This basic program, with a nominal duration of 6 hours, is available to any person who is 12 years or older and covers some basic procedures that should enable you to assist an injured or ill person until medical aid is accessed.

Topics include: assessment and safety, external bleeding, management of the unconscious victim, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), shock, cross infection, basic orientation to first aid in the workplace, first aid kits and moving of injured persons. You will participate in both theory and practical sessions, during which your skills will be assessed.

After the competent completion of all of the required skills, you will receive a Statement of Attainment from DAN when the registration procedures have been completed. The program is accredited by State and National government recognition authorities under National Training Recognition Scheme.