COURSES OFFERED
Lifesaver International First Aid (Advanced)
This is a 5-day course. After successful completion one is issued with an Internationally recognised certificate which expires after 3 years.
Basic First Aid
This is a 2-day course. After completion of the course, one is given a certificate of attendance.
Basic Life Support (CPR)
This course runs for 4 hours.
Nurse Aide
This is a 2-week course. After successful completion of the exams, one receives an Internationally recognised certificate that expires after 3 years. Participants are encouraged to do a three-month attachment.
Ambulance Technician (AT)
Starting in 2026, the Allied Health Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe (AHPCZ) will transition the Ambulance Technician course to a "National Certificate in Paramedics." This program will be affiliated with the Higher Education Examinations Council (HEXCO), enabling participants to obtain a HEXCO qualification. For further information, please contact us.
Trainer of Trainer (TOT)
This is a 5-day course. After successful completion one is issued with a certificate of competence.
About our courses
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All our courses start from
8 am - 4 pm (GMT+2)
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We have 4 training Centres, that is, in Harare, Bulawayo, Gweru and Mutare
The courses can be conducted outside our Training Centres upon request.
First Aid tip video of the month
First Aid tip of the month
What is a fever?
A fever is when a person has a persistent high temperature above 38°C (100.4°F). This is typically caused by a bacterial or viral infection and is often associated with symptoms such as a sore throat, earache, measles, meningitis, or chickenpox. Beware of recent overseas travel. If a young child’s temperature rises above 39°C (102. 2°F), this can be dangerous and might trigger a seizure.
Signs and symptoms
Look for:
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a persistently high temperature - above 38°C.
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feeling cold, with goose pimples, shivering, and chattering teeth.
Later they may have:
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hot, flushed skin, and sweating
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a headache
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general aches and pains.
What to do
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If someone has a fever, help make them comfortable and keep them cool, ideally in bed with a sheet or light duvet.
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Do not use a sponge to cool them as there is a risk of overcooling.
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Give the casualty plenty of cool drinks to replace any fluid loss through sweating.
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If they’re feeling unwell, you can give them the recommended dose of paracetamol for an adult, or the recommended dose of paracetamol syrup for a child.
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Do not give aspirin to anyone under the age of 16.
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Monitor their level of response until they recover.
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If you are worried, seek medical advice.
In a child, contact the GP surgery if:
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they are under 3 months and have a temperature over 38°C
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they are 3-6 months and have a temperature over 39°C
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the temperature has lasted for over five days
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they do not want to eat or drink
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they are dehydrated - nappies that are not very wet, they have sunken eyes
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you are worried about them.
In a child, call 0774 452 233 if they:
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have a stiff neck
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have a rash that does not fade when you press it with a glass
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are bothered by light
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have a fit (febrile convulsion) for the first time.
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