CRITICAL INCIDENT TRAINING AT SHIPLEY COLLEGE!

Shipley College recently hosted a large-scale Critical Incident training event, designed to test and enhance the real-time emergency response skills of its Health & Care students.

The top floor of the Exhibition Building was transformed into a high-pressure emergency scenario. Students were tasked with responding to a major road traffic accident simulation, featuring volunteer casualties covered in realistic wounds and fake blood.

Participants worked through the full emergency response process, from accident scene assessment and triage to providing hands-on treatment for simulated injuries such as broken bones and concussions. The exercise also involved key emergency procedures, including calling for air ambulance support, using evacuation chairs, and accounting for missing individuals.

This immersive 3D training environment allowed students to practise their communication skills, decision-making, and ability to remain calm under pressure—essential qualities for careers in the NHS and allied healthcare professions.

A spokesperson for Shipley College said:

"At Shipley College, we are committed to using innovation and real-world scenarios to train our Health & Care students for the challenges they will face in their careers. In real emergencies, there is often chaos and unpredictability, so we are working to make this as realistic a scenario as possible. This exercise will push our students to apply everything they’ve learned in a high-stakes, real-life situation, testing their professionalism and ability to perform under pressure. Thanks to our strong partnership with Bradford Royal Infirmary, many of our students go on to secure placements and careers in the NHS, gaining valuable experience from events like this."

Shipley College offers a range of Health & Care courses, including Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, and Radiography, all designed to equip students with the practical skills and knowledge required for successful careers in healthcare.