Geriatric Care Assistant: First Aid Course
This course equips geriatric care assistants with vital first aid skills for emergencies common in older adults. Participants gain confidence in handling falls, choking incidents, vital signs monitoring, scene safety, clear communication with patients and families, precise documentation, and effective teamwork. Through practical, focused training, learners develop the ability to respond swiftly and safely, ensuring better outcomes in healthcare settings for the elderly population.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills in geriatric first aid, covering rapid assessment of falls and emergencies, safe patient positioning, spinal and hip precautions, modified choking relief methods, scene safety protocols, and effective communication. The course emphasises accurate documentation, collaborative teamwork, legal considerations, and thorough post-incident follow-up, all delivered via concise, hands-on training tailored for care assistants working with older adults.
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Develop skills
- Geriatric fall response: perform AIRS checks, immobilize safely, and report clearly.
- Choking first aid for elders: adapt thrusts, back blows, and CPR with confidence.
- Vital signs and neuro checks: spot shock, hip fracture signs, and red-flag changes.
- Emergency communication: calm older adults, families, and teams under pressure.
- Incident documentation: chart events, handovers, and follow-up care with precision.
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