Award in Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3
Level: Advanced
Develop Essential Emergency First Aid Skills
Learn CPR, AED, Choking & Bleeding Response
Gain a Highfield Level 3 First Aid Qualification
Practical Assessment, Examination & Certification Included
Welsh Government Funding Accepted
Course Overview
Duration:
1 Day
Accredited:
Yes
Exams:
Included
Type:
Classroom, Onsite, Virtual
Company group booking discount available
Course Overview
Duration:
1 Day
Accredited:
Yes
Exams:
Included
Type:
Classroom, Onsite, Virtual
Company group booking discount available
The Level 3 First Aid at Work qualification gives learners the skills and knowledge to act as a qualified first aider in the workplace. It is designed for individuals nominated to take responsibility for first aid arrangements and forms part of an organisation's first aid needs assessment requirements. This practical qualification develops the confidence needed to respond effectively to a range of workplace emergencies and medical incidents. Learners will gain hands-on experience assessing situations, providing first aid treatment and managing casualties until professional medical assistance arrives. The course covers essential life-saving techniques, including CPR, using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), managing choking incidents, treating bleeding, and recognising the signs of shock. It provides an important foundation for maintaining a safe workplace and meeting health and safety responsibilities.
Target Audience
- Employees nominated as workplace first aiders
- Supervisors, team leaders and managers responsible for health and safety
- Individuals working in environments where first aid provision is required
- Employers seeking to meet First Aid at Work regulations
- Anyone wishing to gain a recognised workplace first aid qualification
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of a first aider
- Assess emergencies safely and effectively
- Apply first aid principles in workplace incidents
- Perform adult CPR confidently
- Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Provide first aid to a casualty who is choking
- Manage external bleeding and treat wounds appropriately
- Recognise and manage hypovolaemic shock
- Provide emergency assistance until professional help arrives
- Support workplace health and safety through effective first aid practice
The Level 3 First Aid at Work qualification gives learners the skills and knowledge to act as a qualified first aider in the workplace. It is designed for individuals nominated to take responsibility for first aid arrangements and forms part of an organisation's first aid needs assessment requirements. This practical qualification develops the confidence needed to respond effectively to a range of workplace emergencies and medical incidents. Learners will gain hands-on experience assessing situations, providing first aid treatment and managing casualties until professional medical assistance arrives. The course covers essential life-saving techniques, including CPR, using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), managing choking incidents, treating bleeding, and recognising the signs of shock. It provides an important foundation for maintaining a safe workplace and meeting health and safety responsibilities.
Target Audience
- Employees nominated as workplace first aiders
- Supervisors, team leaders and managers responsible for health and safety
- Individuals working in environments where first aid provision is required
- Employers seeking to meet First Aid at Work regulations
- Anyone wishing to gain a recognised workplace first aid qualification
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of a first aider
- Assess emergencies safely and effectively
- Apply first aid principles in workplace incidents
- Perform adult CPR confidently
- Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Provide first aid to a casualty who is choking
- Manage external bleeding and treat wounds appropriately
- Recognise and manage hypovolaemic shock
- Provide emergency assistance until professional help arrives
- Support workplace health and safety through effective first aid practice
First Aid Level 3
The objective of this qualification is to support learners in becoming emergency first aiders in the workplace. The content of the qualification meets the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for training emergency first aiders in organisations that have identified, in their first-aid needs assessment, that staff need training to this level.
The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider and how to assess an incident. The qualification also covers first aid skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), providing first aid to a casualty who is choking and dealing with external bleeding and hypovolaemic shock.
In line with guidance provided by the HSE, the qualification supports/approves workplace emergency first aiders for 3 years, after which learners will need to retake the course. In addition, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.
First Aid Level 3
The objective of this qualification is to support learners in becoming emergency first aiders in the workplace. The content of the qualification meets the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for training emergency first aiders in organisations that have identified, in their first-aid needs assessment, that staff need training to this level.
The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider and how to assess an incident. The qualification also covers first aid skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), providing first aid to a casualty who is choking and dealing with external bleeding and hypovolaemic shock.
In line with guidance provided by the HSE, the qualification supports/approves workplace emergency first aiders for 3 years, after which learners will need to retake the course. In addition, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.
This qualification is graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Practical Assessment
The practical assessment is completed throughout the course delivery. Learners are continually assessed as they demonstrate a range of first aid skills and emergency response techniques in realistic scenarios. To achieve the qualification, learners must successfully demonstrate competence in all required practical first aid skills.
Theory Assessment
Learners must complete a multiple-choice theory assessment consisting of 15 questions.
- Assessment duration: 30 minutes
- 15 multiple-choice questions
- Passing score: 11 out of 15 marks (70%)
Certification
Upon successful completion of both the practical and theory assessments, learners will be awarded the official Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate.
This qualification is graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Practical Assessment
The practical assessment is completed throughout the course delivery. Learners are continually assessed as they demonstrate a range of first aid skills and emergency response techniques in realistic scenarios. To achieve the qualification, learners must successfully demonstrate competence in all required practical first aid skills.
Theory Assessment
Learners must complete a multiple-choice theory assessment consisting of 15 questions.
- Assessment duration: 30 minutes
- 15 multiple-choice questions
- Passing score: 11 out of 15 marks (70%)
Certification
Upon successful completion of both the practical and theory assessments, learners will be awarded the official Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate.
- Training and exam preparation delivered by NILC’s accredited trainer
- Comprehensive course notes, learning materials and supporting resources
- Qualification examination included
- Official Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate upon successful completion of the examination
- Training and exam preparation delivered by NILC’s accredited trainer
- Comprehensive course notes, learning materials and supporting resources
- Qualification examination included
- Official Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate upon successful completion of the examination
There are no formal prerequisites for this qualification. Learners should be physically capable of carrying out the practical requirements of first aid, including performing CPR and assisting casualties where appropriate.
There are no formal prerequisites for this qualification. Learners should be physically capable of carrying out the practical requirements of first aid, including performing CPR and assisting casualties where appropriate.
Who is the Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 course suitable for?
The course is designed for employees nominated to act as emergency first aiders in their workplace. It is also suitable for supervisors, managers and anyone who wants to gain a recognised workplace first aid qualification.
Do I need any previous first aid experience?
No. There are no formal prerequisites for attending the course. You should, however, be physically capable of completing the practical elements of the training, including performing CPR and assisting casualties where appropriate.
Does this qualification meet workplace first aid requirements?
Yes. The qualification content meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for training emergency first aiders in workplaces where an organisation’s first aid needs assessment identifies this level of training as appropriate.
Who is the Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 course suitable for?
The course is designed for employees nominated to act as emergency first aiders in their workplace. It is also suitable for supervisors, managers and anyone who wants to gain a recognised workplace first aid qualification.
Do I need any previous first aid experience?
No. There are no formal prerequisites for attending the course. You should, however, be physically capable of completing the practical elements of the training, including performing CPR and assisting casualties where appropriate.
Does this qualification meet workplace first aid requirements?
Yes. The qualification content meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for training emergency first aiders in workplaces where an organisation’s first aid needs assessment identifies this level of training as appropriate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The course is designed for employees nominated to act as emergency first aiders in their workplace. It is also suitable for supervisors, managers and anyone who wants to gain a recognised workplace first aid qualification.
No. There are no formal prerequisites for attending the course. You should, however, be physically capable of completing the practical elements of the training, including performing CPR and assisting casualties where appropriate.
Yes. The qualification content meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for training emergency first aiders in workplaces where an organisation’s first aid needs assessment identifies this level of training as appropriate.
You will learn how to assess an emergency, understand the responsibilities of a first aider, perform CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), respond to choking, manage external bleeding and recognise and treat hypovolaemic shock.
Yes. CPR and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) are key practical elements of the course. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate these skills as part of your practical assessment.
Yes. You will be assessed throughout the course as you demonstrate a range of first aid skills and emergency response techniques in practical scenarios. You must successfully demonstrate all required practical skills to achieve the qualification.
Yes. In addition to the practical assessment, you will complete a 30-minute theory assessment containing 15 multiple-choice questions. You need to achieve at least 11 out of 15 marks to pass.
The qualification supports workplace emergency first aiders for three years. After this period, you will need to retake the course to maintain your qualification. Annual refresher training is also recommended.
Emergency First Aid at Work is a one-day qualification that covers the essential skills needed to respond to common workplace emergencies. The full First Aid at Work qualification provides broader and more detailed training and may be required in workplaces with higher first aid requirements. Your organisation should determine the appropriate level through its first aid needs assessment.
Yes. After completing both the practical and theory assessments, you will receive the official accredited Level 3 certificate. The course includes training, learning materials, assessment and certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
The course is designed for employees nominated to act as emergency first aiders in their workplace. It is also suitable for supervisors, managers and anyone who wants to gain a recognised workplace first aid qualification.
No. There are no formal prerequisites for attending the course. You should, however, be physically capable of completing the practical elements of the training, including performing CPR and assisting casualties where appropriate.
Yes. The qualification content meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for training emergency first aiders in workplaces where an organisation’s first aid needs assessment identifies this level of training as appropriate.
You will learn how to assess an emergency, understand the responsibilities of a first aider, perform CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), respond to choking, manage external bleeding and recognise and treat hypovolaemic shock.
Yes. CPR and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) are key practical elements of the course. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate these skills as part of your practical assessment.
Yes. You will be assessed throughout the course as you demonstrate a range of first aid skills and emergency response techniques in practical scenarios. You must successfully demonstrate all required practical skills to achieve the qualification.
Yes. In addition to the practical assessment, you will complete a 30-minute theory assessment containing 15 multiple-choice questions. You need to achieve at least 11 out of 15 marks to pass.
The qualification supports workplace emergency first aiders for three years. After this period, you will need to retake the course to maintain your qualification. Annual refresher training is also recommended.
Emergency First Aid at Work is a one-day qualification that covers the essential skills needed to respond to common workplace emergencies. The full First Aid at Work qualification provides broader and more detailed training and may be required in workplaces with higher first aid requirements. Your organisation should determine the appropriate level through its first aid needs assessment.
Yes. After completing both the practical and theory assessments, you will receive the official accredited Level 3 certificate. The course includes training, learning materials, assessment and certification.
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