First Aid/Medical Training Services - Mark The Medic

First Aid & Medical Training Courses Presented by: Mark Davis FRSPH, FRSA, ASET. Registered Clinical Trainer, Assessor and IQA.

Tel: 07710 529845 Email: Mark@MarkTheMedic.com www.markthemedic.com

Dear Learner, For many years I have provided a range of training services for both professional and personal use. I am a fully qualified and registered trainer, assessor and internal quality assurer. I hold full medical malpractice and public liability insurance and enhanced DBS. All of the courses detailed in this brochure can be provided at your location or at my training Centre located in Berkshire. All courses are relaxed, engaging and fun.

The aim being to not only provide the knowledge to cope with emergencies but also the confidence to deal with them. I am very happy to prepare and deliver bespoke courses/classes to meet your individual needs.

Please feel free to contact me at anytime to discuss your training requirements.

Kind regards Mark Davis FRSPH, FRSA, ASET. Registered Clinical Trainer & Assessor www.markthemedic.com

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Parent & Family First Aid Training Who is your families first aider right now?

At work we all have first aiders but at home, in the car, on holiday and days out it is you. First Aid training for parents and family members is essential.

I have developed this short 2hr course to provide information on how to cope with first aid and medical emergencies in the home. The course has become very popular and is provided for Health Visitors, Midwives, NCT groups and families & friends in their home. A typical course will last 2hrs, topics covered include: •Making an effective 999 call •Managing an unconscious Child & Baby •Child & Baby Resuscitation •Choking •Head Injuries •Febrile Convulsions & Seizures •Any other topics you would like covered.

The course is fun, relaxed and informative, you will have a good time!

It has been enjoyed by hundreds of parents and families so far.

The aim of this course is to provide you with basic information that you can remember, it will also give you lots of confidence to cope with emergencies.

The course can be run in your home or at a venue of your choice.

Please feel free to contact me at any time to discuss your training requirements.

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Anaphylaxis & Auto Injector Training Having completed The Anaphylaxis Train The Trainer course accredited by The Royal College of Nursing (Cert no 088327) I can provide training for both family and professional use.

Anaphylaxis Management and Emergency Care (2hr) This 2hr course is suitable for all who have a professional responsibility for Adults or Children who have the potential to have an Anaphylactic reaction. Topics covered during the course include: Introduction to allergies and types of reaction Developing individual care plans Recognition of minor and major reactions Emergency action plans Management of an unconscious casualty Resuscitation Use of Auto injectors (practical session with trainer pens)

Anaphylaxis in the family Course Recently I have provided training for families in their home that have a child or adult who has had prescribed an autoinjector. In this case it is important that the family feel confident in the use of the device and are also aware of what to do if the device doesn’t have the desired result. Topics covered are similar to those covered on the above professional use course but are delivered for family use in mind.

The normal duration of the session is about 2hrs and the course can be run in your home or at your setting.

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Epilepsy, Seizure and Rescue Medication Training (Professional Use) Epilepsy Emergency Care and Buccal Midazolam / Buccolam and/or Rectal Diazepam Administration for Professional Use. 1 Day Course (Shorter sessions available depending on your requirements) This course provides detailed information on Epilepsy Emergency Care and the administration of Rectal Diazepam and/or Buccal Midazolam. The course meets the requirements of the Joint Epilepsy Council standards.

Topics covered include: Epilepsy Facts, Basic Life Support, Causes of Epilepsy, Seizure Classification, Partial Seizures, Generalised Seizures, Seizure Management, Triggers & Precipitants, Anti-Epileptic Medications (AED’s), Use of Rectal Diazepam & Buccal Midazolam, Contra-Indications / Cautions, Procedure for Administration and Ethical Issues. Causes of Epilepsy, Seizure Classification, Triggers & Precipitants, Anti-Epileptic Medications (AED’s), SUDEP, Use of Rectal Diazepam & Buccal Midazolam, Contra-Indications / Cautions, Procedure for Administration and Ethical Issues.

During the course, there will be practical sessions on The Recovery Position, Resuscitation, Buccal Midazolam and/or Rectal Diazepam administration.

Epilepsy, Seizure and Rescue Medication Training (Family Use) Epilepsy Awareness for Families (2hr) For many families, finding out that a relative has been diagnosed with Epilepsy can be a time of worry and concern. I have worked with many families to provide the course detailed below. The aim of this course is to provide knowledge and reassurance in coping with the condition. The course is informal and delivered in a very relaxed way.

Topics covered include: What is Epilepsy Types of Epilepsy and Seizure Developing a Care Plan Managing Medicines Recognising and Emergency First aid for Seizures Basic Life Support and The Recovery Position Epilepsy film Presentation Use of Rectal Diazepam or Buccal Midazolam During the course, there will be practical sessions on The Recovery Position, Resuscitation, Buccal Midazolam and/or Rectal Diazepam administration.

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Basic Life Support and Defibrillator Training We are all aware of the requirements of Continual Professional Development (CPD) for Health Care professionals.

To meet this need I am able to deliver the following courses.

Basic Life Support For Dental and Medical Practitioners and Nurses This 2hr course (verifiable CPD) is very popular, the session is suitable for all clinical and non-clinical staff. No previous training is required.

Topics covered include: Assessment of an Unresponsive Patient Managing an Unconscious Patient Adult / Paediatric Resuscitation including the use of your practice equipment Oxygen therapy Anaphylaxis & Auto-Injector training Use of emergency drugs

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Emergency First Aid at Work 1 Day Course HSE Compliant The 1 day EFAW course is designed for staff members who are required to manage an emergency in the workplace.

Topics covered include: • Understand the role of the first aider including reference to the use of available equipment and the need for recording incidents and actions; • Understand the importance of basic hygiene in first aid procedures; • Assessing the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency; • Demonstrate how to administer first aid safely, promptly and effectively to a casualty who is unconscious and/or in seizure; • Demonstrate how to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation promptly and effectively; • Demonstrate how to administer first aid safely, promptly and effectively to a casualty who is wounded or bleeding and/or in shock; • Administer first aid safely, promptly and effectively to a casualty who is choking; • Provide appropriate first aid for minor injuries.

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First Aid at Work 3 Day Course HSE Compliant The 3 Day FAW course is designed for those who wish to act as a qualified first aider in the workplace.

Topics covered during the course include: • The ability to act safely and effectively when an accident occurs • The treatment and priorities of care for an unconscious patient • Recognition of cardiac arrest and delivery of Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) • Treatment of casualty who is bleeding (use of bandages and slings) • Treatment of choking patient • Recognition and treatment of shock • Simple record keeping following an accident at work • How to provide care for patients who have: • Suffered burns or scalds • Broken or injured bones, muscles, joints • Suffered poisoning • Suffered injury to the eye • Signs and symptoms of a number of serious illnesses including, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, Anaphylaxis etc • Suffered extreme temperature changes

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Managing Medical Conditions in Schools and Early Years Settings Supporting Children in Schools and Early Years settings with medical conditions is now a regular activity for staff. The two courses detailed below will assist in providing best practice in managing the conditions and carrying out procedures when required.

Supporting Pupils in School – 1 day course This course follows the guidance issued by The Department for Education, Sept 2014. Topics covered include: Roles and Responsibilities Developing Policies and Implementation Healthcare Plans Staff Training and Support Child self management Managing Medicines and Record Keeping Emergency Procedures and use of Inhalers and Auto Injectors Common Medical Conditions, Asthma, Epilepsy, Anaphylaxis & Diabetes Any other topics required.

This course is suitable for all Schools and all staff. No previous First Aid / Medical training is required.

Supporting Children in Early Years Settings – 1 day course This course covers similar topics to the above course but also follows the guidance from the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. This course is aimed at all those who care for EYFS aged children.

Both courses can be run at your location for group bookings.

Please contact me to discuss your specific training requirements.

Security and Door Supervisor First Aid/Emergency Care Training The Door Supervisor / Security Emergency Care Course is designed specifically for officers working in the public sector including licensed premises. The 1 day course meets the requirements of the Emergency First Aid at Work Course and will include additional topics appropriate to this industry. A certificate valid for 3 years will be awarded at the end of the course.

Topics Include: • The role of the first aider including reference to the use of available equipment and the need for recording incidents and actions • Understanding the importance of basic hygiene in first aid procedures • Assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency • Management of the Unconscious Casualty • Resuscitation • Wounds, Bleeding and Shock • Airway Obstructions • First aid for minor injuries • Anaphylaxis • Drug and Alcohol Intoxication • Stab & Gunshot Wounds • Use of site resuscitation equipment including AED if required • Any other topics requested

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Bespoke Course Design and Delivery Service If you have a specific training requirement, I am very happy to work with you to design and deliver a course to meet your requirements. Either as an awareness session or a regulated qualification I will provide the perfect course for your learners.

Please contact to discuss anytime.

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