Govt makes online first-aid training mandatory for govt schoolteachers

The Delhi Government has launched a new initiative to ensure that every teacher in its schools is prepared to handle health emergencies. An online first-aid training programme has been made mandatory for all teachers working in government schools across the city.

The course, titled “First Aid – To Improve Human Reaction in Challenging Health Situations,” has been developed by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT). It began on October 9 and will end on October 19 through a massive open online course (MOOC) format, which allows teachers to access lessons and complete the modules at their own pace.

According to the circular issued by the SCERT, the programme aims to raise awareness about the importance of first aid and help teachers respond effectively during unexpected medical situations.

It also highlights the need for maintaining proper first-aid kits in classrooms and providing immediate care to students in cases of injuries, fainting or bleeding.

“The objective of the initiative is to raise awareness on the inevitability of health situations where first aid is applicable, sensitise them about the significance of readiness in unexpected health situations, make them aware of the importance of having first-aid kits in classrooms and schools and demonstrate the use of first aid where essential,” the circular stated.

Teachers will be required to score at least 70 per cent marks in each assessment module to qualify for certification. Upon completion, they can download their certificates online.

Officials said the initiative reflects the Delhi Government’s focus on improving school safety, promoting health awareness and empowering teachers to act confidently during emergencies.

To continue till October 19

The course, titled “First Aid – To Improve Human Reaction in Challenging Health Situations,” has been developed by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT). It began on October 9 and will end on October 19 through a massive open online course (MOOC) format, which allows teachers to access lessons and complete the modules at their own pace. To help them respond effectively during emergency medical situations