FIRST AID & CPR TRAINING PROGRAMME – Global Edge Training Institute 59 views

You need a valid Namibian First Aid and CPR instructor certification, typically accredited by the Namibian Qualifications Authority (NQA) or recognised bodies like the Red Cross Society of Namibia. A background in healthcare (e.g., nursing, paramedicine) or vocational education is strongly preferred, and you must maintain current clinical or training practice as per Ministry of Health and Social Services guidelines.

You’ll deliver practical, hands-on sessions in community centres, workplaces, or schools across urban and rural Namibia, often adapting content for low-resource settings and diverse language groups. Daily tasks include setting up manikins and AED trainers, assessing learners using NQA-aligned competency checks, and completing Namibia Training Authority (NTA)-required documentation after each course.

Respect for elders and hierarchical communication is common, so trainers often consult senior health officials or community leaders before scheduling rural sessions. Punctuality is valued, but flexibility is expected due to transport challenges and communal decision-making — especially when coordinating with local councils or mining sites under the Mine Health and Safety Act.

Trainers can advance to lead trainer or curriculum developer roles with institutions registered under the NTA, or pursue specialisation in occupational health through the Namibian Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (NIOHS). Some transition into public health outreach with the Ministry of Health or NGOs implementing WHO-aligned emergency response programmes in regions like Ohangwena or Zambezi.

Full-time trainers employed by registered institutes usually receive 22 days annual leave, sick leave per the Labour Act, and access to medical aid schemes — though coverage varies by employer size and sector. Pension contributions follow the Namibian Pension Funds Act, with many employers offering participation in the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) if contracted through public institutions or parastatals.