first aid AND PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY CARE
first aid AND PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY CARE
Cardiac First Response (Community)
PHECC-accredited CPR and AED training
for community groups and organisations
4 hours 15 minutes | PHECC certified |In-person / On-site
Nationwide across Ireland
Course overview
The Cardiac First Response (Community) course is designed for individuals involved in community groups, voluntary organisations, workplaces and educational settings who may be required to respond to a cardiac emergency.
The programme is delivered in accordance with PHECC guidelines and focuses on the early recognition of cardiac arrest, effective CPR and the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Training is highly practical and scenario-based, ensuring participants can respond calmly, confidently and effectively while awaiting emergency services.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for:
- Community and voluntary groups
- Sports clubs
- Workplace teams
- Schools and colleges
- Organisations with AEDs installed on site
No previous first aid experience is required.
Outstanding medical expertise, delivered in a clear and engaging way
Their knowledge of the medical world is simply outstanding and 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 competence in:
- The Chain of Survival
- Role and responsibilities of a responder
- Adult CPR practice
- Adult foreign body airway obstruction
- AED operation and safety
- Cardiac arrest scenarios
- Child CPR practice
- Child foreign body airway obstruction
- Infant CPR practice
- Infant foreign body airway obstruction
- Heart attack recognition
- Stroke recognition
- Recovery position
- Infection prevention and control
- Critical incident stress management
- Team concepts, handover and documentation
Training is supportive, practical and aligned with national clinical standards.
Entry requirements
There are no formal educational entry requirements.
Participants are recommended to be 16 years of age or older.
Why choose First Aid Coaching
- PHECC-approved CFR training provider
- Experienced emergency care instructors
- Highly practical, scenario-based learning
- Nationwide delivery
- Accessible and supportive approach
Certification and standards
On successful completion, participants receive the PHECC Cardiac First Response – Community certificate, valid for two years.
Training is delivered by PHECC-approved instructors in line with current national clinical guidance.