Becoming a First Aid Responder (FAR) Instructor in Ireland
Updated: Oct 12
On June 1, 2018, the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) officially took over the responsibility for delivering first aid in the the work place. The First Aid Response (FAR) course was born with new educational and training standards. This course now serves as the national standard for first aid, replacing the previous system managed by the Occupational First Aid Assessment Agent (OFAAA/QQI).
The PHECC First Aid Response course is the standard for first aid in the workplace.
Understanding the New Standard
This shift to a new educational standard was met with enthusiasm from both instructors and students. Under the earlier OFAAA/QQI system, many students experienced significant anxiety due to evaluations by external instructors. The new PHECC framework aims to create a more supportive learning environment.
Requirements to Become an FAR Instructor
To become a PHECC First Aid Response Instructor in Ireland, you must meet specific criteria. Each prospective instructor must demonstrate proficiency in the PHECC First Aid Response level, and PHECC Cardiac First Response standard they plan to teach.
It is important to know to become a PHECC First Aid Response Instructor you must first qualify at level 1 PHECC Cardiac First Response Instructor before progressing to Level 2 PHECC First Aid Response.
You do not need to be a nurse or paramedic to teach the PHECC First Aid Response Course. However you do need to proceed through the PHECC process as listed below from level 1 to level 2. Exemptions apply to PHECC EMT / Paramedics & Responders who have provider level training which we can guide you on.
LEVEL 1 - PHECC Cardiac First Response Instructor
PHECC Cardiac First Response (CFR) Provider certificate 90€
PHECC Cardiac First Response (CFR) Instructor certificate 500€
LEVEL 2
PHECC First Aid Response (FAR) Provider 300€
PHECC First Aid Response (FAR) Instructor certificate 500€
What about the new PHECC Pediatric First Aid Course? How do i teach that?
In the coming months, a new pediatric first aid course will be launched into mainstream education. This marks an exciting new development with a new standard for training and education aimed at ensuring the safety of our children. To teach this course, one must be a PHECC First Aid Response instructor & PHECC Cardiac First Responder Instructor.
Training Locations
Our instructor training program is held in the elite training rooms in University College Cork. The program prepare students for teaching in this demanding industry. Our experienced instructors provide hands-on training and support, ensuring you gain the skills necessary and instructional methods for your students.
Why Choose PHECC Training?
PHECC training holds national recognition, allowing certified instructors to join a respected network. As an instructor, you can teach approved first aid standards in workplaces and to the general public. This certification will boost your credibility and provide access to numerous teaching opportunities.
The Importance of First Aid Training Instructors
First aid training is crucial for everyone. It equips individuals with the skills to respond effectively in emergencies for not only at work but at home. Having the ability to train students in your community or place of work save lives.
The days of standing reading powerpoint to students is over. Our team will teach you how to engage the students in a way they can never forget the training you give them.
Becoming a First Aid Response Instructor is a demanding but rewarding journey. It allows you to share vital skills with others and prepare them for what may come in the future. If you are passionate about helping people and want to make a difference, enrol in our instructor training program.
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