IMPORTANT NOTICE
We are dealing with an unprecedented demand for First Response training this term, if you require First Response training but are unable to book a place on a course please register on our waiting lists, we are doing our best to prioritise and where possible adding additional places. You can also do the blended learning model and attend the 10A zoom courses run by Hampshire (see details below).
In order to offer flexible training for our volunteers we are offering two pathways for First Response training:
- Full day course – six hour face-to-face course;
- Blended model – online and practical training over three sessions.
Scouts – click this link for First Response Delivery Methods.
Full day course (single session)
To take part in a full day (six hours) course, book a place via the Training diary. Courses take place in different venues across the county and are usually limited to 12 participants per course.
Blended model (three sessions)
Module 10A – part 1 (e-learning course)
The e-learning module is the first of the two theory modules, the course will take around 2.5 hours. The course is now hosted on the Scouts Membership ‘My learning’ page.
Click here for First Response e-learning.
This e-learning should be completed prior to the trainer led session (see below).
Module 10A – part 2 (online trainer led course delivered by Zoom)
The second of the First Response theory courses, is the 3-hour trainer led component delivered by Hampshire Scouts over Zoom.
Click here for availability and booking information.
On completion of the course please forward your certificate to the County Office ([email protected]) so your training can be recorded.
Module 10B – part 3 (practical delivered by Berkshire Scouts trainers)
A short face-to-face practical session (approx 30 minutes) to validate the practical elements of the training. This will include CPR, recovery position, and the opportunity to discuss with the trainer anything you are unsure about. Module 10A (parts 1 and 2) must be completed prior to attending this training.
Courses can be booked via the Training Diary.
On completion, your First Response training will be validated and added to the Scouts Membership system. The First Response certificate will be valid for three years.
The following table is a summary of the ‘blended model’:
| Theory part 1 | Required | e-learning | Link to e-learning session (approx 3 hours) |
| Theory part 2 | Required | Hampshire Scouts trainer led Zoom course (10A) | Click here to book |
| Practical part 3 | Required | Practical (10B) | Book via Training Diary |
Using external First Aid training
Any external first aid course that is delivered by a regulated First Aid training provider can be considered as a suitable alternative to First Response.
All certificates must be reviewed by a county First Aid trainer to check it covered the full First Response syllabus. If the external certificate did not cover an element of the syllabus (for example adult or child CPR or adult and childhood illnesses) volunteers may be asked to complete an e-learning course and/or attend a short (30 minute) CPR practical session.
Please email a copy of your certificate, along with a course syllabus (if available) to the County Office ([email protected]).
Scouts – click this link for Using External First Aid Learning.
If you have any queries please contact:
County Administrator