The QA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) 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.
During this 1 day course, Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of emergency first aid situations, including:
- 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
- Cuts, grazes and bruises
- Minor burns and scalds
Methods:
The course is delivered using various teaching methods in order to facilitate a positive learning experience for all. Theoretical and practical assessments are completed throughout in a supportive manner to aid participant progression, and to give participants the confidence and knowledge to be able to give emergency first aid.
