To become a First Aid Trainer at Scouts, you will need to complete Module 28 (Facilitating) and Module 29 (Presenting). You will also need a Full First Aid Certificate (at least 16 hours and from an accredited body).
We are continuing to trial a First Aid specific validation process for First Aid Trainers which makes it easier for Districts, Counties, Areas and Regions to recruit and train First Aiders in a timely fashion.
It allows potential trainers, who have the appropriate first aid qualification but not the training qualification, to help with delivery whilst being supervised and supported by a qualified Scout first aid trainer.
Validation of First Aid trainers is on the recommendation of a qualified Scout First Aid trainer, based on their observation of them helping to deliver the training and meeting the appropriate criteria.
The criteria for Modules 28 and 29 for First Aid Trainers can be summarised as:
Module 28 - Facilitating
- Deliver a first aid training session supported by an experienced Facilitator
- Discuss how the session went, reflecting on any improvements or adaptions that might be made in the future with particular reference to:
- Relating to others in a learning session
- Communicating effectively in a learning session
- Working with individuals and in small groups
- Helping individuals to solve their own problems
External first aid courses
Learners can attend first aid courses provided by an external provider as an alternative to a First Response Certificate, as long as the course is set by a regulated body, and covers the Scouts First Response criteria, recognition and length requirements.
Module 29 - Presenting:
- Deliver a first aid training session supported by an experienced Presenter
- Discuss how the presentation went and reflect on any improvements or adaptions that might be made in the future with particular reference to:
- Whether the objectives of the presentation were met
- The learning methods used
- Resources and tools used to enhance the experience
- Collection and use of feedback
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