First aid course reimbursed by health insurer!

More and more Dutch people without a first aid diploma refuse to provide first aid when they witness an accident on the street. And that's while the first few minutes can be crucial. The cause? For people who don't know what to do, it's a barrier to help someone. During a first aid course, you learn what to do in such a case. Yet many people still postpone taking a first aid course, and the price tag also deters some. It's a shame because did you know that you can get a first aid course reimbursed by your health insurance?

Are you additionally insured? Then there is a chance that your health insurer will (partially) reimburse a first aid course. More and more health insurers recognize the importance of such preventive courses. Of course, this varies by insurer. Therefore, check carefully how this is with your health insurer and what conditions apply. Some health insurers only reimburse part of the costs (on average between 100 and 150 euros per year), others only reimburse the costs for specific first aid courses and certificates, and with other health insurers, you only need to submit an invoice.

Differences per health insurer
Are you curious about the conditions of your health insurer regarding the reimbursement of a first aid course? Here you will find anoverview of the reimbursements and rates in 2018. Is your insurer not listed, or are you unsure which costs you will or will not be reimbursed? Then contact your own health insurer. They can tell you exactly what you are entitled to. Are you additionally insured? Then it is definitely worth checking this, because who knows, you might just get the costs for the course back.

Course costs
The costs for a first aid course vary by provider. At EHBO Bureau, you can already take a first aid course for babies and children at your home from €59 per person (minimum 13 people). This course lasts only three hours, and afterwards, you receive a certificate of participation. Do you want to take this course on-site? Then the costs are €69. Of course, we also offer first aid courses for professionals. All participants in this course receive a certificate from the Red Cross or the Orange Cross afterwards. This can also be a condition of the health insurer.

In short: do you want to brush up on your first aid knowledge? Then check before you register for a course whether your health insurer covers the costs (partially) and what conditions the course must meet. This could save you a lot of money.

Interested in a first aid course?Here you will find our course offerings.