QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (QCF)
QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (QCF)
Qualification Overview
This qualification forms part of the QA First Aid suite of qualifications. The qualification and learning outcomes are based on the recommendations of:
Resuscitation Council (UK)
Skills for Health Assessment Principles for First Aid Qualifications
Objective
The objective of the qualification is to benefit Learners by enabling them to attain the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of first aid situations and/or take on the role of first aider in the workplace.
Purpose
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare the Learner to develop the skills and knowledge needed to take on the role of first aider in the workplace.
Intended audience
This qualification is for people who have a specific responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to provide basic first aid to people in a range of first aid situations.
Course Content
The role and responsibilities of a first aider
Assessing an incident
Managing an unresponsive casualty
CPR
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
Tailored to you
EFS understand that our fixed courses may not right for you therefore, we can bespoke courses to develop the skills of the individuals on your sites based around the risks on your premises and your organisation's needs and requirements. The flexibility of our courses means that we can deliver cost-effective training at your preferred venue, on dates to suit you, wherever practicable.
Course Prices
Course Prices
Course duration: 3 days
Maximum number (Group): 12
Minimum number (Individual): 8
Group Cost:POA
Individual Cost: POA
*Subject to location. Individuals can simply book on a course held at our Bicester HQ or chosen venues across the UK. Please call for details.
Any bookings of 8 or more people can be run at any of our locations or a suitable venue of your choice.
For more information please contact Steve Whiteside