Accidents and injuries almost always occur unexpectedly.
It is essential for every South African citizen and resident to possess basic emergency help skills.
These skills are obtained by taking first aid courses that are offered by different institutions across the country.
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Usually, it includes all the interventions that are taken pending professional medical help.
Examples of emergency help are cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and bandage utility.
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To become one, you take a first aid course from an accredited institution.
Different institutions offer instruction in first aid.
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The fees vary depending on the institution and the category of emergency care you choose to study.
There are basic courses, while others are advanced.
These are some of thebest institutionswhere it’s possible for you to acquire skills and knowledge in emergency care.
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St Johns first aid training
St John offers emergency help courses Johannesburg and globally.
The organisation is involved in many South African community projects and offers different levels of instruction.
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The amount varies depending on the skills you need.
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ER24 Training Academy
ER24 Training Academywas previously offering commercial emergency care courses to corporate and individuals.
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Today, these courses are provided by ER24s service provider, 24 Training.
National first aid academy
The NFAA was founded to provide quality education in emergency assistance.
It has various centres across South Africa.
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The cost begins from R550 per person, and the Department of Labour guides the duration of teaching.
There are relevant manuals and in-house training for all levels.
Upon completion of training, one is issued with a certificate.
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How long is a first aid certificate valid for in South Africa?
The validity of the NFAA certificate is 3 years.
Before qualifying for education to become a paramedic officer, one must have completed all the other levels.
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The certified trainers can come to your home or place of work to teach.
Medical Education Centre
Medical Education Centreoffers first aid training Cape Town.
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The education is provided regularly and at competitive prices.
Teaching is done in Afrikaans, English or other African languages.
All the courses meet SAQA standards and are accredited by the Department of Labour.
The certificate remains valid for three years.
BLS Medical
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BLS Medical offersfirst aid courses Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, and East London.
It is accredited both nationally and internationally, and the BLS certificate is acceptable internationally.
Pulse Point
Pulse Point has been offering emergency assistance training for over a decade now.
Both traditional learning and blended learning are offered in this Gauteng-based institution.
All instructions are per the Resuscitation Council of South Africa.
These courses are updated regularly to ensure that the highest training standards are met.
The trainers can travel across the country to meet your needs.
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The South African First Aid League
This is a non-profit organisation that has been offering training since 1935.
Its headquarters is in Centurion, and the certified staff members offer the training at your convenience.
The institution is registered with the Department of Labour and is accredited by HWSETA.
The qualified staff members impart skills and knowledge to both corporate bodies and individuals.
The courses offered include level 1, 2 and 3.
All the courses are interactive.
First Aid Counts
First Aid Counts offers competitive courses.
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One facilitator serves a maximum of 15 learners.
The courses include levels 1, 2 and 3, CPR, and emergency help for sports injuries.
Having basic emergency care skills is necessary for each South African.
To obtain these skills, one must take and complete first aid courses.
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