Essential First Aid

Secure your free spot to learn core lifesaving skills for everyday emergencies.

Build the confidence to respond to everyday emergencies with this practical one-day Essential First Aid delivered by Red Cross.

You'll practice on manikins and work through realistic scenarios, building the confidence to act when someone near you needs help at your workplace, home, or out in the community.

This course is possible thanks to funding from Auckland Emergency Management.

On successful completion you will receive the Foundation First Aid Certificate which is valid for two years. 

Training will cover:

Life support essentials:

• CPR for adults, children, and infants

• Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

• Choking management for all ages

• Recovery position for unconscious casualties

• Primary assessment (checking for life-threatening conditions)

Common injuries and trauma:

• Life-threatening bleeding and shock management

• Burns and scalds

• Fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue injuries

• Poisoning

Medical emergencies:

• Heart attacks and cardiac emergencies

• Strokes and neurological events

• Diabetic emergencies and seizures

• Allergic reactions