Before you can apply for your learner’s permit, you generally need a valid first aid course. In the first aid course, you learn the most important basics for responding correctly in an accident or medical emergency.
The course shows you how to stay calm, recognize dangers, and initiate life-saving immediate measures until professional help arrives.
Why is the first aid course important?
In road traffic, anyone can find themselves in a situation where quick help is crucial. The first aid course gives you confidence so that in an emergency you don’t just stand by, but know what to do.
The first aid course is mandatory for applying for the learner’s permit.
What do you learn in the first aid course?
The first aid course teaches important basics of first aid.
Typical content includes:
- Behavior in emergencies
- Securing the accident scene
- Alerting and correct procedure in emergencies
- Basic check according to ABCD
- Rescue grips
- Positioning
- Immediate measures for unconsciousness
- Resuscitation
- Cardiac massage / CPR
- Care of injured persons
- Immediate measures for suspected spinal injuries
- Immediate measures for severe bleeding
- Immediate measures for shock
- Immediate measures for heart attack
- Immediate measures for burns
- Rights and obligations in first aid
How long is the first aid certificate valid?
The first aid certificate is valid for 6 years.
If your certificate has expired, you must complete the first aid course again before you can apply for the learner’s permit.
First aid course providers
Fahrschule Gabi Senn does not offer first aid courses itself, but is happy to refer you to suitable providers.
Possible providers are:
sanarena.ch
samariter-zuerich.ch
redcross-edu.ch
Please check the current course dates, costs, and availability directly with the respective provider.
Other courses
In addition to the first aid course, you also need the traffic theory course, or VKU, on the way to the practical driving test.
Traffic Theory (VKU)
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Are there providers who offer the first aid course in English?
Yes. In Zurich, for example, there is sanarena.ch. They also offer courses in English.
How many hours does the first aid course take?
10 hours. It is divided into 2 days.
How much does the first aid course cost?
Between CHF 100 and CHF 180 depending on the provider.
After the first aid course: Plan your driving lessons
After the first aid course and the learner’s permit, you can start your driving lessons.
At Fahrschule Gabi Senn, you learn step by step to drive safely and confidently. Driving lessons are available in Dietikon, Glanzenberg, Schlieren, Urdorf, Zurich West, Altstetten, Albisrieden, and Triemli, depending on arrangement.
