance abuse on mental health
Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place
know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace
Level 3 award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health RQF
two day course
As per Level 1 and 2, plus
Understand a range of mental health disorders and the support / therapy provided by professional healthcare providers
Skill Set Medical goes International
وغني عن تعيين المهارة "الطبية" الدولية
Recognised First Aid courses, and Trauma Modules such as Catastrophic Haemmorhage Control
معترف بها من دورات الإسعافات الأولية، و "الوحدات النمطية للصدمات" مثل كارثة هايمورهاجي التحكم
recently run in Baghdad, Iraq
to increase the skills and knowledge of locals and international team members
Please get in touch if you would like more information on our International courses
يرجى الحصول على اتصال إذا كنت تريد المزيد من المعلومات عن الدورات الدولية
About our founder
I've been involved in Nursing & First Aid; practice and instruction since 1987 and have experience in many spheres of healthcare: from Accident & Emergency trauma to working as ambulance crew on 999 callouts; working within the secure environment of a Category A prison to a typical hospital ward environment as well as hostile environments.
Experience:
An Army Veteran with 23 years experience within the Regular and Reserve Forces I have also worked in the NHS and Private Sector as a Nurse, Trainer and Manager.
Bill Anderson, RGN
Contact Us
Whether you have a question about what we do, would like to arrage some training or would like to arrange a professional service with Skill Set Medical, we would love to hear from you
UK: 0044 (0)7926 160727
IRAQ: 00 964 (0)7829 556027