first aid AND PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY CARE
first aid AND PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY CARE
Irish Heart Foundation Heartsaver course
Accredited CPR and AED training for workplaces, community groups and organisations.
3.5 hours | Irish Heart Foundation certified | In-person/Online
Nationwide across Ireland
Course overview
The Irish Heart Foundation Heartsaver course is designed for individuals and groups who need the skills and confidence to respond to cardiac emergencies using CPR and an automated external defibrillator (AED).
This course follows Irish Heart Foundation guidelines and focuses on practical, hands-on learning to ensure participants can act quickly and effectively in an emergency situation.
It is suitable for workplaces, voluntary organisations, community groups and members of the public.
Who this course is for
- Workplace staff and safety representatives
- Community and voluntary organisations
- Sports clubs and local groups
- Members of the public
- Anyone responsible for AED use
No previous first aid experience is required.
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
- Recognising cardiac emergencies
- Scene safety and emergency response
- CPR for adults, children and infants
- Safe and effective AED use
- Choking response
- Stroke recognition
- Managing breathing and respiration
- Use of aspirin in cardiac emergencies (where appropriate)
Training is practical, engaging and scenario-based.
Why choose First Aid Coaching
- Irish Heart Foundation accredited training
- Experienced instructors with real emergency care backgrounds
- Clear, practical and scenario-based delivery
- Nationwide in-person training with online options available
- Suitable for workplaces, community groups and voluntary organisations
- Strong focus on confidence, competence and safe AED use
Training is delivered in a structured, engaging format that ensures participants leave with practical skills they can apply immediately in real-life emergency situations.
Certification and standards
On successful completion, participants receive an Irish Heart Foundation Heartsaver certificate. Certification recognised nationwide, aligned with Irish Heart Foundation guidelines. Certificate validity as per IHF standards