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Introduction to First Aid in Football
High Skills Training

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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Course format
56 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts), 7 PDFs and 1 Quiz
Duration
4.7 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
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Overview

Last Update: February 2026

★★ 1,500+ Positive Reviews from Learners! ★★

Gain the essential skills to respond confidently to injuries and medical emergencies in football settings with HighSkills Training’s CPD-Certified Level 3 Diploma: Introduction to First Aid in Football Training Bundle. Designed for coaches, players, sports volunteers, and football professionals, this comprehensive programme provides the knowledge and practical awareness needed to promote safety and wellbeing on and off the pitch.

Learn how to recognise and manage common football-related injuries, respond effectively to medical emergencies, administer basic first aid, and support player welfare across grassroots, academy, and semi-professional football environments.

4-in-1 Professional Development Bundle

  1. Introduction to First Aid in Football – £45
  2. Sports First Aid – £45
  3. Paediatric First Aid – £30
  4. Basic Life Support and CPR – £30

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Enrol now to access all four courses at a reduced bundle price while retaining the full individual course value.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, participants will have developed the knowledge and practical competencies to deliver immediate and appropriate first aid in football contexts. Key learning outcomes include:

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a football first aider, including ethical, legal, and cultural considerations in sports settings.
  • Learn how to develop and implement an effective Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for training sessions, matches, and football events.
  • Recognise the signs, symptoms, and appropriate responses to common illnesses and injuries affecting football players.
  • Conduct structured primary assessments using the A–E approach to identify and manage life-threatening conditions.
  • Develop practical skills in airway management, CPR, and AED use, including adaptations for sporting environments.
  • Identify and respond effectively to cardiac arrest, choking incidents, and respiratory emergencies during football activities.
  • Understand concussion recognition, assessment tools, and safe return-to-play procedures in line with current football guidance.
  • Learn how to manage severe head injuries, suspected spinal injuries, and minimise the risk of second impact syndrome.
  • Gain knowledge of fractures, dislocations, sprains, strains, muscle injuries, contusions, and wound management in football settings.
  • Apply evidence-based injury management protocols, including RICE, PEACE, and LOVE, to support recovery and rehabilitation.
  • Manage environmental and medical emergencies such as heat-related illness, hypothermia, dehydration, asthma attacks, and anaphylaxis.
  • Develop skills in psychological first aid, incident documentation, and post-injury return-to-training assessments.
  • Build confidence in pitch-side emergency response, teamwork, medical equipment preparation, and football-specific simulation scenarios.

Why Choose HighSkills Training?

CPD-Certified Certification – Recognised by employers and sports organisations.
Self-Paced Online Learning – Study anytime, anywhere, on any device.
Expert Tutor Support – Learn from qualified sports medics and experienced first aid trainers.
14-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Risk-free enrolment.
Fully Online – Complete your training at home, work, or on the go.

Student Testimonials

"The football first aid course was practical and easy to follow. I now feel confident handling injuries during matches!" — Mark L.

"Excellent content, especially the sports and paediatric modules. Perfect for youth coaches and PE teachers!" — Sophie H.

Enrol now and take advantage of our discounted bundle offer to unlock all four courses and elevate your professional credentials in sports safety and first aid!

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Curriculum

This course contains

Format: 56 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts), 7 PDFs and 1 Quiz

Duration: 4h and 43m

    • 1: Welcome to the Course 02:00
    • 2: Section Overview of Foundations of First Aid in Football 02:42
    • 3: Role and Responsibilities of the First Aider in Football 03:48
    • 4: Emergency Action Planning (EAP) for Football 03:38
    • 5: Recognising Illness and Injury in Footballers 03:32
    • 6: Dispelling Common Myths in Football First Aid 03:32
    • 7: Ethical and Cultural Considerations in Football Medicine 03:26
    • 8: Pre Order Your Accredited Certificate 01:00
    • 9: First Aid Kits and Equipment for Football Settings 03:22
    • 10: Highlights of Foundations of First Aid in Football 01:20

    • 11: Section Overview of Life-Threatening Emergencies 02:05
    • 12: Primary Survey: The A–E Approach 05:39
    • 13: Airway Management (Jaw Thrust and Manual Stabilisation in Contact Sports) 04:03
    • 14: CPR and AED Use (COVID-19 Safe Protocols) 04:34
    • 15: Recognition and Management of Cardiac Arrest in Football 03:44
    • 16: Choking and Respiratory Distress Management 03:37
    • 17: Signs and Symptoms of Life-Threatening Conditions 04:01
    • 18: Highlights of Life-Threatening Emergencies 01:17

    • 19: Section Overview of Head and Concussion Management 02:02
    • 20: Concussion Recognition and Assessment (SCAT5, FA Guidelines) 03:46
    • 21: Severe Head Trauma and Suspected Cervical Spine Injury 04:26
    • 22: Graduated Return-to-Play Protocol (FA/UEFA) 05:23
    • 23: Second Impact Syndrome Awareness 03:36
    • 24: Post-Concussion Care and Communication 04:16
    • 25: Education and Prevention in Football 04:01
    • 26: Highlights of Head and Concussion Management 01:16

    • 27: Section Overview of Trauma and Musculoskeletal Injuries 02:01
    • 28: Fractures, Dislocations and Spinal Injuries 04:43
    • 29: Sprains, Strains and Muscle Tears 04:26
    • 30: Groin and Hamstring Injuries in Footballers 03:54
    • 31: Contusions, Bleeding and Open Wounds 03:27
    • 32: Shoulder, Knee and Ankle Trauma in Football 04:12
    • 33: Burns, Blisters and Skin Injuries (Including Artificial Turf Injuries) 04:24
    • 34: Highlights of Trauma and Musculoskeletal Injuries 01:17

    • 35: Section Overview of First Aid Protocols for Football Injuries 01:48
    • 36: Understanding RICE Protocol 03:22
    • 37: Limitations of RICE 03:00
    • 38: Introducing PEACE and LOVE 03:48
    • 39: On-the-Pitch Steps to Execute Protocols 03:34
    • 40: Post-Match and Rehabilitation Care 03:23
    • 41: Key Guidelines for Coaches and First Aiders 03:33
    • 42: Highlights of First Aid Protocols for Football Injuries 01:12

    • 43: Section Overview of Environmental and Situational Emergencies 01:46
    • 44: Heat-Related Illnesses (Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke) 03:28
    • 45: Hypothermia and Cold-Weather Injuries 03:24
    • 46: Dehydration and Electrolyte Imbalances 03:32
    • 47: Asthma and Breathing Difficulties in Football 04:17
    • 48: Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis 04:47
    • 49: Crowd and Situational Emergencies 05:00
    • 50: Friendly Reminder 01:00
    • 51: Highlights of Environmental and Situational Emergencies 01:14

    • 52: Section Overview of Football-Specific First Aid Skills and Preparedness 01:44
    • 53: Pitch-Side Medical Setup and Teamwork 05:24
    • 54: Pitch-Side Medical Setup and Teamwork 05:29
    • 55: Psychological First Aid for Footballers 05:16
    • 56: Post-Incident Reporting and Documentation 04:40
    • 57: Return-to-Training and Match-Fitness Assessments 05:25
    • 58: Ongoing Education and Simulation Drills in Football 05:13
    • 59: Highlights of Football-Specific First Aid Skills and Preparedness 01:11
    • 60: Self Assessment 01:00
    • 61: Congratulations 01:00

    • 62: Sports First Aid 30:00

    • 63: Paediatric First Aid 31:00

    • 64: Basic Life Support and CPR 19:00

Description

Course 1: Introduction to First Aid in Football

Why Take This Course?

Football is a fast-paced sport where quick and effective first aid can be the difference between safe recovery and long-term consequences. This course offers:

  • Football-Specific Training: Tailored to the unique injuries, emergencies, and environments in football.
  • Life-Saving Skills: Learn critical interventions for cardiac arrest, head trauma, and severe injuries.
  • Regulation-Aligned Knowledge: Based on FA, UEFA, and international medical guidelines.
  • Confidence in Emergencies: Gain the ability to act decisively and effectively in high-pressure situations.
  • Player Welfare Focus: Support safe return-to-play decisions and long-term athlete health.
  • Career and Role Enhancement: Essential for coaches, medical staff, and anyone pursuing a role in sports medicine.

Section 1: Foundations of First Aid in Football

Section 2: Life-Threatening Emergencies

Section 3: Head and Concussion Management

Section 4: Trauma and Musculoskeletal Injuries

Section 5: First Aid Protocols for Football Injuries

Section 6: Environmental and Situational Emergencies

Section 7: Football-Specific First Aid Skills and Preparedness

Course 1: Sports First Aid

Course 2: Paediatric First Aid

Course 3: Basic Life Support and CPR

This course prepares you with the skills and knowledge required to enter this field. After completing the course, you can consider attending the following programs to get more professional certification:

  • Sports First Aid Training – Certified course focused on recognising, assessing, and managing sports-related injuries and medical emergencies, including immediate pitch-side response, injury prevention, and safe return-to-play procedures.
  • Rugby First Aid Training – Certified course focused on managing rugby-specific injuries and emergencies, including concussion, fractures, spinal injuries, soft tissue damage, and pitch-side emergency response in line with rugby safety standards.
  • Cricket First Aid Training – Certified course focused on recognising, assessing, and managing cricket-related injuries and medical emergencies, including concussion, impact injuries, fractures, soft tissue damage, dehydration, heat illness, and pitch-side emergency response in line with cricket safety guidelines.

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Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for individuals involved at all levels of the game, including:

  • Football Coaches and Managers – to provide immediate assistance to players during training or matches.

  • Players and Team Captains – to develop awareness and response skills for peer safety.

  • Club First Aiders and Physiotherapists – to enhance sport-specific emergency care knowledge.

  • Referees and Match Officials – to recognise medical incidents and coordinate effective responses.

  • Parents and Volunteers in Grassroots Football – to safeguard youth players during matches and training.

  • Medical and Sports Science Students – seeking to specialise in football medicine and first aid.

Requirements

  • No prior medical or first aid experience is necessary—this course is beginner-friendly while offering advanced insights for coaches, physiotherapists, and sports professionals.

Career path

Job Options For This Course in UK :

  • Football Coach

  • Assistant Football Coach

  • Sports Development Officer

  • Club First Aider

  • Matchday First Aider

  • Sports Physiotherapy Assistant

  • Fitness Instructor

  • Strength & Conditioning Coach

  • First Aid Trainer

  • Emergency First Responder

  • Health and Safety Officer

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