Inside the AID Training Centre: A Day in the Life of a Trainee

Inside the AID Training Centre, a sense of purpose and urgency fills the air from the moment trainees walk through the doors. A typical day begins early, with participants arriving in comfortable clothing, ready to immerse themselves in a hands-on, high-impact learning environment. The training centre is designed to resemble real-life settings—complete with mock accident scenes, medical equipment, mannequins for CPR, and a variety of first aid kits—giving the entire space an immersive, practical feel. The day starts with a briefing from the instructor, usually an experienced emergency responder or medical professional, who outlines the objectives and scenarios that will be tackled during the session.

One station might simulate a road accident, complete with a “victim” suffering from a broken limb and shock symptoms. Here, the trainees must apply bandaging techniques, immobilize the injury, and provide emotional reassurance while waiting for help. Another station might involve a scenario of a workplace accident, where a colleague has suffered a burn or chemical exposure. In such cases, trainees learn how to cool and cover the wound appropriately, ensuring the victim is kept calm and safe. By midday, the trainees have already performed multiple hands-on exercises, corrected their techniques through real-time feedback, and begun to build confidence.