Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (FREC3) (RQF)
Nationally recognised pre-hospital emergency care qualification, the leading event-cover award and an alternative route to the SIA CP Licence. 5-day course.
Overview
About This Course
The Qualsafe First Response Emergency Care (Level 3 RQF) is a regulated, nationally recognised qualification and the leading qualification for events cover. It also forms the first step toward becoming a Paramedic. An alternative requirement for the SIA Close Protection Licence. This hands-on 5-day course fulfils the PHEM skills framework at descriptor level D, covering emergency oxygen administration, trauma and major-illness management and more. Group sizes limited to 6 to 12.
Outcomes
What You'll Learn
- Roles and responsibilities of first responders; patient clinical records
- Scene, primary and secondary (head-to-toe) surveys; triage and handover
- CPR for adults, children and infants; correct AED and bag-valve-mask use
- Administering therapeutic oxygen and safe handling of medical gases
- Airway management: OPA/NPA selection and use
- Catastrophic haemorrhage, shock, fractures, dislocations, sprains and strains
- Spinal immobilisation: cervical collars, scoop stretcher, head blocks
- Major illness and medical emergencies incl. sepsis, stroke, heart attack, seizures and anaphylaxis
Included
Course Features
- Qualsafe First Response Emergency Care (Level 3 RQF)
- Leading qualification for event medical cover
- Alternative requirement for the SIA Close Protection Licence
- First step toward a Paramedic pathway
- Certificate valid for 3 years
- Small groups (6 to 12 learners)
Before you book
Prerequisites
- Suitable for learners aged 17+
- Minimum Level 2 English & Maths and a basic understanding of first aid
- Must be physically fit enough to perform CPR for at least 4 minutes on the floor
On completion
Certification
Qualsafe First Response Emergency Care (Level 3 RQF), valid 3 years
Prices may vary on specific course dates
