Summary
The QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification, specifically designed for those who are appointed to act as a first aider in their workplace. It is also ideal for people who have a specific responsibility to provide first aid in voluntary and community activities.
Over a 3 day period, Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of first aid situations, including: assessing an incident, managing an unresponsive casualty, CPR, heart attacks, choking, head and spinal injuries, fractures, anaphylaxis and more.
Course Objectives
- The roles and responsibilities of an emergency first aider
- Assessing an incident
- Managing an unresponsive casualty
- CPR and defibrillation
- Recovery Position
- Choking
- Seizures
- Shock
- Wounds and bleeding
- Minor Injuries
- Heart Attack
- Choking
- Epilepsy
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Anaphylaxis
- Head and spinal injuries
- Chest injuries
- Fractures
- Sprains, strains and dislocations
- Burns and scalds
- Poisoning
- Eye injuries
Teaching and Assessment
Practical assessments and Theory assessment (Multiple Choice Question Paper). This is a highly interactive course taught through case studies and classroom discussion HSE Recommend a yearly refresher to update candidates on any changes
Qualifications Gained
QA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work. Certification is valid for 3 years.