Program Overview

University Program Information

The University College Dublin (UCD) offers various programs and courses for students and staff.

About UCD

UCD is a university that provides a range of academic programs, research opportunities, and support services for its students and staff.

Colleges

UCD has several colleges, including:

• UCD College of Arts and Humanities
• UCD College of Business
• UCD College of Engineering and Architecture
• UCD College of Health and Agricultural Sciences
• UCD College of Science
• UCD College of Social Sciences and Law

Research and Innovation

UCD is committed to research and innovation, with various initiatives and support services available for researchers.

Courses

UCD offers a range of courses, including:

• Biosafety Training
• Chemical Safety Training
• Cryogenic Safety Training
• Fieldwork Safety Training
• Fire Extinguisher/ Fire Safety Course
• Fire Marshal Training
• First Aid Response Training Course
• First Aid Response Refresher Course
• Heartsaver CPR/AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Training
• Ionising Radiation Safety
• Manual Handling
• Nanomaterials Safety
• Risk Assessment
• Safety Induction Training

First Aid Response Training Course

The First Aid Response Training Course is a 3-day certified course that aims to equip staff with the necessary skills to administer first aid in the workplace.

Objectives

The objectives of the course include:

• First aid in the workplace
• Respiratory emergencies
• Cardiac first response, including Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use
• Wounds and bleeding
• Altered levels of consciousness
• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Burns and scalds; chemicals, electric shock

Content

The course content covers various aspects of first aid, including:

• First aid in the workplace
• Respiratory emergencies
• Cardiac first response, including Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use
• Wounds and bleeding
• Altered levels of consciousness
• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Burns and scalds; chemicals, electric shock

Certification

Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) Certificate in First Aid Response, which is valid for two years. A 2-Day Refresher course is required at least every 2 years to recertify.