First Aid at Work (RQF) Level 3

 First Aid at Work (RQF) Level 3

Our Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised 3-day qualification designed for individuals who have a responsibility to provide first aid in workplace settings. This First Aid at Work Course in Kent develops the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required to manage a wide range of workplace injuries and medical emergencies safely and effectively.

Delivered in accordance with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, this qualification supports employers in meeting their legal duty to provide appropriate and adequate first aid arrangements. Learners gain competence in managing unresponsive casualties, performing CPR and AED use, controlling bleeding, treating shock, managing fractures, burns, eye injuries and sudden illnesses.

Through practical, scenario-based training and continuous assessment, participants build the confidence to respond promptly and effectively to workplace emergencies. Assessment includes practical evaluations and a multiple-choice theory examination to ensure competence across all required learning outcomes.

This qualification is ideal for appointed workplace first aiders in higher-risk environments or organisations requiring a comprehensive first aid provision. The certification is valid for three years.

We are an approved Qualsafe training provider, delivering compliant and respected pre-hospital emergency care training in Kent since 2016.

Is our First Aid at Work Level 3 course right for you?

What You Will Learn

This Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised workplace first aid qualification. Delivered in accordance with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, this comprehensive First Aid at Work Course in Kent develops the knowledge and practical skills required to manage a wide range of workplace injuries and medical emergencies confidently and effectively.

Key topics include:

  • Understanding the role and responsibilities of a workplace first aider
  • Assessing incidents and conducting dynamic risk assessments
  • Managing an unresponsive casualty, including CPR and AED use
  • Controlling bleeding, managing shock and treating wounds
  • Fractures, sprains, strains and spinal injuries
  • Burns, scalds and eye injuries
  • Medical emergencies including heart attack, stroke, asthma, seizures and diabetes
  • Minor injuries and workplace incident management
First Aid at Work training in Kent with ambulance professionals demonstrating workplace emergency response procedures

Course Structure

  • 3-day classroom training delivered in Kent through comprehensive, practical First Aid at Work instruction
  • Practical skills development including CPR, AED use, choking management, bleeding control, fractures and medical emergencies
  • Scenario-based learning designed to reflect real workplace incidents and higher-risk environments
  • 2 mandatory units
  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 24 hours (12 hours for requalifying course)
  • Contact Learning Hours (CLH): Minimum 18 hours (12 hours for requalifying course)
  • 5 practical assessments, 2 multiple choice theory examinations and continuous formative assessment throughout the course
  •  Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF), qualification valid for 3 years
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Who Should Attend?

This nationally recognised Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) is designed for individuals who have responsibility for providing comprehensive first aid in workplace environments, including higher-risk settings.

  • Appointed workplace first aiders in medium and high-risk environments
  • Construction, manufacturing and industrial personnel
  • Supervisors and managers responsible for health and safety compliance
  • Organisations requiring full First Aid at Work provision under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
  • Employers following workplace risk assessments identifying the need for a 3-day First Aid at Work qualification
  • Individuals renewing or requalifying their existing First Aid at Work certification

This qualification is ideal for workplaces requiring a comprehensive first aid provision and is valid for three years.

Workplace first aid training in Kent demonstrating emergency patient handling and incident management

Progression Opportunities

After completing the Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF), learners can progress to advanced first aid and prehospital care qualifications to expand their clinical knowledge and professional development.

Our team can advise on the most appropriate training pathway based on your workplace requirements and career goals.

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Need First Aid at Work Requalification?
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What is the First Aid at Work Requalification Course?

The First Aid at Work (RQF) Level 3 Requalification is a 2-day course designed for learners who currently hold a valid First Aid at Work certificate and need to renew it before expiry.

This course refreshes and updates essential workplace first aid knowledge and practical skills in line with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

To enrol, learners must provide proof of a current (in-date) First Aid at Work certificate. this needs to be received prior to the course start date.

If your certificate has expired, you may be required to complete the full 3-day First Aid at Work course.

Please call 01233 273999 option 5 for more information including pricing.

First Aid at Work (RQF) Level 3 equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to respond safely and effectively to workplace emergencies.

Step Into First Aid at Work Training With Confidence

Whether you’re an appointed workplace first aider, responsible for health and safety, or working in a higher-risk environment, our First Aid at Work Course in Kent provides the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required to manage workplace injuries and medical emergencies effectively. The First Aid at Work (RQF) Level 3 delivers a nationally recognised qualification aligned with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

Train in small groups in Kent, led by experienced ambulance professionals who understand the realities of workplace incidents. Practical, scenario-based learning ensures you gain the confidence to manage CPR and AED use, choking, bleeding, fractures, burns and sudden illness safely and effectively until professional help arrives.

Please call 01233 273999 option 5 for more information including pricing.

Book today or check our upcoming dates.

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