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Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF)
The objective of this qualification is to support learners to become first aiders in the workplace. The content of the qualification meets the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for training first aiders in those organisations that have identified that staff need to be trained to this level within their first-aid needs assessment.
In line with guidance provided by the HSE, the qualification supports/approves workplace first aiders for a period of 3 years, after which point learners will need to retake the course. Therefore, the qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of award. In addition to this, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.
COURSE CONTENT
A range of subjects are covered including:
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Legalities, responsibilities and reporting
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Resuscitation and AED awareness
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Assessment of the situation
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Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
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Bandaging
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Shock (including Anaphylaxis)
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Fractures and spinal injuries
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Heart attacks
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Choking
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Control of bleeding
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Head injuries
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Eye injuries
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Poisoning
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Chest injuries
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Sprains and strains
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Burns
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Asthma
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Diabetes
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Epilepsy
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Stroke
COURSE DURATION
This course runs over a minimum of eighteen contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The qualification is available to learners aged 14 or over but a learner is unable to act as an Emergency First Aider in the workplace until they reach the age of 16.
It is also recommended that employers undertake an initial assessment to ensure that learners, whatever their age, are physically capable of completing the practical assessment (please see reasonable adjustments and special consideration section for learners if required).
It is recommended that you hold a minimum of Level 1 in literacy or equivalent to undertake this qualification.
ASSESSMENT
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1) Practical assessment
The practical assessment is completed throughout the course delivery. This ongoing assessment requires learners to demonstrate [practical first aid skills.
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2) Centre-marked multiple-choice theory assessment
Learners are required to pass a 30-question multiple-choice theory paper, completed at the end of the course when all knowledge has been covered.
The assessment is internally assessed by the assessor. In order to pass, learners must achieve at least 70% (21/30). Further oral questioning can be undertaken if learners do not achieve the required pass mark.
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You will be able to requalify by attending a shortened First Aid at Work requalification course if your current qualification is in date. The requalification course covers all learning outcomes and assessment criteria of the 3-day First Aid at Work but the contact hours are reduced to 12 hours over a minimum of 2 days.
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NUMBERS
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 14 years of age and a certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment. A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role. The certificate will expire as dated on the certificate, irrespective of age.
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COST (held in Bolton - see our calendar for available dates)
This course is being delivered by blended learning £ 145.00 per learner.
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ON-SITE AT YOUR PREMISES
​We are also able to deliver this course at your premises for a minimum of 6 learners either by full face-to-face or blended learning, please contact us for a price.
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BLENDED LEARNING
This qualification may be delivered by blended learning where the following principles are adhered to:
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Theory completed online prior to the face-to-face element of the training.
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The practical assessments will be delivered face-to-face (a minimum of two-thirds (12 hours) of the training time) this will include the final written theory assessment.
