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.

This course covers the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to respond confidently in emergency and first aid situations. You’ll learn about legal responsibilities and correct record keeping, how to manage different types of emergencies, and the safe use of equipment including a first aid box. The course also includes CPR training, how to support an unconscious person or someone having a seizure, and how to respond to choking in adults, children, and babies. In addition, you’ll learn personal hygiene procedures and how to manage bleeding casualties safely and effectively.