The case for first aid education in schools is simple: everyone should be given the opportunity to learn the skills needed to save a life.
Not only is it fun and easy to learn, it also provides children with the chance to develop confidence and leadership skills along with the knowledge that they can help others when it is needed most.
The concept has huge support. In a recent survey by St John Ambulance, 97 per cent of teachers expressed their enthusiasm for young people learning first aid in school. Yet, when questioned only 21 per cent were able to offer the training in their own educational establishments, citing a lack of time and funding as barriers.
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