About this course
Practical Hands on First Aid for the Equestrian Industry. Please get in touch for your 50% discount code.
If you are on one of the BHS Advanced Career Pathway’s (ACP) you will need to complete the blended BHS course or an initial FAW
Otherwise if you are not on the ACP, you work within the equestrian industry as a self employed trainer or a voluntary role such as the Riding for the Disabled RDA then this course covers the basics.
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All courses are delivered, evaluated and quality assured to meet the new guidelines set out by the HSE in October 2020 and meet the requirements of the First Aid at Work (First Aid) regulations 1981 and subsequent changes.
What to expect and how to prepare for your classroom training.
On arrival, you will be given a debrief. Hand sanitiser, training props, individual manikins, and everything you need for the course is provided. Come with an open mind and burning questions.
Our instructors are experienced in creating and facilitating a non-judgemental and entertaining learning environment. We encourage participants to take away this attitude into their own lives following the training. All learners are made to feel safe and included, and we often see the group bond as a result.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring some photo ID, as is required in order to validate this award.
You may wish to bring a notebook for any additional notes. Covid-19 secure refreshments are complementary throughout the training, but we do ask you to bring your own favourite mug, and your lunch. There is ample fridge space fast food outlets and supermarkets close by. We have everything else covered.
We are also fully aware of the anxiety that many students have over coming into a public space. There is a lot to think about which we have already thought about. You are in safe hands.
Anything else?
Your instructor will send you an e mail a couple of days prior to the classroom training, so that you have their contact details should you be running late, or have additional accessibility requirements.
This course can also be delivered on site at a reduced group fee (subject to our risk assessment)