The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

A learner credited with this unit standard will be capable of identifying, containing, preventing and extinguishing different types of fires by operating basic fire fighting equipment.

The qualifying learner will be capable of:

• Identifying different types of fires.
• Operating basic fire fighting equipment.
• Perform basic fire fighting procedures. 
• Explaining and practice fire prevention.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 252250

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 2

Credits: 3

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R980.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request.
No of learners: On site minimum 6, maximum 25.

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

The purpose of this unit standard is to enable learners to apply basic health and safety legislation in the form of standards and procedures governing health and safety in the workplace to ensure that they contribute to a safe, healthy environment for themselves and others.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 9964

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 2

Credits: 3

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R1180.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request.
No of learners: On site minimum 6, maximum 25.

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

This unit standard is for persons who have the responsibility to lift and move material and equipment by means of a forklift.

Persons credited with this unit standard are able to: 

• Explain the specified requirements pertaining to lifting, securing, transferring and positioning of loads.
• Prepare for lifting, securing, transferring and positioning of loads.
• Operate the forklift.
• Perform post-lifting, securing, transferring and positioning activities.

The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within this unit standard contribute to social and economic transformation and the upliftment and economic growth of the mining and minerals sector by lifting and moving material and equipment by means of a forklift as part of the mining process.

This unit standard is intended to promote general skills, knowledge and understanding of persons responsible for lifting and moving material and equipment by means of a forklift in the mining and minerals sector in order to ensure knowledgeable, competent and informed workers.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 244365

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 2

Credits: 3

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R769.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request.
No of learners: On site minimum 6, maximum 25.

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

Learners who demonstrate competence as described in the outcomes of this unit standard will be able to receive, handle and store hazardous chemicals safely in a processing environment.

The qualifying learner is able to: 

• Prepare to receive hazardous chemicals.
• Receive and check chemicals.
• Handle chemicals safely.
• Conduct post-handling processes.
• Store hazardous chemicals for production requirements

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 244073

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 2

Credits: 4

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R850.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request.
No of learners: On site minimum 6, maximum 25.

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

This unit standard is for persons required to assess the emergency situation and providing basic Life Support and basic First Aid in order to stabilise patients prior to transfer to the emergency services.

People credited with this unit standard are able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of emergency scene management
• Demonstrate an understanding of elementary anatomy and physiology
• Assess an emergency situation
• Apply First Aid procedures to the life-threatening situation
• Treat common injuries 

UNIT STANDARD / SAQA ID: 119567

NQF LEVEL: 2

Credits: 5

Course duration: 2 Days

Time: 08h00-16h00
Price: R750.00 pp
Cost includes: First aid training manual; CPR Mouthpiece and Gloves, Certificate of competence valid for 3 years.
Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre.
Dates: Available upon request.
No of learners: On site minimum 6, maximum 25.
Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

This Unit Standard will be useful for employees to enable them to provide primary emergency care (first aid) in response to an occupational risk induced or any health emergency in their specific workplaces.

Qualifying learners are able to:

• Demonstrate the principles of primary emergency care.
• Assess and control a single injury emergency scene in the workplace.
• Demonstrate primary emergency life support for adults, children and infants.
• Explain and manage shock.
• Carry out secondary assessment of the sick or injured person and provide appropriate primary emergency care at the scene.
• Keep records of the incident/accident. 

UNIT STANDARD / SAQA ID: 120496

NQF LEVEL: 2

Credits: 5

Course duration: 3 Days
Time: 08h00-16h00
Price: R1280.00 pp
Cost includes: First aid training manual; CPR Mouthpiece and Gloves, Certificate of competence valid for 3 years.
Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre.
Dates: Available upon request.
No of learners: On site minimum 6, maximum 25.
Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

The qualifying learner is capable of:

Demonstrating an integrated practical and theoretical grounding in Crane Operations according to safe handling and maintenance practices in compliance with crane manufacturer’s and legislated standards.

The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved.

Learners who master the applied competence described in this unit standard will contribute to the development of a professional community of Civil Engineering Construction Crane Operators who are able to competently use science and technology when applying operation techniques
The contribution to socio-economic transformation is that learners will be able to undergo RPL-assessment and thereby receive recognition for previous learning and experience. This in turn will enhance the employability and career prospects of learners employed in this sector.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 116235

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 2

Credits: 5

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: Contact TC FOR PRICE
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request.
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

This unit standard is to enable the first responder to react to emergencies at an advanced first aid level, until the arrival of more professional emergency personnel.

Qualifying learners will be capable of:

• Explaining the principles of advanced first aid in emergencies.
• Demonstrating an advanced level of preparedness to deal with sudden illness or emergency.
• Assessing and managing an emergency scene/disaster.
• Describing the anatomy and explaining the physiology of the human body systems in terms of injury or sudden illness.
• Applying primary first aid for all age groups according to accepted current first aid protocols.
• Explaining and managing shock.

  NB: The certificate of competence associated with this Unit Standard will be valid for only three years to ensure the holder’s continued competency through regular re-assessment.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 376480

NQF LEVEL: 3
Credits: 8

Course duration: 3 Days
Time: 08h00-16h00
Price: R1800.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

The FIRST AID ESSENTIALS FOR CHILDREN course is intended primarily for those who are expected to provide CPR and first aid directly to children. The course targets all lay responders such as parents, caregivers, guardians, domestic workers, or family members of a child at high risk for sudden death, and other laypersons wanting to learn first aid essentials for children.

The course provides hands-on practice in the skills of first aid for children in the home, including accident prevention, medical emergencies, trauma injuries, environmental emergencies, CPR, choking and the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). A 20-page student workbook is provided to each participant for review before, during and after the course.

After completing the course, each participant will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

This course is an attendance only course and is not accredited as a level 1 first Aid course by the Department of Labour.

Course Duration: 6hrs

Price: R500.00 pp

Number of Participants: On site minimum 10, maximum 15

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

The CPR for EVERYONE course is designed to teach the techniques of CPR and choking in adults, children and infants, and the use of the AED to lay rescuers, particularly those who are expected to respond to emergencies in their occupation or workplace. The Course is ideal for security personnel, law enforcement officers, firefighters, lifeguards, swimming coaches, health and fitness staff, corporate and retail employees and other lay responders.

The Course provides hands-on practice in the skills of CPR and choking for adults, children and infants, including the use of barrier devices and pocket masks, and how to activate the emergency services. A 17-page colour manual is provided to each participant for review before, during and after the course.

The student will be required to pass a 15 question multiple choice test and successfully pass 3 skills tests before receiving a numbered Resuscitation Council of Southern Africa certificate of competence in CPR, choking and AED.

Course duration: 5 Hours
Time: 08h00-13h00
Price: R750.00 pp
Cost includes: CPR training manual; CPR Mouthpiece and gloves; Certificate of competence valid for 2 years
Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: maximum 9
Course Accreditation: Resus Council of Southern Africa (RCSA)

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

This Unit Standard will be useful for employees to enable them to provide primary emergency care (first aid) in response to an occupational risk induced or any health emergency in their specific workplaces.

Qualifying learners are able to:

• Demonstrate the principles of primary emergency care.
• Assess and control a single injury emergency scene in the workplace.
• Demonstrate primary emergency life support for adults, children and infants.
• Explain and manage shock.
• Carry out secondary assessment of the sick or injured person and provide appropriate primary emergency care at the scene.
• Keep records of the incident/accident.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 120496

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 2
Credits: 5

Course duration: 1 Day

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R980.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

This standard is in the core category of the NQF Level 3 National Certificate in CTFL Mechanician Processes. Learners who are assessed competent with this unit standard are able to explain the legal, safety, environmental and specified procedures in health, safety and environmental practices, use relevant safety and protective equipment, clothing and machine guards in the CTFL sector as well as explain and apply housekeeping practices and measures.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 116455

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 3

Credits: 3

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R1460.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

Persons credited with this unit standard will be able to:

• Explain the legal and specified requirements for conducting continuous risk assessments.
• Prepare to conduct a continuous risk assessment.
• Conduct a continuous risk assessment.
• Initiate remedial action and follow up on Continuous Risk Assessment. 

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 120330

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 3

Credits: 4

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R1560.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard are required by people in the field of manufacturing and engineering. 
The learning outcomes in this unit standard also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for various NQF level 3 manufacturing and engineering qualifications. 
Qualifying learners can apply relevant safety, health and environmental protection procedures in their place of work to maintain a safe and productive work area. They are able to explain safety, health and environmental objectives, standards and regulations at the workplace, perform safety inspections, and identify and report on unsafe conditions.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

This unit standard has been designed as part of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for safety, health and environmental protection in the field of manufacturing and engineering.

The credits allocated to this unit standard assume that a learner has already learned to

• Work safely and use safety equipment

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The learner is required to apply safety, health and environmental protection procedures as described in the specific outcomes of this standard in his/her area of work.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 13223

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 3

Credits: 6

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R1180.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

This standard is in the core category of the NQF Level 3 National Certificate in CTFL Mechanician Processes. Learners who are assessed competent with this unit standard are able to explain the legal, safety, environmental and specified procedures in health, safety and environmental practices, use relevant safety and protective equipment, clothing and machine guards in the CTFL sector as well as explain and apply housekeeping practices and measures.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 116455

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 3
Credits: 6

Course duration: 1 Day

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R1250.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

This Unit Standard is intended for all managers who should know the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and the consequences of non-compliance. It will be useful for managers at all levels as well as safety and security officers, compliance officers and learners in commercial and industrial insurance.

The qualifying learner is capable of:

• Explaining the basic principles of the Act and accompanying Regulations.
• Explaining the requirements for minimum compliance stipulated in the Act.
• Interpreting the management controls required to achieve compliance.
• Explaining the obligations of managers in terms of communication and training.

Unit Standard / SAQA ID: 242668

Course Accreditation: FP&M SETA

NQF LEVEL: 4

Credits: 4

Course duration:

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R1180.00 pp
Venue: On site or at AidMED Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Course is available to any healthcare professional who is registered as a Medical or Dental Practitioner, Intern, Junior Intern, Professional Nurse, Clinical Technologist or Advanced Life Support Paramedic. Participants must be in possession of a valid AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider Certificate. 

ACLS is a practical, simulated case-based Course that will enhance resuscitation skills in the management of cardiac arrest and peri-arrest patients. Ideal performance is initially demonstrated via video and Instructor. Learning is facilitated by extensive hands-on practice, with each participant getting several opportunities to lead their team in simulated clinical scenarios, guided by positive and constructive feedback.

Candidates will be competent to recognize and initiate the management of cardiac arrest and peri-arrest conditions. Participants will be able to apply a systematic and algorithm-based approach to the management of respiratory arrest, ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia, pulseless electrical activity and asystole, stable and unstable tachycardias and bradycardias.

Candidates will be able to identify and treat ischaemic chest pain, expedite the care of acute coronary syndromes and stroke, and provide effective initial care and transfer to reduce disability and death. Participants will be able to demonstrate effective communication skills and leadership of a resuscitation team

Course Accreditation: American Heart Association (AHA)

CEU: 28 (including 2 ethics points)

Course Duration: 2 Days

Time: 08h00-16h00

Price: R4500.00 pp

Cost Include: A comprehensive study package comprising a 183-page American Heart Association ACLS Provider Manual and Pocket Reference Card, together with a 102-page Handbook of Emergency Cardiovascular Care is supplied prior to ACLS Course participation. Candidates will receive an American Heart Association ACLS card and Certificate upon successful Course completion valid for 2 years.

Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

The Basic Life Support course is intended for participants who provide health care to patients in a wide variety of settings , including in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings.

These healthcare providers may include (but are not limited to) doctors, nurses, paramedics, medical technicians, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, doctors’ assistants, registrars, interns, medical and nursing students in training, aides, medical and nursing assistants and other allied health personnel.

The course is also designed for anyone who is required to take a Healthcare Provider course for employment. The course is a pre-requisite for advanced life support courses in resuscitation, including Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Advanced Neonatal Life Support (ANLS); Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS), BLS Instructor course; and is an entry requirement for certain post-graduate examinations offered by the CMSA (EG. DipPEC (SA)).

The course comprises 36 lessons and teaches the skills of CPR and choking for victims of all ages, including ventilation with barrier devices, pocket masks, bag-valve-mask devices with supplemental oxygen, and the use of Automated External Defibrillators.

A 62-page A4 BLS Provider student manual is provided to each participant for review before, during and after the course. For successful completion of the course, participants will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in CPR and AED use, and obtain a score of at least 84% in the final written evaluation. 

Course Accreditation: American Heart Association (AHA)

CEU: 10 (including 1 ethics points)

Course duration: 7 Hours
Time: 08h00-16h00
Price: R1350.00 pp
Cost includes: A 62-page A4 BLS Provider student manual is provided to each participant for review before, during and after the course. Certificate of competence valid for 2 years.
Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre
Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

CPR for Professionals is a locally produced course designed to teach the skills of CPR and choking for victims of all ages, including ventilation with barrier devices, pocket masks, bag-valve-mask devices with supplemental oxygen, and the use of Automated External Defibrillators to all healthcare providers in both hospital and out-of-hospital settings. These healthcare providers may include (but are not limited to) doctors, nurses, paramedics, medical technicians, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, doctor’s assistants, registrars, interns, medical and nursing students in training, aides, medical and nursing assistants and other allied health personnel.

The course is also designed for anyone who is required to take a Healthcare Provider Course for employment. The course is accepted as a prerequisite for advanced courses in resuscitation, including Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Neonatal Life Support (ANLS), and Local Instructor courses.

A 25-page CPR for Professionals student manual is provided to each participant for review before, during and after the course. For successful completion of the course, participants will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in CPR and AED use, and obtain a score of at least 84% in the final written evaluation.

Course Accreditation: Resus Council of Southern Africa (RCSA)

CEU: 10 (including 1 ethics points)

Course duration: 6 Hours
Time: 08h00-13h00
Price: R850.00 pp
Cost includes: A 25-page CPR for Professionals student manual is provided to each participant for review before, during, and after the course. Certificate of competence valid for 2 years
Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre

Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

PALS is a practical, case-based Course that will enhance one’s skills in the evaluation and management of an infant or child with respiratory compromise, circulatory compromise or cardiac arrest. Ideal performance is initially demonstrated via video and Instructor. Learning is facilitated by extensive hands-on practice, with each participant getting several opportunities to lead their team in simulated clinical scenarios, guided by positive and constructive feedback.

Candidates will be able to perform a systematic approach to the assessment of a seriously ill or injured child, recognize and manage a child in respiratory distress and failure, compensated and hypotensive shock. Participants will be able to recognize and manage a child with a life-threatening bradyarrhythmia, tachyarrhythmia or arrest rhythm, and prevent further deterioration during stabilization and transfer. Candidates will be able to perform effective respiratory management skills, including the use of oxygen delivery devices, ventilation and intubation, as well as the appropriate use of electrical therapy, including defibrillation and synchronized cardioversion, and IV access techniques including intra-osseous and fluid bolus administration. Participants must be in possession of an American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certificate.

Course Accreditation: American Heart Association (AHA)

CEU: 29 (including 1 ethics points)

Course Duration: 2 Days

Price: R4500.00 pp

Cost includes: A comprehensive study package comprising a 280-page American Heart Association PALS Provider Manual and Pocket Reference Card is supplied prior to PALS Course participation. Certificate of competence valid for 2 years
Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre

Dates: Available upon request
No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25

The course comprises of the following learning outcomes:

The ITLS ® provider courses are aimed at basic and intermediate life support, advanced life support (ALS) paramedics, nurses and medical doctors who wish to further their knowledge in the management of trauma patients in the pre-hospital setting.

Course Completion Card or Certificate

On successful completion of the course (written and practical assessment), participants will receive an ITLS ® course completion certificate. The certificate is valid for three years.

Student Materials

Course applicants will be required to purchase and download their own e-book for the course: the 8th Edition Manuals will no longer be used on any of the ITLS courses going forward. The manual can be found: https://www.vitalsource.com/za/products/international-trauma-life-support-for- emergency-v9781292357683

CEU: 23 (including 1 ethics points)

Course Accreditation: International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)

Course Duration: 2 Days

Courses available:

• ITLS Basic
• ITLS Intermediate
• ITLS Advanced

Price: R4600.00 pp

Venue: On site or at AidMed Training Centre

No of Participants: On site minimum 6, maximum 25