30th March 2024

ResuscitationHolding an 8 hour first aid qualification is a requirement for BC Coaches level 1 and 2 and for Paddlesport Instructors. We recommend that all kayakers and canoeists should hold at least an 8 hour qualification, such as the British Canoeing Level 1 Aquatic First Aid.

British Canoeing Aquatic First Aid Level 1

This award is intended to address the First Aid incidents most likely to arise during the majority of canoeing situations and includes:

  • Resuscitation
  • Drowning and cold water immersion
  • Effects of heat and cold
  • Wounds and major bleeding
  • Shock

 

 

 Assessment will be on-going during the course, rather than by final examination.

Minimum age - 14 years.
Cost (L1 only): £50 (£30 for members of BADCC)
The course lasts 8 hours and will be run on a single day.

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