Basic course for first aid standby volunteers

Course introduction

The aim of the training is for participants to gain a basic understanding of how the Red Cross first aid standby services operate and what the quality guidelines require of a standby volunteer. Participants will gain a solid foundation in providing first aid following various medical emergencies or accidents as part of first aid standby service activities. Participants' motivation for continuous practice is strengthened.

Target group

The training is aimed at volunteers who wish to work in first aid standby services. Active first aid group members who are at least 16 years of age and wish to become first aid standby volunteers may apply for the course.

Learning objectives

Participants must hold a valid FRC First Aid Course EA1®. The course may also be taken by volunteers who have been away from standby service activities for a period of time and wish to update their skills.

Certificate

Credit-rated Sivis training model: The training is credit-rated, with a scope of 3.5 credits. Credit-rated certificates are issued by Study Centre Sivis, and the completion entries to the Sivis study register are submitted by the district or local branch that organised the training. Through the Sivisverkko study register, you can view your own information and print your own certificates if you have identified yourself in Sivisverkko. Identification can be done, for example, using your own online banking credentials.

Delivery methods

The contact teaching component of the training is 40 hours in duration and consists of both remote and in-person study. The detailed scheduling and delivery method of the course varies slightly by region. In addition, an online training module is completed independently.

Trainers

The course may be delivered by Red Cross first aid group activity volunteer trainers.

Training material languages

Training materials are available in Finnish and Swedish.

Upcoming training courses

The practical organisation of the course is the responsibility of the Red Cross district. You can find all upcoming first aid activity training courses in Oma Punainen Risti.

Trainer materials

Available to volunteer trainers in the material bank.