The skills needed to work in schools: A guide for teachers and educational staff
Le 2024-04-19
In a dynamic school environment, student safety is an absolute priority. Whether on the playground, in the classroom or during extra-curricular activities, incidents can happen at any time. That’s why it’s essential that education staff, including teachers and support staff, are trained in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). In this article, we will highlight the importance of first aid training for school staff and present Impact Santé’s training programme adapted to the school environment.
In the school environment, teachers and educational staff are often the first to respond to a medical emergency. Having solid first aid skills enables them to react quickly and effectively to stabilise the situation while waiting for medical help to arrive.
As well as knowing how to react in an emergency, first aid training enables school staff to take preventive measures to reduce the risk of injury to pupils. This can include appropriate supervision during physical activities, food allergy management and accident prevention.
Showing pupils that school staff are trained in first aid reinforces a sense of safety and trust within the school. Pupils feel reassured that they are in safe hands in the event of an emergency.
Impact Santé offers a first aid training program specially designed to meet the needs of school staff. Here is an overview of the courses offered:
This course teaches participants cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), essential skills in the event of cardiac arrest.
This training module focuses on the recognition and management of food allergies, asthma attacks and other medical emergencies frequently encountered in the school environment.
Participants will learn basic first aid techniques, such as managing wounds, burns and trauma, as well as what to do if they lose consciousness.
This module enables participants to put their first aid skills into practice in realistic scenarios simulating common school emergencies.
In conclusion, first aid training is an essential part of preparing school staff to deal with medical emergencies in the school environment. By investing in first aid training, schools can create a safer environment for their students and build confidence in their ability to respond effectively in times of need. Impact Santé’s training programme provides teachers and educational staff with the skills and knowledge they need to respond proactively and professionally in the event of an emergency.
