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The revised curriculum, which comes into force on 1 September, specifically mentions IHL at Key Stage 4 (ages 14 to 16). At this time, students will also be expected to learn how to use basic and emergency first aid.
First aid already appears on the personal and social education framework in Wales while students in Northern Ireland can learn it in learning for life and work courses. It is also likely to be included in the Curriculum for Excellence in Scotland.
Although the curriculum does not dictate how teachers should teach the subjects, they are encouraged to approach organisations like the Red Cross for support.
Teaching resources
The Red Cross has a considerable collection of original resources for schools – such as free assembly kits, lesson plans, and ten-minute briefings – that teachers can use to make learning about IHL and first aid interesting for young people.
One key resource used with young people in exploring IHL is the role play activity Raid Cross, a simulation activity game devised to help young people aged 12 to 18 years understand the humanitarian issues involved in conflict situations. Red Cross staff and volunteers can lead the game in schools. For further information, please contact reducation@redcross.org.uk.
Health and citizenship education
Mairi Allan, head of schools and community education at the British Red Cross, said: "We believe that education for young people on health and citizenship is of fundamental importance to our society.
"Both IHL and first aid education will encourage young people to consider ways in which human suffering can be reduced."
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