tag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:/blog?page=2Blog2023-08-08T09:45:15Ztag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2342023-02-16T10:53:27Z2023-08-31T10:04:42ZFirst Aid for Jellyfish Sting <h3>Types</h3><div><br>There are more than 2000 types of jellyfish in the world's oceans, most being harmless but not all. Here are a few venomous varieties to look out for:<br><br></div><div><strong>Lion’s Mane Jellyfish - Northern Atlantic, Arctic & Northern Pacific <br><br>Portuguese Man of War - Atlantic & Indian Ocean<br><br>Box Jellyfish - Tropical Indo Pacific (can spread to any warmer waters)<br><br>Irukandji Jellyfish - Northern Australia</strong></div><div><br><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Did you know - The Irukandji jellyfish measures a microscopic 5 mm (0.2 inches). Yet it arguably has the most venomous animal toxin on the planet. One to avoid!&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n Did you know - The Irukandji jellyfish measures a microscopic 5 mm (0.2 inches). Yet it arguably has the most venomous animal toxin on the planet. One to avoid!\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"Did you know - The Irukandji jellyfish measures a microscopic 5 mm (0.2 inches). Yet it arguably has the most venomous animal toxin on the planet. One to avoid!"}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></div><h3>Just Been Stung</h3><div><br>Being stung by a jellyfish can cause the onset of panic and fear. Also the casualty can suffer with mild to excruciating pain across the affected area. It can help to offer reassurance to the casualty, and to check to see if a lifeguard is on duty nearby.<br><br><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Helpful hint - Lifeguards are always first aid trained and as part of their training they should have good knowledge of jellyfish stings.&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n Helpful hint - Lifeguards are always first aid trained and as part of their training they should have good knowledge of jellyfish stings.\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"Helpful hint - Lifeguards are always first aid trained and as part of their training they should have good knowledge of jellyfish stings."}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></div><h3>Symptoms</h3><div> <br>It is the tentacles on the jellyfish that can cause the most harm to humans when we encroach on their habitat. The Jellyfish’s tentacles have stinging cells (nematocysts) which can wrap around the limbs of a person, or slash across the face and other areas of the body. This can cause any of the below symptoms:</div><ul><li>Intense stinging / burning pain</li><li>Itchy rash</li><li>Skin welts (raised itchy rash)</li></ul><div>Sometimes the jellyfish sting can be identified by the distinctive tentacle like imprints left on the skin.<br><br></div><h3>Treatment </h3><div><br>The treatment protocol should be initiated quickly and be kept simple. Take control and avoid being distracted by other bystanders. Particularly regarding old wives tales such as urinating on the affected area. There are some simple steps you can take to help alleviate pain for the casualty:</div><ol><li>Rinse the affected area thoroughly with seawater</li><li>Soak the affected area in hot water for 20-30 minutes (hot enough to just about be comfortable)</li><li>Use hot flannels or towels if it is not possible to soak the affected area e.g. the face</li><li>Offer reassurance to the casualty</li></ol><div><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;True fact - The jellyfish’s stinging cells rely on a certain chemical makeup (incl. saltwater). Any change to this makeup could reactivate the stinging process and cause further pain. Hence why the stinging cells should be rinsed off with saltwater.&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n True fact - The jellyfish’s stinging cells rely on a certain chemical makeup (incl. saltwater). Any change to this makeup could reactivate the stinging process and cause further pain. Hence why the stinging cells should be rinsed off with saltwater.\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"True fact - The jellyfish’s stinging cells rely on a certain chemical makeup (incl. saltwater). Any change to this makeup could reactivate the stinging process and cause further pain. Hence why the stinging cells should be rinsed off with saltwater."}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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True fact - The jellyfish’s stinging cells rely on a certain chemical makeup (incl. saltwater). Any change to this makeup could reactivate the stinging process and cause further pain. Hence why the stinging cells should be rinsed off with saltwater.
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A pre briefing would have taken place prior to the assessment starting and you would provide feedback to Nick post assessment. <br><br>As the assessor you can imagine yourself standing as if you are the camera. You would have a workplace assessment template document which you would fill out whilst walking around the building with Nick. </div><h3>The Criteria</h3><div><br>The cornerstone of any good assessment is the criteria within it. An assessment against no criteria isn't really an assessment because there are no quantitative means to measure whether it has been a success or needs improvement. <br><br>In this example Nick has used an internal risk assessment document as his criteria. This has been mapped out prior to the course being run at the centre and was designed with the safety of the learners, teachers and visitors on the premises. <br><br>As the assessor you would include the criteria points within your own assessment template. These can then be cross checked as you walk around the building during the observation. </div><h3>Trip Hazard</h3><div><br>The benefit of doing any risk assessment is to identify potentially dangerous hazards and then to come up with a solution to minimise that hazard. Nick’s thorough approach to his risk assessment helped him identify a short HDMI cable that had potentially become a trip hazard. His solution was to make a change to a longer cable and negate the risk of someone tripping over the cable.<br><br>The benefit of the actual assessment is to be there to see Nick identify and deal with the hazard. This demonstrated his knowledge and competence within the workplace, which can be discussed, alongside any action points in the post assessment briefing.</div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2322023-01-24T12:54:03Z2023-08-31T10:14:01ZAnaphylaxis Treatment <h3>What is it?</h3><div><br></div><div>Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction causing the body to produce large quantities of a compound called histamine. These can be very useful for fighting off harmful parasites but also cause the body to overreact to harmless substances in the case of an allergy. This can cause rapid swelling of the airway and in the worst cases respiratory failure.</div><h3>Causes</h3><div><br></div><div>Anaphylaxis will always require a trigger to initiate the overactive response within the body. Typically an anaphylaxis patient will always avoid the trigger in order to live a normal and happy life. 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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></div><h3>Signs & Symptoms</h3><div><br></div><div>The key to anaphylaxis treatment is spotting the signs & symptoms of the condition early. By doing so you will buy time for the casualty, which could ultimately save their life. Look out for the below signs and symptoms:</div><ul><li>Anxiety / irritability</li><li>Swelling of the face and neck</li><li>Red blotchy skin</li><li>Itchiness / hives</li><li>Difficulty in breathing</li><li>Signs and symptoms of shock</li></ul><div>Difficulty in breathing is what differentiates anaphylaxis to less serious allergic reactions. If the casualty is struggling to breathe normally then prompt first aid treatment will be required.</div><h3>Treatment</h3><div><br></div><div>Remember anaphylaxis is a life threatening condition. When left untreated, the airway can effectively close shut, which will eventually lead to cardiac arrest and death. Follow the below five step treatment protocol when the condition is suspected / diagnosed:</div><ol><li>Sit the casualty up if breathing is difficult </li><li>Dial 999 / 112 - State your location and be clear that the casualty has suspected anaphylaxis</li><li>If the casualty has an auto injector pen, ask them to administer</li><li>If they are unconscious or incapable then administer the pen for them</li><li>Monitor the casualty’s breathing and prepare for CPR</li></ol><div>When the casualty does not have an auto injector pen the treatment protocol is to sit them up, dial 999 / 112 and prepare for CPR.<br><br><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Did you know - The auto injector pen contains adrenaline which can relax the muscles in the lungs and reverse swelling.&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n Did you know - The auto injector pen contains adrenaline which can relax the muscles in the lungs and reverse swelling.\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"Did you know - The auto injector pen contains adrenaline which can relax the muscles in the lungs and reverse swelling."}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></div><h3>Summary</h3><div><br></div><div>In summary anaphylaxis is a life threatening condition which will always need a trigger to cause an allergic response within the body. The condition is treatable through the administration of adrenaline. The casualty may carry an auto injector pen (containing adrenaline), which they or the first aider can administer. When there is no pen, or if it has failed, you should await the arrival of the emergency services, whilst monitoring the vital signs of the casualty. <br><br><br>Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@pixelumina?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText">Pixelumina Photography</a></div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2312023-01-24T11:09:49Z2023-08-31T14:02:59ZSpotting Signs of Infection in a Wound<div>Instead action can be taken to spot the main signs and symptoms of infection before getting the infected wound assessed by a medical professional. </div><h3>Causes</h3><div><br>Knowing what causes infections can be quite useful when analysing your own or someone else's injury. Infections are generally caused by bacteria building up within the wound and then multiplying. This is more prone to happen in the below situations:</div><ul><li>Animal bites</li><li>Dirt and debris entered the wound </li><li>Penetrating object was rusty / dirty </li><li>Person suffers with diabetes or has a weakened immune system</li></ul><div><br></div><div><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Helpful hint - Clean a wound with warm, soapy water straight after the accident has taken place&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n Helpful hint - Clean a wound with warm, soapy water straight after the accident has taken place\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"Helpful hint - Clean a wound with warm, soapy water straight after the accident has taken place"}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></div><h3>Treatment </h3><div><br>Once a wound has become infected it falls outside the scope of direct treatment from a first aider. However indirect treatment can be given by spotting the signs of infection, and then signposting the casualty towards professional help.<br><br>An infected wound will typically need a course of antibiotics to fully heal, or in more serious cases hospital treatment. It’s best to direct the person towards any of the below medical options:</div><ol><li>GP appointment</li><li>Urgent Care Centre</li><li>Telephone 111</li></ol><div><br></div><div><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Helpful hint - 111 is the non-emergency number operated by the NHS. They can screen all types of injury / illness and get emergency care if required.&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n Helpful hint - 111 is the non-emergency number operated by the NHS. They can screen all types of injury / illness and get emergency care if required.\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"Helpful hint - 111 is the non-emergency number operated by the NHS. They can screen all types of injury / illness and get emergency care if required."}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></div><h3>When to call 999</h3><div><br>In the most extreme cases the body may overreact to an infected wound, causing a life threatening condition called <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/blog/first-aid-for-sepsis">sepsis</a>. In this situation it is important to dial 999 / 112 straight away, or seek emergency treatment at the nearest Accident & Emergency unit. Look out for the below signs / symptoms of sepsis:</div><ul><li>Casualty keeps vomiting</li><li>Feels seriously unwell</li><li>Failure to urinate all day (12 hours for infants / young children)</li><li>Fever, shivering, or in extremes in body temperature</li></ul><div>Sepsis can be hard to spot because it has similar symptoms to many other conditions such as influenza. However, the knowledge that a casualty has an infected wound at the same time can be used in conjunction with the symptoms to prompt urgent medical care. <br><br>Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/de/@sonance?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText">Viktor Forgacs</a></div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2292022-10-05T12:24:33Z2023-08-23T14:57:56ZSupporting neurodivergent learners<div>Neurodivergent people may be experiencing a range of conditions that include: ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder); ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder); Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and Tourette Syndrome. Not many teachers can be experts in all of these conditions, but it is useful to reflect on what we know and how we can provide a better experience for these learners.<br><br>It may well be that many learners are experiencing a range of these conditions – a spectrum. Many theories suggest that they overlap – ASD can often go hand in hand with ADD – but not always. Some learners will be dyslexic and also dyspraxic.<br><br>The good news is that any strategies trialed in the classroom or training room focusing on one group of learners tend to have a positive impact on many other learners also.<br><br></div><div><strong><br>How can we help?<br></strong><br></div><div><br>The first thing will always be getting to know the learner as an individual. How do they like to learn? What are they interested in? What are their triggers that can make them become anxious and unsettled? Where do they like to sit? These are questions that can be asked of all the learners in a group and trying to answer them and provide support will always be positive. This can of course be done verbally or as an ‘All about me’ type written exercise – whichever is more appropriate. Building in time to share learners’ interests and allowing other learners to ask questions is invaluable. Where possible, if the topic planning can be directed and shaped by the interests of the learners, this will also have an impact.<br><br>A seating plan is always useful – how we group learners can make all the difference in terms of behaviour management and maximizing learning. Some neurodivergent learners will be much happier sitting alone, perhaps with some kind of low screen to partition them from other learners. Some will enjoy working in a small group but could benefit from a space to move to if it becomes overwhelming – a ‘safe space’. There may be anxiety about being too close to an exit – the only way to find out is to ask and then observe and make necessary changes.<br><br></div><div><strong><br>Safety and security<br></strong><br></div><div><br>All learners deserve to feel safe and for neurodivergent learners, this may need to be made more explicit. Ground rules such as ‘there is no such thing as a stupid question’ will be useful – also working with the whole group on their responses to other people’s suggestions, focusing on body language and facial expressions in particular. We learn by making mistakes and this will make some learners more anxious than others. The teacher/trainer may need to model how to listen and respond in a respectful way. A routine can also help – a visual timetable of some sort will often help learners to feel more secure about what is happening now and next. This could be a whole group/class timetable on the board and in addition a small version for some learners at their work station. Depending on age, ability and need, timers may also be useful here – especially if a reward system is being used.<br><br>Praise can be a tricky one – everyone is different in terms of receiving it. Some learners enjoy it and bask in the glory of a positive comment. Others, often neurodivergent learners, either don’t believe it; find it intimidating or just simply don’t know what to do with it. It is always good to check ourselves as teachers to see if our praise is specific or useful and to read the learner – would they rather have an imperceptible ‘thumbs up’, a point at the work and a smile or a comment? Perhaps they would prefer to have an extra 5 minutes break instead?<br><br></div><div><strong><br>Scaffolds and support<br></strong><br></div><div><br>Visual resources will often be very helpful. This could be flashcards, pictures, diagrams, charts, props and toys. Physical resources such as manipulatives – place value counters in Maths or sentences to re-order will be helpful also. Often, these resources will be useful to neurotypical learners in the group also – after all, we all learn in different ways and some learners are more confident/ able than others. If we make the use of physical resources routine and not just something that only a few learners have, then so much the better. If resources are stored where there is easy access, then any learner will feel able to benefit from them at any time. If the learners are expected to complete written work, a sheet of blank paper can be extremely threatening and some prompts or a writing frame may be very helpful.<br><br>None of these ideas or strategies is exclusive to any group of learners. However, they do show willing to learn more about the individuals. Building relationships, structure and support can never be negative but take careful planning. If we have the strategies up our sleeves then we can react to new learner needs that we didn’t know about. Neurodivergent or neurotypical, everyone appreciates effort and personalized learning. Not all ideas will work for all learners – like many things in education, working with different types of learners is about taking risks and trying your best.</div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2262022-07-21T13:46:07Z2023-08-31T15:01:27ZFirst Aid for Insect Bites<div>No one wants to be stung by a wasp, bee, mosquito, horse fly, midge, or hornet. These are some of the most common insect bites within the UK, which can cause a nasty inflammatory response in some individuals. Infants and young children are particularly at risk and may not know how to react to being stung for their first time. <br><br>A little first aid knowledge can go a long way to alleviating the pain caused by a bite and ensuring that the affected area is clean and free from the risk of infection.<br><br></div><h3>Symptoms</h3><div><br>It’s useful to always ask questions at the scene in order to gather information that a person may have been stung by an insect. 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Did you know - It’s generally only bees that leave their stinger in the human skin. And despite contrary belief it’s only the honey bee, and not all bees that die after stinging a person.
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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></div><div><br></div><h3>Treatment</h3><div><br>Once you have established that a person has been stung and they are calm and reassured. Then it’s time to apply a simple treatment protocol:<br><br></div><ol><li>Remove the stinger if still present. Scrape off with a bank card or other similar object.</li><li>Wash the affected area with soap and water</li><li>Apply an ice pack, or bag of frozen vegetables to the area for a maximum of 20 minutes (wrap in cloth to protect the skin).</li></ol><div><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Helpful Tip - Scraping the stinger off is preferable to squeezing it out with tweezers because it reduces the risk of pushing more venom into the affected area.&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n Helpful Tip - Scraping the stinger off is preferable to squeezing it out with tweezers because it reduces the risk of pushing more venom into the affected area.\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"Helpful Tip - Scraping the stinger off is preferable to squeezing it out with tweezers because it reduces the risk of pushing more venom into the affected area."}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></div><div><br></div><h3>When to Seek Qualified Medical Help</h3><div><br>The main time you will need to dial 999 / 112 is if the signs of anaphylaxis are present. Always call the emergency services if a casualty is having breathing difficulties after being stung by an insect. They may carry an auto injector pen to treat the condition. Administer the auto injector pen yourself, by following the printed instructions if the casualty is unable to do so themselves.<br><br>In other situations it may be necessary to visit your GP if there are signs of <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/blog/spotting-signs-of-infection-in-a-wound">infection</a> within the bite area. Look out for a pussy wound that is swollen and may take the appearance of a yellowy / green crust. <br><br>Any fever, confusion or loss of urine production (not gone for 24 hours) could be a sign of <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/blog/first-aid-for-sepsis">sepsis</a> and the casualty should be rushed to A&E, or call 999 / 112 if they have low response levels.<br><br> Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@angela_on_unsplash?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText">Angela Handfest</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com/s/photos/insect-bite?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText">Unsplash</a></div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2272022-07-21T10:47:34Z2023-08-31T14:16:11ZLevel 4 Certificate in Education and Training Common Course Questions<h3>Transcript</h3><ul><li>6 written assessments (3-4000) words each</li><li>30 Teaching hours</li><li>3 lesson observations</li><li>Portfolio of teaching evidence</li><li>Electronic assignment templates</li><li>Online / self paced course</li><li>Marking team will provide feedback within 5 working days</li><li>Electronic certificate awarded 10 days after all completed work marked</li></ul><div><br><strong>Who is the awarding body? </strong><a href="https://www.highfieldqualifications.com/">Highfield qualifications</a>.<br><br><strong>Is it an accredited course?</strong> Yes, it is an Ofqual regulated qualification (RQF), a fully accredited course.<br><strong><br>Who is the qualification for?</strong> Anyone working in a teaching or training role and has access to 30 teaching hours.<br><br><strong>Is it recognised outside of the UK?</strong> It is a. UK based qualification, however UK qualifications are highly sought-after internationally<br><br><strong>Does the qualification expire?</strong> No, the qualification is yours for life and does not need to be renewed once achieved.<br><br><strong>How many guided learning hours?</strong> 140 guided learning hours (GLH).<br><br><strong>How long does the average learner take to complete the qualification? </strong> The average learner takes between 5-6 months to complete the course.<br><br><strong>What are the course units?</strong> 6 written units to the course (suggested word count 3-4000 words per assignment). However there is no official word count, including 4 references.<br><br><strong>What are the course credits?</strong> 36.<br><br><strong>Does the course carry any UCAS points?</strong> The course does not carry any UCAS points, but supplements any university degree.<br><br><strong>Can any units be RPL’d?</strong> Yes, if you achieved the L3 AET course you do not need to complete unit 1.<br><br><strong>Can I use my own organisation's templates?</strong> Yes, you can use your own organisation’s templates such as lesson plans, schemes of work and observation forms.<br><br><strong>Can I teach 1-1 lessons and will these count towards the 30 hours of teaching evidence?</strong> No, you must be teaching to groups or classes of learners.<br><br><strong>Who can observe me for the 3 observations?</strong> A teacher with a minimum of a level 4 teaching qualification or higher can observe you. You will need to send a copy of the certificate to Train Aid when you register for the course.<br><br><strong>Are the observations graded?</strong> No, the observations are developmental and can be completed on the Train Aid observation form or own organisation template.<br><br><strong>Can Train Aid observe my lessons?</strong> Train Aid can observe a recorded lesson, or a live lesson over Zoom / MS teams for £60 Inc VAT.<br><br><strong>Are there any additional fees if my assignments do not meet the standards? </strong>There are no additional fees, the marking team will provide you with supportive feedback.<br><br><strong>What support will I have available?</strong> Support available over the phone / email. Office hours Monday - Thursday (9 AM - 5 PM). Friday (9 AM - 4 PM).<br><br>Marking team work too 5 working days.<br><br>Welcome Zoom meeting at the beginning of the course with a teacher.<br><br><strong>What resources will I receive?</strong> You will receive a copy of the Ann Gravells textbook, assignment support video guides, assignment structure documents and videos.<br><br><strong>What are the entry requirements?</strong> That you have access to 30 teaching hours and can be observed 3 times by a qualified teacher.<br><br><strong>Can I get funding for this course?</strong> No, however we offer flexible payment plans to support our learners.<br><br><strong>How soon does my certificate arrive?</strong> 10 working days after the teaching portfolio has been moderated. Electronic (pdf) certificate.<br><br><strong>Can I use my hours from a number of teaching establishments?</strong> Yes - you can use a variety of teaching hours if you teach at different organisations.<br><br><strong>What can I teach after the level 4 Certificate in Education & Training?</strong> Any course or qualification that you hold yourself.<br><br><strong>What career opportunities are available after the Level 4 CET course?</strong> There are many career opportunities: College / Post 16 teacher (part / full time), In-house trainer, Training company manager, cover supervisor.<br><br><strong>Can I apply for QTLS with this qualification?</strong> No, you will need to gain the L5 DET teaching course.<br><br><strong>What qualifications do I need to begin the Level 4 CET course?</strong> You do not need any previous qualifications, basic IT skills are an advantage for the assignments and lesson planning. You do not need a degree for the Level 4 course.<br><br><strong>Do I need level 2 in literacy and numeracy?</strong> You do not need level 2 in literacy and numeracy, but you may wish to gain these qualifications after the course.<br><br></div><div><strong>Can I deliver my own courses with this qualification and offer certificates? </strong>You can, however you will need to gain the <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/courses/level-3-certificate-in-assessing-vocational-achievement-cava?course_delivery_id=5">Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)</a> in order to issue accredited course certificates.</div><div><br><strong>Course progression areas?</strong> <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/courses/level-5-diploma-in-education-and-training-dtlls?course_delivery_id=42">Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training</a>.<br><br><strong>Can any level 4 teaching evidence be used towards the L5 DET course?</strong> Yes, you can transfer: 2 observations, 2 course units and 20 teaching hours towards the level 5 diploma course.<br><br><strong>How long do you have to complete this course?</strong> As long as required / no expiry dates with the Level 4 Certificate in Education & Training.<br><br><strong>Can you use this qualification within primary, secondary and the independent school sectors?</strong> It is a post 16 teaching qualification, however many candidates have gained this qualification to teach within their organisation and promote their confidence and skills when teaching lessons. Always check with the organisation you are applying to.<br><br><strong>What teaching roles can I apply for?</strong> College / post 16 teacher roles, part or full time teacher, teaching assistant / cover supervisor roles. Check pay scales when applying for positions.<br><br><strong>Where can I find a teaching job after the Level 4 CET course?</strong> We recommend: <a href="https://www.tes.com/jobs/">TES jobs</a>, <a href="https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/reed-education/p1307">Reed education</a>, <a href="https://jobs.theguardian.com/">guardian jobs</a>, <a href="https://teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/">teaching vacancies.gov.</a><br><br></div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2282022-07-21T08:52:17Z2023-08-31T14:15:10ZFirst Aid for Internal Bleeding<div>Internal bleeding can be split into two categories: visible & non-visible. The clue is obviously in the titles where one type is easily noticed (visible) and the other type (non-visible) can be concealed, and will require detective work in order to establish if internal bleeding is present. </div><h3>Causes</h3><div>Accidents like a car crash or fall from height can cause the inner body parts / organs to collide with something else (typically at high speed). This is known as a blunt trauma, where blood vessels can be severely torn or crushed. The subsequent damage to the blood vessels can then cause internal bleeding.<br><br>The other cause of internal bleeding is from a penetrating foreign object, which can enter the body and damage the inner blood vessels. This could be a stab wound, gunshot wound, or happen when the body falls onto another object.<br><br></div><h3>Visible - Internal Bleeding</h3><div>Visible internal bleeding can often be seen as the blood escapes from the orifice nearest to the site of the injury. Look out for the following areas when performing a <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/blog/how-to-do-the-head-to-toe-survey">secondary survey</a> on the casualty:</div><ul><li>Head injury - Blood leaving the ears and nose</li><li>Lung injury - Coughed up, bright red frothy blood</li><li>Bowel injury - Bleeding from anus</li><li>Stomach - Dark red blood within vomit</li><li>Urinary tract - Blood in urine </li></ul><h3>Non-Visible</h3><div><br>Non-visible bleeding is far harder to detect and the first aider will need to rely on the signs & history at the scene. This can be achieved through asking questions and relying on gut instinct to establish what has happened. This could be for example: that the casualty has been involved in a serious car accident, or fall from height. 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Some of our previous learners have found teaching positions in the Middle East and Asia with this qualification.<br> <br><strong>Does the qualification expire?</strong> No, the qualification is yours for life and does not need to be renewed once achieved.<br> <br><strong>How many guided learning hours?</strong> 140 Guided Learning Hours (GLC).<br><br><strong>How long does the average learner take to complete the qualification?</strong> Most learners take between 9-12 months to complete the qualification. There are no official deadlines with the course and you can take as long as required. You can work on either the assignments or your teaching portfolio at your own pace.<br> <br><strong>How long does the certificate take to process after I have completed the course? </strong>The certificate takes up to 10 working days to process and will be emailed to the booker of the course following the I.V process.<br> <br><strong>Will I receive a hard-copy of my certificate?</strong> No, all certificates are electronic (pdf). Certificates can be downloaded and printed once received.<br> <br><strong>What are the 7 written assignments?</strong> The assignments focus on different areas of teaching and learning, the titles of the assignments are:<br><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ag5noIrUSY&list=PLf9wWAmnklCqWcpi533Irz9ZMcqLj3AP8&ab_channel=TrainAid">Unit 2-Teaching, learning and assessment in education and training</a><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuokUi-gkU8&list=PLf9wWAmnklCozxMiPe8BMWQ7LjEoqh9oj&ab_channel=TrainAid">Unit 15- Inclusive Practice</a> <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbSRpi0zVJY&list=PLf9wWAmnklCo1h6rBPqgz3tJN93RKGTd5&ab_channel=TrainAid">Unit 1- Developing teaching, learning and assessment in education and training</a> <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqDVpDomBZ0&list=PLf9wWAmnklCrIDhLuCqcIeq8pyOmgqk5n&ab_channel=TrainAid">Unit 4- Wider Professional Practice</a> <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bi1xg-6Jr94&list=PLf9wWAmnklCqMmI0SwodjQWNQVnc48IWT&ab_channel=TrainAid">Unit 5- Part 1 Action Research-What is Action Research?</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xQYuw3GNRA&list=PLf9wWAmnklCoWoAt_A2lzpRYYi8Gn0_BD&index=4">Unit 5 Part 2- The Action Research Project</a><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpWclCvVOEs&list=PLf9wWAmnklCppo4lVDWBTBiz3BDgmN-jx&ab_channel=TrainAid">Unit 3- Theories Principles and Models in Education and Training</a> <br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNrC0GCbtz0&list=PLf9wWAmnklCqBA7wpclcppsXCmCLT6mxp">Unit 9- Developing, using and organising resources in a specialist area</a><br><strong> <br>How long are the assignments?</strong> – The suggested word count is 5-6,000 words per assignment- however there is no official word count-you can write as much information as required. Assignments can be written in the first or the third person. Most candidates pass each assignment on the first or second submission.<br> <br><strong>How many references or sources of information do I need to include within the assignments?</strong> We recommend that you include a minimum of 5-6 references per assignment (textbooks, websites, journals). You can also include other sources of information from your own industry such as a staff hand book, policies or procedures. Each candidate will receive a hard copy of the Ann Gravells Level 5 DET text book at the beginning of the course.<br> <br><strong>What support will I have available?</strong> Support is available over the phone-the office hours are Monday-Friday (9.00am-5.00pm). Office contact number: 01737 237590. All new level 5 learners will have a zoom welcome meeting with a teacher at the beginning of the course. The office team email is info@train-aid.co.uk for any course questions and email support. Our dedicated marking team det@train-aid.co.uk work to 5 working days to review and turn around assignment marking. You can submit as many assignment resubmissions required in order to meet the pass criteria- there are no additional resubmission fees on our courses. The Train Aid YouTube Channel contains the latest support videos to assist you with your qualification.<br> <br><strong>What are the entry requirements?</strong> Candidates must be 19 years old to begin the course. You must be working within a teaching or training role and have access to 100 hours of teaching practice and be observed 8 times. You could be working within a part time or full time teaching role or have access to voluntary teaching hours to log your teaching hours. <br><br><strong>Can I teach 1-1 lessons and will these count towards the 30 hours of teaching evidence?</strong> No, you must be teaching to groups or classes of learners. We recommend a minimum of 3 learners or more. Teaching can be face-face or virtual (delivered on zoom/teams). You can deliver a range of different subject/qualifications within your teaching portfolio. Teaching hours must be delivered to candidates aged 14+ or S.E.N learners. You will not be able to log teaching hours if you work within a primary or early years setting.<br> <br><strong>What other evidence do I need to submit?</strong> You are required to submit a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGeBVWjN1dk&t">portfolio of teaching evidence</a> containing: 100 hours of lesson plans, Schemes of work, syllabus/specification, 8 lesson observations, 8 self-evaluations, initial assessments, ILP’s, teaching resources, communication with colleagues and learner feedback.<br> <br><strong>Who can observe me for the 8 observations?</strong> A teacher with a minimum of a Level 5 teaching qualification or higher can observe you. You will need to send a copy of the certificate to Train Aid when you first register for the course.<br> <br><strong>Are the observations graded?</strong> No, the observations are developmental and can be completed on the Train Aid observation form or own organisation’s observation template.<br> <br><strong>Can Train Aid observe my lessons?</strong> Train Aid can observe a recording or a live lesson over zoom for £30 inc vat per observation- please contact the office to arrange this service.<br> <br><strong>Are there any additional fees if my assignments do not meet the standards?</strong> There are no additional fees, the marking team will provide you with supportive feedback to make corrections to your assignments.<br> <br><strong>Can I use my hours from a number of teaching establishments?</strong> Yes- you can use a variety of teaching hours if you teach at different organisations. Many of our level 5 learners do teach at a variety of teaching establishments.<br> <br><strong>What qualifications do I need to begin the Level 5 DET course?</strong> You do not need any previous qualifications, basic I.T skills are an advantage for the assignments and lesson planning. The main priority is you are working within a supportive teaching environment and have access to 100 teaching hours<br> <br><strong>Do I need Level 2 in Literacy & Numeracy?</strong> You do not need level 2 in literacy & numeracy but you may wish to consider gaining these qualifications after your course.<br> <br><strong>Can I deliver my own courses with this qualification and offer certificates?</strong> You can- however you will need to gain the <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/categories/assessing">Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)</a> in order to issue accredited course certificates.<br> <br><strong>Does the course count towards UCAS points?</strong> No, the qualification does not offer any UCAS points-however it is a valued qualification to assist with any university application.<br> <br><strong>Can I get funding for this course?</strong> – No we do not arrange for funding, however we do offer flexible monthly payment plans to support our learners on our courses.<br> <br><strong>What happens if I need to take a break from my studies?</strong> You can take as long as required to complete the qualification, there are no expiry dates with the Level 4 Certificate in Education & Training- however we do suggest for you to complete the qualification within 5-6 months from starting the course.<br> <br><strong>What are the progression areas after the Level 5 DET course?</strong><br> <br>• <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/blog/qtls-podcast">QTLS (Qualified Teacher of Learning & Skills)</a> <br>• <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/categories/assessing">Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)</a><br>• <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/categories/iqa">Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (IQA)</a><br> <br><strong>Can you use this qualification within Primary, Secondary and the Independent school sectors?</strong> The Level 5 teaching qualification enables you to become a fully-qualified teacher within the post-16/college/further education. If you achieve your <a href="https://set.et-foundation.co.uk/professional-status/qtls">QTLS status with the Society for Education & Training</a> this will allow for you to teach within the primary, secondary and independent school sector within England and Wales.<br> <br><strong>What teaching roles can I apply for?</strong> College/post-16 teacher roles, tutoring/teaching assistant roles. We recommend reviewing websites such as <a href="https://www.tes.com/jobs/">TES Jobs</a>, and <a href="https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/reed-education/p1307">Reed Education</a> for the latest teaching vacancies.<br><br></div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2252022-07-12T13:25:13Z2023-08-31T15:06:10ZFirst Aid for Head Bump<h3>Signs & Symptoms</h3><div><br>Many minor head injuries are witnessed by a bystander and if the fall is not seen then typically the loud thud and associated crying will be. If none of these signs were visible then look out for a child with a bruise on their head that may be swelling into a raised bump / lump.</div><h3>What You Will Need</h3><div><br>Luckily, head bumps are one of the more easily treatable conditions within first aid. You will need the following to help treat the condition:</div><ul><li>Bag of ice / frozen vegetables</li><li>Tea towel or other similar cloth</li><li>Cold compress or gel pack (if preferred to ice)</li></ul><div><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Helpful hint - Some gel packs rely on a chemical reaction and when snapped will become cold. 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Over the years I have learned the importance of quality and precision and delivering what my customers demand, taking great pride in my work. <br>After lockdown and the challenges that COVID brought to us all, I reassessed my priorities and decided to take my pursuit into teaching far more seriously.”<br><br><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<span class='trix-attachment-spina-image' data-label=''> <img src='https://www.train-aid.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBbklCIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--42529ad57e74fb3c65cefd57baffbb3028a788c5/P1.png' alt='' /> </span>"}" data-trix-content-type="undefined" class="attachment attachment--content"><span class="trix-attachment-spina-image" data-label=""> <img src="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBbklCIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--42529ad57e74fb3c65cefd57baffbb3028a788c5/P1.png" alt=""> </span><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure><br><br>The <a href="https://www.britishmasterbarbers.com/">British Master Barbers</a> have been formed by time served Master Barbers who have a wealth of experience in a range of Barbering related subjects. This includes Barbers, Barbershop owners, Teachers, Lecturers, Assessors, Educators, Session stylists & Barber Academy owners from all over the UK. <br><br>Paul took two courses with Train Aid, an <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/courses/level-3-award-in-education-and-training-ptlls?course_delivery_id=29">online teaching course</a> and an <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/courses/level-3-certificate-in-assessing-vocational-achievement-cava?course_delivery_id=26">assessing course</a>.<br><br>On passing the teaching course, learners achieve the nationally recognised Ofqual Level 3 Award in Education and Training Certificate.</div><div>The aim is to give learners the confidence and knowledge to teach. By the end of the course, learners will understand how to set up an effective and inclusive learning environment. Every learner designs, delivers and evaluates a 15 minute micro-teach, gaining invaluable feedback from their teacher and peers. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swLqWaV2Tmk">(Common Q&A's about the qualification)</a> </div><div><br>After completing the assessing course, learners will gain a nationally recognised assessing qualification that will enable them to assess in both the workplace and in a training environment. <br>This is a generic qualification, meaning once you achieve it, you are qualified to assess in any subject or environment that you yourself are competent. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CX5RzmyTx84&t=39s">(Common Q&A's about the qualification).</a><br><br>“I found the work involved very straightforward. You have three choices of how you would like to study and what pace you would like to study at. I found the online course suited me best since I could fit this around my busy work schedule and home life. I had originally emailed Train Aid for their advice on which course I was best suited to start with based on my previous qualifications and experience and their advice was to start with a Level 3 Award in Education and Training. I applied for the course and straightaway all of the coursework and the link to my eBook were emailed to me. I found the course itself very enjoyable and the YouTube videos especially informative.”<br><br>After completing his training and passing the courses, Paul began to plan his next steps with confidence: <br><br>“The outcome of the course for me has been really positive and I feel I am now on the trajectory that I want to be on. I am currently on the supply list for New College Lanarkshire in Motherwell. I also plan to continue my studies and gain my SVQ level 3 in barbering to secure the very best chance of employment within the college sector. However proactively, I soon plan to hold Academy Days at Halfway Barber Shop in Cambuslang for any barbers who want to learn valuable skills such as open razor shaving, or who could benefit from some one-to-one training and hope to try and associate with a skills awarding body soon. <br><br>"I gained my Master Barber status with British Master Barbers and also started my Instagram account royal_barbering_company. I am currently self-employed at Lumgairs in Battlefield and Halfway Barbers in Cambuslang."<br><br><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<span class='trix-attachment-spina-image' data-label=''> <img src='https://www.train-aid.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBbk1CIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--04dcd8e9c1da627426c3cb1657f40fc0b7096eea/P2.png' alt='' /> </span>"}" data-trix-content-type="undefined" class="attachment attachment--content"><span class="trix-attachment-spina-image" data-label=""> <img src="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBbk1CIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--04dcd8e9c1da627426c3cb1657f40fc0b7096eea/P2.png" alt=""> </span><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure><br><br>Could you, like Paul, train yourself and then train others? <br>Train Aid is on hand to answer any questions about these courses either on the phone or by email: <br><br>Call: 01737237 590 <br>Email: info@train-aid.co.uk</div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/662022-04-11T14:09:12Z2023-08-08T09:44:52ZLevel 5 Diploma in Education and Training Learner Pen Portrait<h3>Name? Where are you based? Current role? What are your experiences within teaching and training to date? </h3><div><br>My name is Hodan Abdulqadir and I live in Hanwell, London. I am currently working as an ESOL Teacher in the community strand and have worked as a Private English Tutor in the past. <br><br><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<span class='trix-attachment-spina-image' data-label=''> <img src='https://www.train-aid.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBbTBCIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--e80449d04fcd098111d0c932a2aa4e77e007455c/1.jpg' alt='' /> </span>"}" data-trix-content-type="undefined" class="attachment attachment--content"><span class="trix-attachment-spina-image" data-label=""> <img src="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBbTBCIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--e80449d04fcd098111d0c932a2aa4e77e007455c/1.jpg" alt=""> </span><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure><br><br></div><h3>Why did you decide to study the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training?</h3><div><br>I decided to study the <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/courses/level-5-diploma-in-education-and-training-dtlls?course_delivery_id=42">Level 5 Diploma in Education and training</a> because I wanted a new career path working as an ESOL teacher in the FE sector. I needed training as I was previously working as a Private English Tutor. I had no experience in the classroom, this course was a fantastic way of achieving this. Furthermore, this is the fully recognised qualification for the FE sector and I needed to be qualified for further career advancements. <br><br></div><h3>What have you enjoyed the most about the course? </h3><div><br>In general, this course has taken me on a transformative journey and has shaped me to be the teacher I am today. Being with other experienced teachers and trainers was very beneficial, as they were all able to share their teaching and training experiences with me. I enjoyed the style of teaching the Tutors at Train Aid used, it was very student based and they constantly asked for our opinions, thus making it easier to write the assignments. <br><br></div><h3>Name of your Action research course project & why? What was the outcome of the project?</h3><div><br>The topic of my action research was attendance and my hypothesis was: ‘If extrinsic motivation levels in students are improved will this directly influence attendance.’ There was a big problem with attendance in my college and I decided to tackle this problem through research. I used incentives such as attendance certificates to encourage the learners to attend and participate in lessons. It was a success as the attendance rate had improved greatly through motivating learners extrinsically. <br><br></div><h3>Is there any advice you can pass on to any potential Level 5 learner?</h3><div><br>The only advice I would give is come to every session as they are extremely beneficial to complete the course. You gain different opinions and points of views from the interaction with your classmates on each topic being taught. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions to your tutors which will not only benefit yourself, but also your classmates. All the above will help you greatly with writing your assignments and completing your portfolio.<br><br></div><h3>Now that you have achieved the qualification, what will you teach in the future?</h3><div><br>I love working my current role as an ESOL Teacher in the community strand. However the Level 5 has given me the skills and opportunity to also work in conventional colleges, as well as joining the Private Sector. I also have the opportunity to proceed with my studies and do the <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/blog/qtls-podcast">QTLS</a> which will enable me to teach in Primary and Secondary school and make me more employable.<br><br>Watch more about the QTLS process <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTUYZSmuOvI&list=PLf9wWAmnklCrMj4pe84lL1D_hNhKQc1zH&ab_channel=TrainAid">here</a></div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2082022-04-06T12:35:46Z2023-11-09T14:38:37ZLearning in action: experiential learning<div>Most of us learned to walk and talk by practising. Trial and error is the main method here, with guidance from parents or carers and hopefully lots of praise and encouragement.<br><br>According to the 70 20 10 model, 70% of what we know comes from experience and trying out new things. <br><br></div><h3><strong><br>Goals of experiential learning<br></strong><br></h3><div><br> “There are two goals in the experiential learning process. One is to learn the specifics of a particular subject, and the other is to learn about one’s own learning process.”<br>- David A. Kolb<br><br>Kolb has a four-step learning process for this that is applied multiple times in every experience: Experience – Reflect – Think – Act.<br><br>Perhaps you go to a restaurant – you eat a great dish. That’s the experience! You reflect on the experience – what was it you enjoyed? You think about it – what exactly was in it? Maybe you do a little research. Then of course you act on it – you make the dish. The cycle begins again….you eat it, you reflect on how similar it was, you think about what you could have done differently…you make it again!<br><br></div><h3><strong><br>How can we apply this into training or teaching?<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>Experiential learning doesn’t have to be huge or formally structured. Asking a peer to explain what they have done/are doing can be hugely helpful. After that, the learning partner can teach someone else to really understand, reflect on and consolidate what they have achieved. Asking learners to extend their responses and explain their thinking can be a very simple way to use experiential learning.<br><br></div><h3><strong><br>Simulated experiences<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>Although some learners find role play an intimidating idea, it can be very successful when used well. If learners feel comfortable already in the training/teaching space, it can be effective. If you are learning how to deal with an unhappy customer or phone a client to cancel a booking, it is much more effective to actually do it. If the trainer emphasizes how much better it would be to make mistakes within a simulation than in real life, learners may find this much more helpful.<br><br>If your training has been regularly punctuated with discussion, games and learning experiences, learners should feel much more inclined to take part in simulated experiences. It is really helpful to give them that cycle to consider:<br><br></div><h3><strong><br>Experience – Reflect – Think – Act<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>The discussion after the role play or simulation is as or possibly even more useful than the activity. <br><br>A case study is also a great resource for experiential learning. It encourages the learner to consider what they would do, why and how. The ensuing discussion around the example in the case study may give them a different point of view in how they might act or react.<br><br></div><h3><strong><br>Useful reflection<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>After role play or a case study, questions need to be carefully planned to ensure the discussion is useful and leads to learning. These could include:<br><br>• How did you feel the scenario should be resolved when it first began?<br>• Did the scenario turn out differently than you expected?<br>• How did others’ behaviour and comments change your mind?<br>• What emotional reactions did you have during the scenario and why do you think this may have been?<br>• What strategies did you use to try to resolve the issue and would you do this again next time?<br>• Overall, what did you learn from the experience?<br><br></div><h3><strong><br>Other active strategies for learning<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>These strategies can be used throughout a course or peppered throughout a day to keep things active:<br><br>• Post-its: ideas written on post-its and put up in a certain area of the room to show opinions/agreement etc.<br>• Snowballing: a learner writes down their ideas and questions about a topic. They form a pair and share these ideas – they may amend what they have written. They then form a group of 4 and this can grow into bigger groups if appropriate.<br>• Think pair share: giving thinking time individually to learners before they share ideas with a learning partner.<br>• Line up: placing yourself in a line to show agreement/disagreement.<br><br>Anything that gets people moving should be useful and will hopefully lead to some active, experiential learning. If learners are always directed back to reflection after the experience, learning should be taking place. Make learning active – turn it into an experience to be remembered.</div>Vickytag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2052021-12-09T14:23:13Z2023-11-09T14:57:28ZFirst Aid for Gunshot Wounds<div>Gunshot wounds are life-threatening, causing severe external and internal injuries during the entry and sometimes exit phase of the bullet. Time can be of the essence whereby the casualty needs immediate treatment in order to stand the best chance of surviving. <br><br></div><h3><strong><br>Scene Safety<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>The threat of danger is the first priority at the scene. Ask yourself if the gunman is still at large? If the answer is no then it will be safe to approach the casualty/s. Where there is doubt, liaise with the emergency services because the first rule is to never become a casualty yourself. <br><br>In an isolated event you may be the first person who reports the shooting to 999 / 112. Remember the quicker the emergency services are called the quicker they will arrive.<br><br>Also shout for help at the scene. 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Trauma bandages are preferable which are designed for fast application and are highly elasticated, to assist with pressure. In the absence of trauma bandages, use shirts, t-shirts and other pieces of cloth to apply a high level of pressure to the wound.<br><br></div><h3><strong><br>Larger holes?<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>If there is a large hole at the site of impact then this will need to be packed to limit further blood loss. Preferably use a haemostatic gauze dressing which is best described as a ‘Z’ shaped piece of material which can be stuffed inside of the wound. The reality is that the first aider won’t have one of these so instead use other dressings or items of clothing.<br><br>Both the trauma bandage and haemostatic dressing can be found within a <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/blog/bleed-control-kits">bleed control kit</a> which is readily available to buy on the internet.<br><br></div><h3><strong><br>Further Pressure<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>Generally speaking bandages alone will not be enough to limit blood loss from a gunshot wound. Where willing, the first aider will also need to apply direct / firm pressure using the hands over the wound until the emergency services arrive.<br><br></div><blockquote><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Tip - Don’t be afraid to use your knees or even foot to apply maximum pressure. 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In these cases use a small piece of plastic and tape it on three sides over the wound. 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</div></spina-embed><figcaption class="attachment__caption"></figcaption></figure></blockquote>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/1952021-12-09T10:37:13Z2023-11-09T15:03:54ZNano learning: Working with the TikTok generation<div>Obviously, the entire content of our schemes of work can’t be taught in this way, but there must be a place for this kind of presentation, surely? It all boils down to the main messages of the learning – what are the 4 things you absolutely need the learners to remember? What are the other pieces of the jigsaw that might take longer to process? Which elements are actually fairly irrelevant once we really take a hard look?<br><br>Why are we trying to prescribe outdated methods of learning and re-train learners’ brains all of the time? Perhaps there could be a happy medium. Certainly, learners need to learn to concentrate for set periods of time to complete a task, sit an exam or read materials for a course, but not every piece of learning needs to be delivered in the same way. <br><br>Our brains change all of the time – rewiring and creating new connections. When we scroll through social media apps, we are searching for a hit of dopamine, the neurotransmitter released by the brain that produces feelings of pleasure. There is no evidence that this scrolling will have any long term effects on our attention span – but of course, it’s good for everyone’s mental health to have a break from it.<br><br>Nano-learning is a targeted learning method designed to help learners develop their understanding of a topic through small inputs in short time frames. It has come from the idea of micro-learning but nano-learning differs in that it focuses on a single learning objective. The learning will not last more than 2-3 minutes to achieve this single objective. <br><br>This very short presentation is intended to be multi-media. It could contain: audio, infographics, pictures, captions, video. It could be used at the beginning of a day’s learning or part of the way through to summarise the learning. It could be shared with learners on a social media platform with everyone being encouraged to view pre or post course as appropriate.<br><br>Existing training materials could be reused as components of nano-learning – this would just highlight the most effective parts of those materials and use them to their best advantage. It’s always good practice to revisit existing materials regularly – what can we filter out? What can we present differently? What can stay the same as it’s absolutely working well as it is?<br><br>So, to summarise, nano-learning is:</div><ul><li>Two to three minutes long</li><li>Highly targeted – covers a single objective</li><li>Small pieces of information</li><li>Viewable on a range of devices</li><li>Easy to find</li><li>Multimedia</li></ul><div>Could this work for you and your learners as an element of teaching/training? It may well be the one piece of learning that really sticks from the topic or course. It is always great practice to drill down into the core of the learning – what is the take-home message? Nano-learning might just help with this.</div>Vickytag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/1772021-12-09T10:08:30Z2023-11-10T12:44:56ZFirst Aid for Grazes<h3><strong>Signs & Symptoms<br></strong><br></h3><div><br>Grazes can be defined as an abrasion of the upper skin layers. These are the protective layers of skin that guard the inner body. A graze will not fully penetrate these layers, but there are many fine nerve endings which will cause pain to the casualty. Alongside pain look out for the following symptoms:</div><ul><li>Red / purple patch (caused by the upper skin layer being damaged)</li><li>Minor bleeding coming out of the patch of damaged skin</li><li>Dirt / grit stuck within the area</li><li>Casualty reports a stinging pain in the area</li></ul><blockquote><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Tip - Tell the casualty that it’s only a graze and that you can easily help them get it treated&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n Tip - Tell the casualty that it’s only a graze and that you can easily help them get it treated\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"Tip - Tell the casualty that it’s only a graze and that you can easily help them get it treated"}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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However the process of cleaning the damaged area with water and patting with gauze pads can help remove dirt and minimise the risk of infection. <br><br>There is also a heightened risk of infection if there was something within the wound before it was cleaned such as a piece of glass or other material.<br><br>Infection can be spotted via the following signs and symptoms:</div><ul><li>Swelling, redness and pain around the affected area</li><li>Yellow / green pus coming out of the area</li><li>High temperature / fever (38 degrees Celsius and above)</li><li>Swollen glands in the chin, neck, armpit or groin</li></ul><div>Visit your GP or a minor medical unit if you believe a grazed area of skin has become infected.<br><br></div><blockquote><figure data-trix-attachment="{"content":"<spina-embed data-embed-type=\"Spina::Embeds::Hint\" data-embed-attributes=\"{&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Helpful hint - Infected grazes are usually treated with a successful course of antibiotics prescribed by a GP&quot;}\"><div class=\"flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8\">\n <div class=\"flex-0\">\n <svg xmlns=\"http://www.w3.org/2000/svg\" width=\"51\" height=\"61\" viewBox=\"0 0 51 61\" fill=\"none\" class=\"h-16 md:h-24 w-auto\">\n <path d=\"M30.5835 48.2917H20.4168C19.7153 48.2917 19.146 48.861 19.146 49.5625C19.146 50.264 19.7153 50.8333 20.4168 50.8333H30.5835C31.285 50.8333 31.8543 50.264 31.8543 49.5625C31.8543 48.861 31.285 48.2917 30.5835 48.2917ZM30.5835 53.375H20.4168C19.7153 53.375 19.146 53.9443 19.146 54.6458C19.146 55.3473 19.7153 55.9167 20.4168 55.9167H30.5835C31.285 55.9167 31.8543 55.3473 31.8543 54.6458C31.8543 53.9443 31.285 53.375 30.5835 53.375ZM31.2189 58.4583H19.7814L22.8009 60.4459C23.1923 60.7967 23.7667 61 24.364 61H26.6388C27.2336 61 27.8105 60.7967 28.202 60.4459L31.2189 58.4583ZM40.7502 23.3859C40.7502 32.4571 32.5812 38.5927 32.5812 45.75H27.5259C27.5182 41.0276 29.7371 37.1363 31.9001 33.3797C33.8343 30.012 35.6668 26.8298 35.6668 23.3859C35.6668 16.7979 30.3929 13.7987 25.4925 13.7987C20.5998 13.7987 15.3335 16.7979 15.3335 23.3859C15.3335 26.8298 17.166 30.012 19.1002 33.3797C21.2632 37.1363 23.4846 41.0276 23.4719 45.75H18.4191C18.4191 38.5927 10.2502 32.4571 10.2502 23.3859C10.2502 13.9233 17.8701 8.71537 25.4925 8.71537C33.1201 8.71537 40.7502 13.9283 40.7502 23.3859ZM50.9168 21.6296V25.1168H44.4661C44.5169 24.55 44.5627 23.9781 44.5627 23.3859C44.5627 22.7835 44.5195 22.2065 44.4737 21.6321L50.9168 21.6296ZM23.8532 4.97404V0H27.3378V4.99183C26.7227 4.93592 26.1076 4.90288 25.4925 4.90288C24.9461 4.90288 24.3996 4.92829 23.8532 4.97404ZM14.3397 8.26296L11.6964 3.33213L14.7667 1.68512L17.4024 6.59817C16.34 7.05821 15.3132 7.61737 14.3397 8.26296ZM41.2458 12.6728L46.1817 9.12967L48.2125 11.9636L42.9919 15.7075C42.5065 14.6146 41.9168 13.6055 41.2458 12.6728ZM33.5954 6.60071L36.2336 1.68512L39.304 3.33213L36.6581 8.2655C35.6872 7.61992 34.6603 7.06329 33.5954 6.60071ZM8.00587 15.7075L2.78529 11.9662L4.81608 9.13221L9.752 12.6728C9.081 13.603 8.49387 14.612 8.00587 15.7075ZM42.8445 31.5243L48.8276 33.949L47.5212 37.1795L41.3576 34.6836C41.8914 33.6745 42.3946 32.6198 42.8445 31.5243ZM9.52833 34.4599L3.54016 37.1541L2.11175 33.9745L8.05925 31.3006C8.49895 32.4012 9.0022 33.4483 9.52833 34.4599ZM6.53425 25.1168H0.0834961V21.6296H6.52662C6.48087 22.204 6.43766 22.7835 6.43766 23.3859C6.43766 23.9781 6.48341 24.55 6.53425 25.1168Z\" fill=\"#77A138\"></path>\n</svg>\n\n </div>\n <div class=\"flex-1\">\n Helpful hint - Infected grazes are usually treated with a successful course of antibiotics prescribed by a GP\n </div>\n</div></spina-embed>","contentType":"application/vnd+spina.embed+html"}" data-trix-content-type="application/vnd+spina.embed+html" class="attachment attachment--content"><spina-embed data-embed-type="Spina::Embeds::Hint" data-embed-attributes="{"text":"Helpful hint - Infected grazes are usually treated with a successful course of antibiotics prescribed by a GP"}"><div class="flex text-primary font-medium gap-4 md:gap-8">
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Casualties will be in serious pain and will have mild breathing difficulty. <br><br>Flail chest is slightly different whereby the casualty will be in extreme pain and experience severe breathing difficulties. Look out for the following signs and symptoms:</div><ul><li>Shallow breathing as the condition deteriorates</li><li>When examining the lung the detached segment can fall away when the casualty breathes in and move outwards when they exhale</li><li>High levels of pain</li><li>Unconsciousness or non-breathing</li></ul><blockquote>Helpful hint - Ask the casualty what the pain feels like on a scale of 1-10. It would be common for a 9 -10 to be reported with flail chest</blockquote><div><br></div><h3>Treatment </h3><div><br>Flail chest requires emergency medical treatment in case the broken segment places undue stress on the lungs, heart and other surrounding tissues. For this reason it is important to dial 999 / 112 stating your location and the nature of the injury. <br><br>Unfortunately the first aider will only be able to prevent the condition from worsening until help arrives. The best way to do this is to assist the casualty into a sitting position, leaning towards the injured side. Use a pillow or other similar object to place under the arm, with some pressure on the flail segment. This can help stabilize the affected area which is known to reduce the chances of underlying damage.<br><br>If the casualty is unconscious lie them in the recovery position on the affected side down, which will help minimise movement from the flail segment.<br><br>The worst case scenario is that cardiac arrest will occur through the underlying damage to the lung. In this case report the information to 999 / 112 and immediately start Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). This should continue until medical professionals tell you to stop, or the casualty shows signs of normal breathing.</div>Billtag:train-aid.co.uk,2005:Spina::Blog::Post/2222021-11-18T11:47:13Z2023-08-31T15:11:12ZLevel 4 IQA Common Course Questions<h3>Transcript</h3><div><br><strong>Who is the awarding body?</strong> - Highfield Qualifications<br><br><strong>How many course credits?</strong> 12 Credits.<br><br><strong>Is it an accredited course?</strong> Yes, it is an Ofqual Regulated Qualification (RQF), fully accredited course.<br><br><strong>Is it recognised outside of the UK?</strong> It is a U.K based qualification, however U.K qualifications are highly sought-after internationally.<br><br><strong>Does the qualification expire?</strong> No, the qualification is yours for life and does not need to be renewed once achieved.<br><br><strong>How many guided learning hours?</strong> 90 Guided Learning Hours (GLC).<br><br><strong>How long does the average learner take to complete the qualification?</strong> Most learners take 3-4 months to complete the course. There are no official deadlines with our courses and you can take as long as required to complete the qualification. <br><strong><br>How long does the certificate take to process after I have completed the course?</strong> The certificate takes up to 10 working days to process and will be emailed to the booker of the course, following the I.V process. <br><strong><br>Will I receive a hard-copy of my certificate?</strong> No, all certificates are electronic (pdf). Certificates can be downloaded and printed once received. The certificate will be emailed to the booker of the course. <br><br><strong>What are the two course units?</strong> To complete the qualification, there is one written assignment followed by a portfolio of practical evidence. <br><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLAG8Cn4grg&list=PLf9wWAmnklCoV1Aq_m87jji4BenAvT6EZ">Unit 1- Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality of assessment (6 Credits)</a><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTmQw6huqpY&list=PLf9wWAmnklCrADgsBsz6Z5uaMXUCp3jmE">Unit 2- Internally assure the quality of assessment (6 Credits)</a><br><br><strong>How long is the unit 1 theoretical assignment?</strong> – The suggested word count is 3,000 words- however there is no official word count, you can write as much information as required. Assignments can be written in the first or third person. Most candidates pass the assignment on the first or second submission. <br><br><strong>What does the Unit 1 assignment involve?</strong> The assignment investigates: The functions, roles and responsibilities of an IQA. You will also understand key IQA documents such as an IQA sample plan, observation and meeting plan. <br><br><strong>How many references or sources of information do I need to include within the assignments?</strong> You only need to reference the Ann Gravells’ Level 4 IQA textbook which you will receive when joining the course. You can include other sources of information such as websites, journals and other text books if required. <br><br><strong>What support will I have available?</strong> Support available over the phone, the office hours are Monday-Friday (9.00am-5.00pm). Office contact number: 01737 237590 and course enquiries info@train-aid.co.uk. Our dedicated marking team iqa@train-aid.co.uk work to 5 working days to review and turn around assignment marking. You can submit as many assignment resubmissions required in order to meet the pass criteria- there are no additional resubmission fees on our courses. The Train Aid YouTube Channel contains the latest support videos to assist you with your qualification. <br><br><strong>What are the entry requirements?</strong> Candidates must be 19 years old to begin the course. Basic I.T skills are an advantage when completing the assignment and portfolio. You are also required to have access to two people or colleagues who work within a teaching or assessing role who have access to learners. <br><strong><br>Can I get funding for this course?</strong> – No we do not arrange for funding, however we do offer flexible monthly payment plans to support our learners on our courses.<br><br><strong>What does the Unit 2 IQA portfolio contain?</strong><br><br>The <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQFNF2GAk2c&t=277s&ab_channel=milperthuskymilperthuskyVerified">Unit 2 IQA portfolio</a> requires you to demonstrate that you are an active and functioning IQA within your organisation. You will be required to produce and submit completed documents such as: An observation plan, meeting plan, standardisation plan, IQA of assessment documentation report, IQA of learner work, IQA Observation of both assessors, professional discussions, minutes of meetings, standardisation activities, policies and a self-evaluation. You need to monitor a minimum of two assessors, teachers or trainers who are currently working within their role. The two candidates can be working within the same or different organisations. <br><br><strong>What if I am new to the IQA role and my organisation does not have documents such as sample plans?</strong> If you are new to the IQA role, you can create your own IQA documents to submit for your portfolio of evidence. As part of the course joining instructions, you will be provided with blank IQA templates and completed examples to assist you with the unit 2 process. <br><br><strong>Can I submit my own paper work and templates?</strong> If your organisation already has its own templates, sample plans and paperwork you can submit these documents as part of your unit 2 evidence. Our IQA marking team iqa@train-aid.co.uk will review your own organisation’s systems and update your portfolio. <br><br><br><strong>Do I have to complete the CAVA (Assessing) Qualification before I enrol onto the IQA course?</strong> You do not have to complete the <a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/categories/assessing">CAVA qualification</a> prior to the IQA course, however it is advisable that you could consider completing either CAVA or a teaching qualification in the future in order to best support your assessors. <br><br><strong>What career opportunities are available after the Level 4 IQA course?</strong> There are many <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XXQCpofeXM&t=338s&ab_channel=TrainAid">career opportunities</a> once you have achieved the Level 4 IQA course such as an in-house or freelance IQA. If you are looking to become a freelance IQA, we advise that you contact your nominated awarding body. <br><br><strong>Can I set up my own training company with this qualification?</strong> Yes, this qualification can assist you with setting up your own training company. We also recommend that you gain the CAVA, a teaching qualification and join an awarding body within your chosen area. <br><br><strong>What are the 2 different IQA course formats and do you receive different certificates?</strong> There are two course formats to select from - either online/self-paced or the two-day classroom course. Regardless of the course format, you will receive the same qualification and the course format will not show on your final certificate. <br><br><a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/courses/level-4-award-in-the-internal-quality-assurance-of-assessment-processes-and-practice-iqa?course_delivery_id=71">Online/self-paced course</a><br><a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/courses/level-4-award-in-the-internal-quality-assurance-of-assessment-processes-and-practice-iqa?course_delivery_id=50">Classroom IQA course (2 days) </a><br><br><strong>What happens if I need to take a break from my studies?</strong> You can take as long as required to complete the qualification, there are no expiry dates with the Level 4 IQA qualification. <br><br><strong>What are the progression areas after the Level 4 IQA qualification?</strong> After completing the IQA qualification, you could consider the Lead IQA course. This is a bolt-on unit where you must demonstrate you can monitor and sample the work of two qualified IQAs. <br><br><a href="https://www.train-aid.co.uk/courses/level-4-certificate-in-leading-the-internal-quality-assurance-iqa-of-assessment-processes-and-practice?course_delivery_id=89">Level 4 Certificate in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (Lead IQA) </a><br><br><strong>Do I need to be observed by a qualified IQA?</strong> To complete the IQA qualification, you will need to observe each teacher/assessor within their live teaching or assessing role and write an observation report on their practice. One of these observations must be observed by a fully qualified IQA who will provide you with constructive feedback on your communication style and how you provided support to your assessor/teacher. <br><br><strong>What if I do not know a qualified IQA?</strong> You can arrange for a Train Aid team member to observe a recording or live zoom observation. This observation costs £30 inc vat, you will need to contact the head office to arrange this. <br><br><strong>What will need to be observed?</strong> A typical IQA observation includes you, the IQA: 1) Briefing the assessor about the assessment (what you are going to be observing) 2) Observing the assessor briefing the learner 3) Observing the assessor conducting an assessment 4) The assessor debriefing the learner after the assessment. 5 The IQA (you) providing feedback to the assessor on their assessment and signing any relevant paperwork.</div>Bill