QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) - Level 3
Overview
An estimated 565,000 workers sustained an injury at work in 2021/2022*. So how are you keeping your workforce safe?
Having the correct first aid provision in the workplace is not just a legal requirement, it is incredibly important for the safety of all members of staff.
This course is specifically designed for individuals who wish to act as a first aider in their workplace. You will learn how to manage a range of injuries and illnesses that could occur at work and will be equipped with the essential skills needed to give emergency first aid.
What’s more, as an Ofqual regulated qualification, employers can book this course for their employees and rest assured that they have fulfilled their legal responsibilities for providing quality first aid training, without having to undertake any lengthy due diligence checks.
After completing the course, you will receive an accredited Level 3 certificate that lasts for 3 years.
*Labour force survey
Start dates and fees
Dates
Dates to be confirmed.
Fees
Bespoke courses can be arranged for employers/organisations upon request. Please call 01623 413602.
What will I study?
- The role and responsibilities of a first aider
- Assessing an incident
- Managing an unresponsive casualty
- CPR and defibrillation
- Recovery Position
- Heart Attack
- Stroke
- Choking
- Epilepsy
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Anaphylaxis
- Shock
- Head and spinal injuries
- Chest injuries
- Wounds and bleeding
- Fractures
- Sprains, strains and dislocations
- Minor injuries
- Burns and scalds
- Poisoning
- Eye injuries
Entry requirements
No formal qualifications are required to take this course.
How long is the course?
3 days - 9.00am-5.00pm
Career opportunities