SP-230802: Intermediate First Aid Responder

Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder

SP-230802 | NQF Level 3 | Credits 5

This Qualification can be customized to fit your requirements/schedule

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Platform:
In-class
QCTO Recognized Training Provider – Prospen Africa
Revised and Updated:
18 September 2026
Date Venue Duration
Available on Request Sandton, Gauteng 2 Days

Course Introduction

Emergencies can happen suddenly, and prompt, skilled first aid can be the difference between life and death. The Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder programme builds directly on Basic Emergency First Aid, equipping responders with the knowledge and practical skills to handle medical, trauma and environmental emergencies effectively — stabilising patients, preventing further injury, and supporting both the patient and their family until advanced medical care arrives.

 

This intermediate-level course enhances the quality of emergency care by preparing learners to act confidently as Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responders: providing life-saving treatment, managing incident scenes, coordinating with emergency services, and offering patient and family support in both workplace and community settings.

Course Duration

2 Days

Entry Requirements

Skills Certificate: Basic Emergency First Aid Responder, NQF Level 2 (SP-230801).

Course Objectives

On completing this Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder programme, learners will be able to:

  • Assess and secure the safety of an incident scene, and evaluate patient conditions within their scope of practice
  • Provide intermediate life support, including CPR and AED use, and conduct secondary assessments for life-threatening conditions
  • Administer appropriate wound care within the scope of practice
  • Deliver intermediate first aid for a range of medical emergencies
  • Manage common environmental emergencies, such as hypothermia and hyperthermia
  • Safely hand over patients to advanced medical personnel, ensuring accurate documentation
  • Communicate effectively with patients, their families, and other stakeholders

Perform post-incident clean-up and recovery procedures

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Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Module 1: Principles of Intermediate First Aid
  • Importance of intermediate first aid
  • ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation
  • Role and limits of a First Aid Responder
  • Legal and ethical considerations
  • Personal safety and PPE

Module 2: Applying First Aid
  • Ensure scene safety
  • Assess and monitor patient condition
  • Communicate with patients, bystanders and emergency services
  • Hand over to medical personnel
  • Record and report incidents
  • Post-incident clean-up

Module 3: Basic Anatomy & Physiology
  • Overview of the major body systems: respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, musculoskeletal, integumentary, gastrointestinal and genitourinary.

Module 4: Emergency Recognition & Management
  • Primary and secondary assessments
  • Manage bleeding, shock, burns and trauma
  • CPR, AED and choking management
  • Care for unconscious patients
  • Respond to cardiac, stroke, diabetic, allergic, seizure, asthma, thermal, poisoning and water emergencies
  • Reduce communicable disease risks

Module 5: Practical Skills
  • Scene assessment and hazard management
  • CPR and AED for all ages
  • Recovery position for unconscious patients
  • Treat traumatic and medical emergencies effectively

Certification

Learners who successfully complete the programme will be eligible to write the FISA examination. Upon passing, they will be awarded a Certificate of Competence along with a Statement of Results, both aligned with QCTO standards.

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FAQs – Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder

Develop intermediate first aid responder skills covering patient assessment, CPR, emergency care, injury management, scene safety, and workplace first aid procedures.

What is the Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder Skills Programme?
The SP-230802 Intermediate First Aid Responder Skills Programme is an NQF Level 3 programme with 5 credits, designed to develop intermediate skills for managing medical, trauma and environmental emergencies.
Who should attend the Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder programme?
The programme is suitable for designated workplace first aiders, safety representatives, site supervisors, emergency response team members and employees working in moderate- to high-risk environments.
What topics are covered in the Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder programme?
Topics include scene safety, patient assessment, CPR and AED use, wound care, bleeding, shock, burns, trauma, choking, unconscious patients, medical emergencies and environmental emergencies.
What are the entry requirements for the Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder programme?
Learners should have completed the Basic Emergency First Aid Responder Skills Programme at NQF Level 2 before enrolling for the Intermediate First Aid Responder programme.
Does the Intermediate First Aid Responder programme include practical training?
Yes. The programme includes practical activities covering scene assessment, hazard management, CPR and AED use for all ages, recovery positioning and the treatment of medical and traumatic emergencies.
How is the Intermediate First Aid Responder programme assessed?
Learners who successfully complete the programme become eligible to write the Final Integrated Summative Assessment (FISA). Successful candidates receive a Certificate of Competence and Statement of Results aligned with QCTO standards.

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