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Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer Community First Responder (CFR) with the Scottish Ambulance Service.

Please speak to your local representative before submitting an application.

To become a volunteer First Responder you must be: 

• at least 18 years old 
• have a full driving license with a maximum of three penalty points
• able to demonstrate and maintain a level of fitness to meet the role
• an effective communicator with good interpersonal skills
• able to demonstrate logical approach
• work under pressure, yet stay calm
• have a desire to learn
• reside or work in the area in which the scheme is based
• able to respond without delay to incidents
• complete a criminal records check (Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check)
• have some first aid knowledge (not essential)
• long term commitment to the role

If you are interested in becoming a Community First Responder, please complete this form. 

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• Community First Responders
  • What Types of Emergencies does a Community First Responder attend
  • How Do I Become a Community First Responder
  • Current Community First Responder Schemes
  • Community Cardiac Responders
• Automated External Defibrillators
• Performance
• Engaging with our Communities
• Community Resilience
• Consultations
• What Matters to You
• Volunteering with us as a Patient Representative
• Hot Weather Advice

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