Recovery Position First Aid course
Master the recovery position with paramedic-level precision. Learn when to use it, how to protect spine and airway, adapt for special cases, prevent complications, and hand over confidently to EMS—so you can safeguard breathing patients in critical moments.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This Recovery Position First Aid Course gives you clear, practical skills to protect an unconscious breathing person while waiting for emergency help. Learn rapid scene assessment, safe one- and two-person rolling techniques, and precise head, neck, and leg positioning. Master decision criteria, adaptions for special cases, continuous monitoring, and effective handover, while avoiding common errors and complications.
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Develop skills
- Master the recovery position: fast, safe one- and two-rescuer techniques.
- Judge when to use recovery position vs. CPR with clear, clinical decision steps.
- Protect airway and spine: optimal head, neck, and leg alignment to prevent aspiration.
- Monitor and hand off like a pro: structured checks and concise SBAR reporting.
- Control chaotic scenes: manage hazards, PPE, and bystanders until EMS arrives.
Suggested summary
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