The St John First Aid in Schools Program is a free program that teaches primary school children lifesaving skills to give them the confidence to act in an emergency.
Through fun and informative activities, we give students the life skill of First Aid. Children are encouraged to act with confidence & help in the case of an emergency.
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About the Schools Program
So far, we have taught more than ten thousand children since the program started.
The knowledge and skills gained in our First Aid in Schools Program will develop First Aid awareness in school children and contribute to building a more resilient community. This learning is age-appropriate and integrates with the Tasmanian Curriculum. Bringing to life the importance of First Aid and what to do in an emergency, including calling 000 and performing CPR, is our passion.
| Kinder – Prep | Year 1 & 2 | Year 3 & 4 | Year 5 & 6 | (Limited places) Year 7 & 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Checking for danger | Checking for danger | DRSABCD | DRSABCD | DRSABCD |
| Who can help | Who can help | Who can help | Who can help | Who can help |
| Calling an ambulance | Calling an ambulance | Calling an ambulance | Calling an ambulance | Calling an ambulance |
| Managing an unconscious patient | Managing an unconscious patient | Managing an unconscious patient | Managing an unconscious patient | Managing an unconscious patient |
| Nose bleed | Managing open wounds | CPR and Defibrillation (AED) demonstration | CPR and Defibrillation (AED) demonstration | |
| Burns | Choking | Asthma | Anaphylaxis | |
| 30 Minutes | 45 Minutes | 45 Minutes | 1 Hour | 1 Hour |
Downloadable Teacher Resources are also available at the St John Ambulance Australia National Site.