Course description
This course covers a range of first aid emergencies and how to deal with them, enabling learners to qualify to the level of Emergency First Aid at Work. Learners will be able to administer Emergency First Aid in the workplace meeting the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. The course is recognised by OfQual at level 3.
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Assess and prioritise a first aid incident
- Deal with an unconscious casualty
- Carry out resuscitation (CPR)
- Control bleeding and manage shock
- Deal with minor injuries
- Deal with burns
- Understand responsibilities and reporting
- Use and maintain first aid kits
- Deal with a suspected spinal injury
- Understand the protocol when it comes to head injuries and return to play after concussion
Who is the workshop for?
The Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those who have a specific responsibility at work, to provide first aid in a range of emergency first aid situations. It is also ideal for people who have a specific responsibility to provide basic first aid in voluntary and community activities.
The qualification is seen as a minimum standard for coaches in some sports such as tennis (via the Lawn Tennis Association and also England Netball).
Learner eligibility
Learners must be a minimum of least 14 years of age and be able to communicate effectively in English. This workshop involves undertaking practical activity involving kneeling and lying down.
Assessment and re-qualification requirements
Practical assessment is ongoing throughout the course and certification will be issued to those who satisfy the criteria.
The qualification is valid for a period of 3 years. You will be required to retake the qualification before the certificate expiry date to remain qualified.
Format / duration
The course is usually delivered over 1 day (6 hours which includes a lunch break).
Progression opportunities
The Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) may be used towards other qualifications at the same and higher level, plus aid career progression in a relevant profession.
Register Interest
This process is available to determine demand. Further workshops will be organised if demand exists so we would strongly recommend that you register your interest.
The registration of interest process is free. Your payment details are not required. You will be asked to complete your 'booking' details but this will simply be to register your interest and not book onto a course.
Our workshops
Our workshops are delivered in partnership with Sport Birmingham and Think Active.
Would you like further information?
Please email us at [email protected]
The course can also be delivered to specific groups or organisations.
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