Free online courseComplete Guide to First Aid

Course Description

Knowing what to do in the first minutes of an emergency can protect a life, reduce complications, and bring calm to a chaotic situation. This free online course in first aid is designed to help you build real-world confidence for those moments when someone collapses, stops breathing, or needs urgent support before professional help arrives. Whether you are a parent, caregiver, teacher, fitness professional, or simply someone who wants to be prepared, you will learn to act quickly, safely, and with purpose.

The course focuses on clear decision-making and correct technique when every second matters. You will understand how to recognize an unresponsive person, what immediate steps to take to protect yourself and the patient, and how to activate emergency services effectively. Special attention is given to cardiopulmonary resuscitation, including the recommended compression-to-breath ratios for adults and how these guidelines translate into steady, effective action under pressure.

You will also explore the differences in approach across age groups, including what changes when providing care for an infant. Learning the correct compression depth for infant CPR can make a critical difference, and the lessons aim to help you remember what matters without feeling overwhelmed. Along the way, the course reinforces the role of AEDs and how they fit into a rapid response, making the process feel approachable rather than intimidating.

To help you retain what you learn, the course includes practice questions that check your understanding of key guidelines and the first actions to take in common emergency situations. By the end, you should be able to respond more confidently, follow recommended CPR parameters, and support someone until help arrives. If you are looking for an accessible way to gain practical health and first aid skills for everyday life or workplace readiness, this course is a strong place to start.