The Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work provides learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to respond confidently and effectively to a range of common workplace injuries and medical emergencies. The course is ideal for individuals who have been designated as an Emergency First Aider in the workplace and covers the key skills needed to assess situations, provide appropriate first aid and respond safely until further medical assistance arrives.
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Description
The course covers the essential skills needed to respond effectively to common workplace first aid situations, including:
- The role and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
- Assessing and responding to an emergency
- Primary surveys and casualty assessment
- CPR and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
- Managing an unconscious casualty
- Recovery position
- Choking
- Shock
- Severe bleeding
- Burns and scalds
- Common workplace injuries
- Medical emergencies
- Anaphylaxis
- Seizures
- Diabetes-related emergencies
- Stroke and heart-related emergencies
- Providing appropriate first aid while keeping yourself and others safe
Who is this course for?
This qualification is ideal for individuals who have been designated as an emergency first aider in the workplace or who want to develop essential first aid skills.
It is suitable across a wide range of industries and workplaces, particularly where an employer's first aid needs assessment identifies the requirement for an Emergency First Aider.
Why choose blended learning?
Our blended format gives you the flexibility of online learning combined with the reassurance of practical, face-to-face training.
Learn online at your own pace
Complete the knowledge-based learning before attending the classroom, allowing you to work through the content at a time that suits you.
One day of practical training
Focus your classroom time on hands-on skills, realistic scenarios and practical application.
Learn from experienced trainers
Receive practical guidance, feedback and support throughout your training.
Industry-recognised qualification
Achieve the Highfield Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) on successful completion.
How the course works
1. Complete your e-learning
Once booked, you'll receive access to the required first aid e-learning.
Complete the online learning before attending your classroom session, allowing you to work through the knowledge-based content at your own pace.
2. Attend one day of practical training
You'll then attend a full day of face-to-face training with a qualified trainer.
The classroom session focuses on developing and practising the essential practical skills needed to respond effectively to workplace emergencies. You'll have the opportunity to practise techniques, work through realistic scenarios and receive guidance and feedback from your trainer.
3. Complete your assessments
You'll complete the required knowledge and practical assessments as part of the course.
Successful learners will achieve the Highfield Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF).
Assessment
Assessment takes place throughout the course and includes both knowledge-based and practical assessment.
You will be required to demonstrate that you can apply emergency first aid procedures safely and effectively in a range of workplace scenarios.
Practical elements and assessment are completed face-to-face.
Successful learners will receive the Highfield Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF).
Prerequisites
No previous first aid qualification is required.
Learners should:
- Be able to understand and communicate effectively in English.
- Be physically capable of participating in practical first aid training and assessment.
- Complete the required e-learning before attending the classroom training.
- Attend the classroom training day in full.
