Course Overview
The Diploma in Sports First Aid Level 4 is designed to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and advanced practical skills required to respond effectively to sports-related injuries and medical emergencies. This qualification focuses on injury assessment, emergency procedures, casualty management, and professional responsibilities within sporting environments.
This course is ideal for sports coaches, PE teachers, personal trainers, athletes, gym staff, and professionals working in sports, fitness, and recreational settings.
By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:
Understand the role and responsibilities of a Sports First Aider
Apply legal responsibilities and duty of care in sports environments
Conduct primary and secondary surveys to assess injured participants
Perform full-body examinations and monitor vital signs
Manage minor, major, and environmental sports injuries
Perform CPR and place a casualty in the recovery position
Recognise signs and symptoms of heart attack, seizures, asthma, concussion, and frostbite
Use first aid kits, bandages, dressings, and CPR aids correctly and safely
This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and confidence required to:
(Exact certification details may vary depending on awarding body requirements.)
This course is suitable for:
No prior experience is required, although a basic understanding of first aid may be beneficial.
Introduction to Sports First Aid
Roles, Responsibilities, and Professional Standards
Primary and Secondary Survey Techniques
Management of Minor and Major Sports Injuries
Environmental Injuries and Risk Awareness
CPR, AED Awareness, and Emergency Procedures
First Aid Equipment and Casualty Care
The course is delivered through fully online, interactive modules featuring professional audio voiceover, case studies, and practical scenario-based exercises. Learners can study at their own pace using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone, with 24/7 learning assistance available.
Assessment is knowledge-based and conducted online. It includes:
Learners may retake the final assessment as many times as required at no additional cost.
This course is CPD accredited and endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated training provision. While the endorsement recognises the course’s educational value, it is not regulated by Ofqual.
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a FREE CPD Accredited digital certificate. A printed CPD certificate can be requested for a small postal fee. Learners may also order an endorsed certificate issued by the Quality Licence Scheme as formal recognition of achievement (additional fees apply).
While certificates do not have an expiry date, annual renewal is recommended to ensure knowledge remains current with best practices.
Successful learners may progress to:
Is this Diploma in Sports First Aid Level 4 course accredited?
Yes, this course is CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accredited.
Is learning support available?
Yes, learners have access to 24/7 online learning assistance.
Will I receive a certificate after completing this course?
Yes, learners receive a FREE CPD Accredited digital certificate, with options for printed and endorsed certificates.
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£125.00
Easy to follow and relevant information. Option to re-do quizzes was great too.
4 months agoGot way more than I expected with this course. Extremely detailed. You're able to engage in the modules as much or as little as your time availability. I highly recommend.
4 months agoThe course was very in-depth, informative and covered quite a wide variety of subjects.
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