Level 2 Emergency First Aid for Drivers (CPC)

Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid for Drivers (CPC)

This course is designed for drivers who require a recognised first aid qualification as part of their Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training. It provides practical first aid skills and essential knowledge to support the role of an emergency first aider in a driving or low risk work environment.

The training meets the requirements for periodic Driver CPC hours and can also be upgraded to an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification with an additional formal assessment and multiple choice test.

Course Overview

• Qualification title: Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid for Drivers (CPC)

• Abbreviated name: Driver CPC

• Type: CPC recognised periodic training

• Guided learning hours: 7

• Maximum class size: 12 learners per trainer

• Certificate validity: 3 years

• Upgrade option: Can be converted to Emergency First Aid at Work with formal assessment and theory test

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for:

• Professional drivers of HGVs, vans or passenger vehicles

• Individuals completing periodic Driver CPC hours

• Employers in the transport and logistics sector

• Anyone working in a low risk environment who needs a recognised first aid certificate

Learning Outcomes

Learners will gain practical understanding and confidence in the following areas:

1. Role and responsibilities of a first aider

• Understanding the duties of a first aider

• Preventing cross-infection

• Gaining consent to provide first aid

• Identifying essential equipment and its safe use

2. Assessing an incident

• Conducting a scene survey

• Performing a primary survey of a casualty

• Knowing when and how to call for help

3. Managing an unresponsive casualty who is breathing

• Checking consciousness and breathing

• Placing a casualty in the recovery position

• Managing a seizure

4. Managing an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing

• Recognising when to start CPR

• Demonstrating CPR using a mannequin

• Understanding CPR modifications for children

5. Assisting a choking casualty

• Identifying partial and complete airway obstruction

• Delivering appropriate first aid to a choking person

6. Managing bleeding

• Recognising and controlling severe external bleeding

7. Managing shock

• Identifying signs of shock

• Providing appropriate first aid care

8. Treating minor injuries

• Caring for small cuts, bruises, grazes, burns, scalds and splinters

Assessment

There is no formal assessment for the CPC version of this qualification. Learners are observed throughout the session to ensure full participation and understanding.

For those wishing to obtain the Emergency First Aid at Work qualification, the following are required:

• A multiple choice question paper

• Observation based practical assessment

Course Fee

• £95.00 per candidate (including VAT)

• Discounts available for group bookings

How to Book

To register or enquire about group training, contact Eastend Training:

Phone: 020 7096 1188
Support: WhatsApp and phone support on 07539 316742

Ensure you are confident, compliant and prepared. Book your CPC Emergency First Aid course today.