First Aid Instructor and Assessor Training with PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
This course leads to a nationally recognised teaching qualification (PTLLS) and is tailored to meet the needs of anyone wanting to become a first aid instructor. The course combines the practical and theoretical elements required for the PTLLS qualification with specific focus on the effective delivery of first aid training.
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) is now the minimum requirement for instructors delivering training to adults in colleges or in any situation where a course attracts public funding. A number of recognised awarding bodies now use PTLLS as a minimum instructor standard for delivering their qualifications.
Course accreditation
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
Accredited by Edexcel. This level 3 or 4 award is a six credit qualification on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) and is equivalent to City and Guilds 7303.
The First Aid Instructor/Assessor Certificate
Accredited by First on Scene (HSE approval 01/01)
Qualifications needed to start
All delegates should hold a current First Aid at Work Certificate unless they are a registered paramedic, nurse or doctor. Potential first aid instructors will also need to have reasonable literacy skills i.e. the ability to read and interpret written tasks and to write answers in a legible and understandable form.
Overview
Our 5 day First Aid Instructor course combines theoretical first aid knowledge and practical teaching sessions, which help to develop the delegates’ ability and confidence. The course helps students understand how teaching methods affect learning and builds on their current experience.
During the course, students will be expected to deliver a number of micro teaching sessions. The subjects of the teaching sessions will be agreed at the start of the course, to allow a sufficient amount of preparation time.
On completion of the course students will be able to:
- Understand own role, responsibilities and boundaries in relation to teaching
- Understand appropriate teaching and learning approaches in first aid training
- Demonstrate lesson planning skills
- Understand how to deliver inclusive lessons that motivate learners
- Understand the use of different assessment methods and the need for record keeping
Assessment and Certification
The course consists of 36 hours contact teaching time, with an additional 30 hours of self-directed study.
To provide learners with sufficient time and the maximum amount of support for this home study element, we have specifically designed a split course that runs over two weeks.
A portfolio of work and evidence of practical first aid teaching skills will be assessed on completion. If the required standard is achieved an Edexcel Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) and a First Aid Instructor/Assessor certificate will be awarded.
Opportunities for progression
Once you have gained your PTLLS award, you are qualified to start teaching appropriate publicly funded courses in colleges, adult and community learning environments or for work-based learning organisations.
The PTLLS qualification can be used as credits towards the Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS) or Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS).
Open course dates
Open courses are run regularly throughout the year at a number of venues .
On site courses
'On site' training option is particularly cost effective to those who have several people requiring training at the same time (usually 4 or more people for instructor courses).
How to apply
Please contact our friendly Customer Service Team who will send you an application form for completion, which you should return to us with a deposit to secure your place on the course. As soon as we have received your application form and deposit we will send your joining instructions together with the course documentation.
More information:
First Aid Instructor Training - Why choose First On Scene
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First Aid Instructor and Assessor Training (Fast Track)
This course has been specifically designed for experienced teachers, instructors and trainers who want to become a qualified First Aid Instructor and Assessor.
First Aid Instructor Course Dates
Our open first aid instructor courses are run regularly throughout the year at a number of venues .
MOD Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC)
Information for MOD applicants wishing to access ECL funding for First Aid Instructor Courses.
Course Duration
36 hours of contact teaching (5 Days) and 30 hours of guided learning.
To provide new instructors with sufficient time and the maximum amount of support for the home study element, we have specifically designed a split course that runs over two weeks. For example:
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
Week 2: Thursday and Friday
Our PTLLS First Aid Instructor course normally takes place between 9.00am and 5.00 pm:
What is included?
- Exam Fees and Certificates
- Expert instruction
- All course materials
- Discounted rates on Manikins and First Aid Books
- On-going Instructor Support
- Lesson plans and PowerPoint presentations for common first aid courses