First aid

The FA Launches Introduction to First Aid in Football Course

The online course will help you to grow your knowledge and understanding of first aid in football.

Suitable for anyone involved in the grassroots game, the new Introduction to First Aid in Football course will help you to develop your knowledge and build confidence in providing medical care for players at all levels.

The course is split into six online modules, and each module will include a range of checklists, manuals, videos to help assist with your learning. The six modules are:

Module 1:
Introduction
Module 2: The A-E Approach
Module 3: Delivering CPR
Module 4: Medical Emergencies
Module 5: Concussion in Football
Module 6: Assessment

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate that will remain valid for three years. You can further enhance your knowledge by progressing onto the FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football should you wish.

The course will last for approximately two hours, and the minimum age you'll need to be to complete the course is 16 years old.

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