First aid refresher

Summary

This annual first aid refresher training is intended for certified first aid responders who need to maintain and refresh their knowledge and practical skills. The programme is modular, with different topics covered each year. Participants practise essential first aid techniques such as CPR, AED use and responding to realistic emergency situations.

Target Audience

• Certified first aid responders who are required to follow annual refresher training
• Employees responsible for providing first aid in the workplace

Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Refresh and maintain their essential first aid knowledge and skills
• Recognise and respond appropriately to life-threatening situations
• Perform CPR and correctly use an AED
• Apply first aid techniques during practical emergency scenarios

Additional information

An annual refresher course of at least 4 hours is legally required to maintain the knowledge and skills acquired during the Basic First Aid training.

This training is recognised by the Belgian Federal Public Service Employment, Labour and Social Dialogue (FPS Employment) and complies with the Royal Decree of 15 December 2010.

First aid accreditation: KBO 0726 384 894.

Trainers

Robby

With over 20 years in acute care, I combine hands-on field experience with a passion for teaching. I started my career in 2001 as an emergency and MUG/PIT paramedic and have been an active firefighter-paramedic since 2011, responding daily to critical situations. I lecture in Emergency Medical Assistance (Dringende Geneeskundige Hulp (DGH)) and provide tailored first aid training for companies. As a certified "BWM-CPR expert for the KCCE, het Federaal Kenniscentrum voor Civiele Veiligheid", I deliver high-impact, up-to-date medical training. Holding degrees in Nursing and Emergency & Intensive Care, I always ensure my courses are practical, relevant, and scientifically grounded. Safety and commitment are my top priorities.