This face-to-face course aims to help delegates develop the first aid skills needed to respond to a wide range of incidents that can occur during sporting activities.
It is designed to provide delegates with the knowledge and confidence to give an effective initial response to common sports-related injuries and medical emergencies.
What does the course cover?
This course covers the first aid skills and techniques needed to respond to injuries and medical emergencies that can happen during sporting activities.
Topics include:
- Adult resuscitation (CPR)
- Child resuscitation (CPR)
- Bone, muscle and joint injuries
- Chest pains
- Head Injuries
- Communication and casualty care
- Heat and cold extremes
- Managing a casualty outdoors
- Minor and severe bleeding
- Primary survey
- Role of the sports first aider
- Shock
- Unresponsive adult
- Unresponsive child
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for anyone involved in sporting activities who may need to provide first aid in the event of an injury or medical emergency.
It may be particualrly suitable for:
- Coaches
- Referees
- PE Teachers
- Players
- Volunteers
- Others supporting sporting activities
Course Entry Requirements
Delegates must have a goodunderstanding of written and spoken English to attend this course.
Support may be available for delegates whose first language is not English. As the level of support we can provide depends on the course and number of delegates requiring assistance, please contact our team on 0345 605 0006 before booking to discuss your requirements.
Course Availability
This course is also available as on-site training and can be delivered for groups at your premises. Please reach out to our team to discuss your training requirements on 0345 605 0006.
Successful delegates receive a St John Ambulance Certificate, valid for three years.
Important Information:
This course is designed for those in sporting activities and does not meet Health and Safety (HSE) requirements for becoming a qualified workplace first aider.
If you need to become a qualifed workplace first aider, we offer a range of workplace first aid courses accredited by St Johns Ambulance and City & Guilds. Please get in touch if you're unsure which course is right for you.
Basic Sports First Aid Course FAQs
About the Course
Q1. What is Sports First Aid?
Sports first aid is the immediate care given to someone who becomes injured or unwell during sporting activities. It aims to help manage sports-related injuries and medical emergencies until further medical assistance is available, if needed.
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Q2. Why is Sports First Aid Important?
Prompt first aid can help reduce the impact of injuries and medical emergencies during training sessions, matches and sporting events. Having trained people available can also help provide reassurance and support until further medical care arrives.
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Q3. What does the Basic Sports First Aid course cover?
CPR, managing bleeding, head injuries, bone, muscle and joint injuries, shock, chest pains, communication and casualty care, and responding to unresponsive casualties.
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Who Should Attend
Q4. Who is this course for?
Anyone involved in sporting activities who may need to respond to an injury or medical emergency. This can include coaches, referees, players, volunteers and those supporting sports clubs or teams.
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Q5. Does this course qualify me as a workplace first aider?
No. This course is designed specifically for sporting environments and does not meet Health and Safety (HSE) requirements for becoming a qualified workplace first aider. If you need further workplace first aid training, you can reach out to our team on 0345 605 0006.
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Q6. Do I need any previous first aid experience?
No previous first aid experience is required. The course is suitable for delegates who are new to sports first aid as well as those looking to refresh their knowledge.
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Q7. Are there any entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements. However delegates should have a basic understanding of written and spoken English. If you require additional support, please contact us before booking to discuss your requirements.
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How the Training Works
Q8. Is this course classroom-based or practical?
This is a face-to-face course delivered by one of our experienced trainers. It combines theory with practical first aid activities to help delegates develop skills that can be applied during sporting activities.
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Q9. Is lunch provided during the course?
Lunch is not provided so delegates are advised to bring their own lunch or make use of nearby facilities. Training centres are equipped with a kettle, microwave and fridge if needed.
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Q10. What should I bring on the day?
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing suitable for the course. If your training is taking place at one of our live operational venues, personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required. Please contact us before attending to confirm any PPE requirements for your chosen venue.
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Q11. Is there parking available at the training centre?
Most of our training venues offer free on-site parking, although spaces may be limited. You’ll receive full parking details, including What3Words navigation, once your booking is confirmed. Alternatively, you can find parking availability and other venue details on our Training Centres information page.
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Assessments & Certification
Q12. How is the course assessed?
Assessment is carried out through continuous observation by the trainer throughout the course.
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Q13. What certification will I receive?
Successful delegates receive a St John Ambulance certificate on completion of the course.
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Q14. How long is the certificate valid?
The St John Ambulance Basic Sports First Aid certificate is valid for three years. Refresher training is recommended before the certificate expires to help keep knowledge and skills up to date.
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Delegate Support & Accessibility
Q15. What support is available if I have additional needs or require adjustments?
At HSS Training, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment. If you’re neurodivergent, have a disability, have a specific learning need, or English isn’t your first language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
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Still Have Questions?
If you need further support please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
This face-to-face course aims to help delegates develop the first aid skills needed to respond to a wide range of incidents that can occur during sporting activities.
It is designed to provide delegates with the knowledge and confidence to give an effective initial response to common sports-related injuries and medical emergencies.
What does the course cover?
This course covers the first aid skills and techniques needed to respond to injuries and medical emergencies that can happen during sporting activities.
Topics include:
- Adult resuscitation (CPR)
- Child resuscitation (CPR)
- Bone, muscle and joint injuries
- Chest pains
- Head Injuries
- Communication and casualty care
- Heat and cold extremes
- Managing a casualty outdoors
- Minor and severe bleeding
- Primary survey
- Role of the sports first aider
- Shock
- Unresponsive adult
- Unresponsive child
Basic Sports First Aid Course FAQs
About the Course
Q1. What is Sports First Aid?
Sports first aid is the immediate care given to someone who becomes injured or unwell during sporting activities. It aims to help manage sports-related injuries and medical emergencies until further medical assistance is available, if needed.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q2. Why is Sports First Aid Important?
Prompt first aid can help reduce the impact of injuries and medical emergencies during training sessions, matches and sporting events. Having trained people available can also help provide reassurance and support until further medical care arrives.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q3. What does the Basic Sports First Aid course cover?
CPR, managing bleeding, head injuries, bone, muscle and joint injuries, shock, chest pains, communication and casualty care, and responding to unresponsive casualties.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Who Should Attend
Q4. Who is this course for?
Anyone involved in sporting activities who may need to respond to an injury or medical emergency. This can include coaches, referees, players, volunteers and those supporting sports clubs or teams.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q5. Does this course qualify me as a workplace first aider?
No. This course is designed specifically for sporting environments and does not meet Health and Safety (HSE) requirements for becoming a qualified workplace first aider. If you need further workplace first aid training, you can reach out to our team on 0345 605 0006.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q6. Do I need any previous first aid experience?
No previous first aid experience is required. The course is suitable for delegates who are new to sports first aid as well as those looking to refresh their knowledge.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q7. Are there any entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements. However delegates should have a basic understanding of written and spoken English. If you require additional support, please contact us before booking to discuss your requirements.
_________________________________________________________________________________
How the Training Works
Q8. Is this course classroom-based or practical?
This is a face-to-face course delivered by one of our experienced trainers. It combines theory with practical first aid activities to help delegates develop skills that can be applied during sporting activities.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q9. Is lunch provided during the course?
Lunch is not provided so delegates are advised to bring their own lunch or make use of nearby facilities. Training centres are equipped with a kettle, microwave and fridge if needed.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Q10. What should I bring on the day?
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing suitable for the course. If your training is taking place at one of our live operational venues, personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required. Please contact us before attending to confirm any PPE requirements for your chosen venue.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q11. Is there parking available at the training centre?
Most of our training venues offer free on-site parking, although spaces may be limited. You’ll receive full parking details, including What3Words navigation, once your booking is confirmed. Alternatively, you can find parking availability and other venue details on our Training Centres information page.
______________________________________________________________________________
Assessments & Certification
Q12. How is the course assessed?
Assessment is carried out through continuous observation by the trainer throughout the course.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q13. What certification will I receive?
Successful delegates receive a St John Ambulance certificate on completion of the course.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q14. How long is the certificate valid?
The St John Ambulance Basic Sports First Aid certificate is valid for three years. Refresher training is recommended before the certificate expires to help keep knowledge and skills up to date.
__________________________________________________________________________
Delegate Support & Accessibility
Q15. What support is available if I have additional needs or require adjustments?
At HSS Training, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment. If you’re neurodivergent, have a disability, have a specific learning need, or English isn’t your first language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Still Have Questions?
If you need further support please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for anyone involved in sporting activities who may need to provide first aid in the event of an injury or medical emergency.
It may be particualrly suitable for:
- Coaches
- Referees
- PE Teachers
- Players
- Volunteers
- Others supporting sporting activities
Course Entry Requirements
Delegates must have a goodunderstanding of written and spoken English to attend this course.
Support may be available for delegates whose first language is not English. As the level of support we can provide depends on the course and number of delegates requiring assistance, please contact our team on 0345 605 0006 before booking to discuss your requirements.
Course Availability
This course is also available as on-site training and can be delivered for groups at your premises. Please reach out to our team to discuss your training requirements on 0345 605 0006.
Successful delegates receive a St John Ambulance Certificate, valid for three years.
Important Information:
This course is designed for those in sporting activities and does not meet Health and Safety (HSE) requirements for becoming a qualified workplace first aider.
If you need to become a qualifed workplace first aider, we offer a range of workplace first aid courses accredited by St Johns Ambulance and City & Guilds. Please get in touch if you're unsure which course is right for you.
