QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF)

Who it's for

This course is for anyone whose role includes a designated first-aider responsibility — from construction, manufacturing and warehousing to healthcare, education, hospitality, and multi-site operations. Suitable for both first-time learners and experienced first aiders returning for a full re-qualification.

What you'll learn

• Assess the safety of a scene and manage an incident with confidence
• Perform CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) on adults
• Manage an unconscious casualty, including the primary and secondary survey
• Recognise and respond to shock, choking, and severe bleeding
• Treat burns, fractures, sprains, and head, neck and spinal injuries
• Handle medical emergencies including seizures, diabetic incidents, asthma, and anaphylaxis
• Complete accurate incident reporting compliant with RIDDOR guidance

Accreditation & certification

Certified by Qualsafe Awards (QA) against the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) at Level 3. Meets the Health and Safety Executive's First Aid at Work standard. Certification is valid for 3 years; a 2-day annual refresher (sold separately) is recommended to keep skills current.

Delivered by

Delivered by our accredited Comera Medical Training team. All trainers hold the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF), current first-aid instructor certification, and enhanced DBS clearance where required by the client sector.

Outcomes

On successful completion you'll hold the QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF), a nationally recognised qualification that satisfies HSE requirements for designated first aiders in higher-risk workplaces. You'll be equipped and confident to respond to workplace emergencies safely and effectively.