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[Entonox]

Goodluck with the uniform, it's cheap rubbish imo.

They need to work on the site as it's a bit of a task finding anything you need, Working with youth means I've got to have access to many forms and subjects. It's a nightmare atm

[BritishArmyReserveCadets]

All you ever do on here is complain about SJA, is anything good about it?

[Entonox]

The people you meet along the way Best part.

[theocd]

The bitching always rises to the top 'cos it's common ground and it's a coping mechanism. At the end of the day, we wouldn't be doing it if we didn't enjoy what we did with great people for great people

The OC-D

[Entonox]

The bitching always rises to the top 'cos it's common ground and it's a coping mechanism. At the end of the day, we wouldn't be doing it if we didn't enjoy what we did with great people for great people

The OC-D

Exactly. The positives certainly outway the negatives, and as stated, you wouldn't do it if you didn't enjoy it. I love SJA and the opportunities gained. Thanks to SJA, I'm now a Student Paramedic, if i hadn't have gained the experience and support from them, i doubt I'd be in this situation now.

[BritishArmyReserveCadets]

Fair enough, wish i could do more first aid stuff through ACF

Entonox, I take it you became a student para from the positions WMAS had open a month of so ago?

[Entonox]

Yes, I applied a thankfully gained a place. There were 1000 applications for initially 42 places, but funding increased so there were 67 positions, thankfully i gained one and here i am working with a great trust.

[Handsup!]

Hi. I was thinking about joining the SJA Cadets (I'm not a legal adult, yet.) and i was wondering, what does it involve? Does it function like, the Scouts, for example? Or is it a completely different structure? Will you need a first aid kit? Hi vis jacket?

I have tons of questions on how SJA functions, so maybe a Cadet could help?

[999madtom]

Hi. I was thinking about joining the SJA Cadets (I'm not a legal adult, yet.) and i was wondering, what does it involve? Does it function like, the Scouts, for example? Or is it a completely different structure? Will you need a first aid kit? Hi vis jacket?

I have tons of questions on how SJA functions, so maybe a Cadet could help?

Just phone your local SJA unit, see if they have space and you can ask the your questions. P.S it is great! PM me any other questions.

[theocd]

It's well worth it, also, you only need to be 16 for them to consider your entry straight into an Adult Division, so if you are that old, I would definitely recommend that. - The OC-D

[Entonox]

Policy has changed (I'm a youth leader, run our local cadet division)

New members come under the new policy of Cadets until the 18th birthday (Will be the norm once renationalisation has completed 100% for all regions/counties)

Cadets are similar to other organisations such as scouts, but are focused more on First Aid.

Cadets can expect to cover Grand Prior subjects which is usually a 5 session "course" in which you will be equipped with Life skills and relevant skills that are useful in life. The can be related to first aid, such as the "Casualty care and communication skills" as well as "Personal Safety" to Photography and DIY GP Subjects.

You'll also gain a first aid qualification (Level 2 more than likely) which doesn't equate to a full First Aid certificate, but is certainly recognised and gives you the skills and know-how to treat members of the public in an emergency situation.

You would also make some great friends and extend your family, as SJA is like a family, it's great fun.

In regards to equipment, As per the new policies, St John Ambulance Cadets are to fund their own uniform (Cadet Service Delivery Uniform) in attempts to save the organisation money. The uniform essentials are around £70-£80 but DO NOT LET THIS PUT YOU OFF as there's an application to have the organisation to offer financial support and pay for the entire uniform. This is how the new system will work, but as things aren't fully in place yet, some divisions may stock the old uniform, in which is provided free of charge, or there's a system in place to provide the new uniform.

If you contact St John Ambulance, they will pass on your information to your nearest cadet division and they will contact you/your parents and discuss *everything* with you and invite you for a taster session at the unit.

Hi-Vis jackets are part of your PPE so will be provided as and when required for duties. This is not your responsibility to provide. Medical equipment (F/A kits) are also provided by the division for when you're on duty. (You will be with other members which will ensure that you're properly equipped for duty.)

To find out more, check out http://www.sja.org.uk and check out the cadets section.

Getting in contact with SJA isn't a promise that you want to join, and speaking with a local division and attending a session doesn't tie you into joining, so it's well worth getting in touch to find out more.

Any questions, post away

[Handsup!]

Policy has changed (I'm a youth leader, run our local cadet division)

New members come under the new policy of Cadets until the 18th birthday (Will be the norm once renationalisation has completed 100% for all regions/counties)

Cadets are similar to other organisations such as scouts, but are focused more on First Aid.

Cadets can expect to cover Grand Prior subjects which is usually a 5 session "course" in which you will be equipped with Life skills and relevant skills that are useful in life. The can be related to first aid, such as the "Casualty care and communication skills" as well as "Personal Safety" to Photography and DIY GP Subjects.

You'll also gain a first aid qualification (Level 2 more than likely) which doesn't equate to a full First Aid certificate, but is certainly recognised and gives you the skills and know-how to treat members of the public in an emergency situation.

You would also make some great friends and extend your family, as SJA is like a family, it's great fun.

In regards to equipment, As per the new policies, St John Ambulance Cadets are to fund their own uniform (Cadet Service Delivery Uniform) in attempts to save the organisation money. The uniform essentials are around £70-£80 but DO NOT LET THIS PUT YOU OFF as there's an application to have the organisation to offer financial support and pay for the entire uniform. This is how the new system will work, but as things aren't fully in place yet, some divisions may stock the old uniform, in which is provided free of charge, or there's a system in place to provide the new uniform.

If you contact St John Ambulance, they will pass on your information to your nearest cadet division and they will contact you/your parents and discuss *everything* with you and invite you for a taster session at the unit.

Hi-Vis jackets are part of your PPE so will be provided as and when required for duties. This is not your responsibility to provide. Medical equipment (F/A kits) are also provided by the division for when you're on duty. (You will be with other members which will ensure that you're properly equipped for duty.)

To find out more, check out http://www.sja.org.uk and check out the cadets section.

Getting in contact with SJA isn't a promise that you want to join, and speaking with a local division and attending a session doesn't tie you into joining, so it's well worth getting in touch to find out more.

Any questions, post away

That helped loads! Thanks Paramedic (I've seen your uploads on LCPDFR.com )

[Entonox]

Glad it was useful

[jpedro]

Hi guys. Soo yeah, I know it doesn't have much to do with cadets, but I've got a interview now on the 1st of June for First Aider. So I was wondering if you guys could tell me what should I expect from it, and what happens next if i pass and etc.

Thanks

[Entonox]

Is the interview for Joining St John Ambulance as a member?

[jpedro]

Is the interview for Joining St John Ambulance as a member?

Volunteering as a FA.

[Entonox]

If you're joining the organisation, and not currently a member, you'll be interviewed and asked some general information, why you want to join, what you want to gain from SJA and some basic info about yourself, nothing really major. Will be worth looking into what SJA as an organisation do other than just First Aid, so some basic background info that can be found on the website.

If accepted into the organisation you will be required to provide information for the new CRB check (criminal disclosure check thingy) and should receive a welcome letter and info for your division and an induction course.

Once you've joined as a member, you will be put through a trainee First aider (TFA) course, which will give you the basics of first aid. (enough to attend duties, but working under first aiders)

It's then up to your division to provide further training to prep for a First Aider course then you will be put on for your Full F/A course.

You no longer go straight from joining > First aider anymore due to the changes within SJA. Also, well done on getting to an interview stage, you've got in just in time as recruitment is about to be put on hold.

If you're already a member, i can't see why you'd be interviewed for your First Aid.

[jpedro]

If you're joining the organisation, and not currently a member, you'll be interviewed and asked some general information, why you want to join, what you want to gain from SJA and some basic info about yourself, nothing really major. Will be worth looking into what SJA as an organisation do other than just First Aid, so some basic background info that can be found on the website.

If accepted into the organisation you will be required to provide information for the new CRB check (criminal disclosure check thingy) and should receive a welcome letter and info for your division and an induction course.

Once you've joined as a member, you will be put through a trainee First aider (TFA) course, which will give you the basics of first aid. (enough to attend duties, but working under first aiders)

It's then up to your division to provide further training to prep for a First Aider course then you will be put on for your Full F/A course.

You no longer go straight from joining > First aider anymore due to the changes within SJA. Also, well done on getting to an interview stage, you've got in just in time as recruitment is about to be put on hold.

If you're already a member, i can't see why you'd be interviewed for your First Aid.

Thank you for your explanation, and no, I'm not a member.
They already asked me to do a DBS (CBR) check online.

How long does it take from the start of the training until you are allowed on duties?
I can't wait for the interview .

[Entonox]

Once you've done the initial induction course, which involves an introduction to what SJA is, our brand, where they will enforce it's "St John Ambulance" not "St Johns Ambulance" and then you'll do your trainee first aid bits.

After you've done this (usually a day course over a weekend) you can go on duty right away (once you've got a uniform) but your role will be a Trainee First Aider, so will be assisting other First Aiders (don't let them pile the paperwork on you)

After that, no doubt you'll be on the next available First Aid course which will enable you to go on duty as a Full F/A

Enjoy sja, it's a new family and stick out the tough times, it's well worth it.

[jpedro]

Once you've done the initial induction course, which involves an introduction to what SJA is, our brand, where they will enforce it's "St John Ambulance" not "St Johns Ambulance" and then you'll do your trainee first aid bits.

After you've done this (usually a day course over a weekend) you can go on duty right away (once you've got a uniform) but your role will be a Trainee First Aider, so will be assisting other First Aiders (don't let them pile the paperwork on you)

After that, no doubt you'll be on the next available First Aid course which will enable you to go on duty as a Full F/A

Enjoy sja, it's a new family and stick out the tough times, it's well worth it.

Thank you!
I'll do my best not to be their "paperwork boy" hahahaha.

So do you get the uniform during the initial induction course? & Are we allowed take it home and if so, can you get dressed at home and make your way to your local division or do you have to get dressed there?.
Sorry for bombing you with all the questions, is just that, I'm so excited, I can't control it...