50 Plus First Aid Level 2 (VTQ) Training Videos

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Learn the types of First Aid you should know to help those aged 50 and Over. Perfect for families and those caring for others.

Introduction

Welcome to your 50 Plus First Aid level 2 course. We start this course by giving you an introduction about what to expect during the course. We talk about the common injuries in the elderly, and how and when you should call the medical professionals. You will then learn about keeping yourself fit and healthy, and the use of ID tags and bracelets.


Accidents, Prevention and Keeping Safe

In this section we talk about accidents, and what you can do to avoid them. You will learn about how to keep safe in an emergency situation, and also the use of gloves and first aid kits. Finally, you will learn about falls, and how they can be prevented.


Unconscious, Heart, CPR and Respiratory Problems

In this section you will learn about different scenarios you may come across. We teach you about the recovery position and fainting. You will then learn about heart conditions such as heart attacks, angina, atrial fibrillation and sudden cardiac arrest and CPR. We also talk about compressions, breaths and when to call for assistance.


Injury First Aid Skills

In this section you will learn about different injuries you may come across. We start by talking about bleeding and excessive blood loss. You will then learn about spinal injuries, breaks, fractures, and sprains, and also how to deal with shock. You will learn how to treat burns, eye injuries and also other minor injuries you may encounter such as blisters for example. Finally, we talk about head injuries.

Excessive Blood Loss

Excessive Blood Loss


02:09
English
Spinal Injury

Spinal Injury


02:20
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Shock

Shock


02:57
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Adult fractures

Adult fractures


03:08
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Burns and burn kits

Burns and burn kits


08:48
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Eye Injuries

Eye Injuries


03:26
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Minor Injuries

Minor Injuries


02:48
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Heat emergencies

Heat emergencies


02:14
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Cold emergencies

Cold emergencies


02:02
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Illness First Aid Skills

This section is all about illnesses. We start of by teaching you about strokes, and then we move onto diabetes. You will then learn more about breathing problems and asthma. In the final section, we teach you about allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.

Stroke

Stroke


04:20
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Diabetes

Diabetes


05:17
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Asthma Spacers

Asthma Spacers


01:11
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Sepsis

Sepsis


04:19
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Other First Aid Skills

In this penultimate section you will learn about first aid on children, and also first aid on pets.

First Aid on Children

First Aid on Children


01:59
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First Aid on Pets

First Aid on Pets


01:50
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Summary

Course Summary

Course Summary


02:41
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Course Details

Video Playtime

2 hours and 29 minutes

Captions

English

Instructor

Keith Sleightholm

Audio

English

50 Plus First Aid Level 2 (VTQ) at a Glance

  • Includes the latest CPR and Coronavirus recommendations
  • Learn first aid problems that can arise with the over 50's age range, whether you are over 50 or care for someone over 50
  • Ideal for families, parents or grandparents to help you save a life or help someone in need
  • Includes various injuries and illnesses that you may encounter
  • Follows the latest UK and European Resuscitation Council guidelines
  • Can be completed 100% online or contact us for a practical course locally
  • Includes child skills to make a comprehensive course
  • Endorsed by TQUK

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50 Plus First Aid Level 2 (VTQ)

2 hours and 29 minutes
English
£24.95 + VAT