Introductory Emergency Canine First Aid (three hours)

This course is for individuals who would like to learn about canine first aid and the steps you take in a first aid emergency. Our Canine First Aid course is a great way to understand some of the basic measures that can be put into action. On completion of the course, you will be issued with a College certificate.

Please be aware that you will be contacted up to a week before your course is due to take place to confirm where to meet.

You should have a genuine interest in dogs and should be keen to establish an understanding of canine first aid. Opportunity will be provided to practise certain procedures.

• First aid procedures including scene assessment and barrier use
• CPR
• Choking
• Control of serious bleeding and bandaging
• Shock management
• Spinal injury management and stabilisation of fractures
• Normal values: temperature, pulse, respiration

The course entails on-site attendance at Broomfield Hall, with theory, videos and practical learning on:

• Scene assessment
• CPR
• TPR
• Bandaging

You will be required to supply your own:

• Sensible closed-toe flat footwear
• Sensible clothing
• Writing materials
• Refreshments

Assessment is by observation of your practical performance throughout the day

Derby College Group offers a range of one-day, weekend and evening courses relating to Animal Care, as well as a wide variety of other land-based topics – please see the Derby College Group Part-time Prospectus for a full list and details.

For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk