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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 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 
stevewhiteside@eventfiresolutions.co.uk | 0800 999 4343 | www.eventfiresolutions.co.uk 
 
 
 

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