L3 Award in First Aid at Work

This is a full 3 day level 3 qualification in First Aid at Work. This qualification is best suited to those people who want to achieve a wealth of knowledge to deal with a variety of injuries, illnesses and emergency situations.

The syllabus requires candidates to pass a written exam and practical assessments.

The course is ideal for First Aiders working in low to most high risk environments.

This qualification is accredited by OFQUAL and certification is valid for 3 years from the date of completion. 

Maximum number of students = 12

Learning Outcomes - Unit 1

Understand the role and responsibilities of

a first aider.

Be able to assess an incident.

Be able to provide first aid to an

unresponsive casualty.

Be able to provide first aid to a casualty

who is choking.

Be able to provide first aid to a casualty

with external bleeding.

Know how to provide first aid to a casualty

who is in shock.

Know how to provide first aid to a casualty

with minor injuries.

Learning Outcomes - Unit 2

Be able to conduct a secondary survey.

Be able to provide first aid to a casualty

with suspected injuries to bones, muscles 

and joints.

Be able to provide first aid to a casualty

with suspected head and spinal injuries.

Know how to provide first aid to a casualty

with suspected chest injuries.

Know how to provide first aid to a casualty

with burns and scalds.

Know how to provide first aid to a casualty

with an eye injury.

Know how to provide first aid to a casualty

with sudden poisoning.

Know how to provide first aid to a casualty

with anaphylaxis.

Know how to provide first aid to a casualty

with suspected major illness.