Emergency First Aid at Work
Emergency First Aid at Work
Emergency First Aid at Work Course – Highfield Level 3 Award (RQF)
Looking for a trusted and accredited emergency first aid course for the workplace? The Highfield Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) is a nationally recognised qualification designed to help learners become certified emergency first aiders.
This first aid qualification is regulated by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, and CCEA Regulation, and is part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). It meets all the current requirements set by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI), making it ideal for businesses that have identified a need for HSE-compliant first aid training in their workplace risk assessment.
Perfect for employers and individuals who want reliable, up-to-date, and practical training that complies with legal standards.
This course will return in 2025/26 academic year. Dates & bookings now available.
£120.00 – £900.00
Is this course right for me?
What You’ll Learn in the Emergency First Aid at Work Course
This one-day emergency first aid course provides learners with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills needed to respond confidently in a workplace emergency. It’s ideal for anyone responsible for first aid in low-risk environments or as part of a wider first aid team.
Key topics covered include:
- The roles and responsibilities of a workplace first aider
- How to assess incidents and manage emergency situations
- Performing CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
- Safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
- Providing first aid for choking, external bleeding, and shock
- How to treat minor injuries effectively
Fully aligned with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines, this course is suitable for businesses needing to meet legal first aid requirements. Certification is valid for three years, after which a refresher or renewal is required. An annual refresher is also recommended to maintain confidence and up-to-date skills.
This is a full-day course, running from 9:30am to 5:30pm. We kindly ask all participants to arrive by 9:15am so we can start promptly.
As the course is packed with essential content and practical learning, we often run through the full allotted time. Please ensure you’re able to attend the entire session when making your booking.
We recommend that learners are at least 14 years old to take part in this course. However, employers or training providers should carry out an initial assessment to ensure that all participants—regardless of age—are physically able to complete the practical elements of the training.
Learners should also have a basic understanding of English, ideally at Level 1 or above, to confidently complete the written and verbal parts of the assessment.
If any learner may require additional support, please let the Community Coordinator know prior to attending to session.
- Learners must be at least 16 years old
By the end of the course learners will be able to:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of the first aider
- Be able to assess an emergency situation safely
- 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 who is bleeding
- Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock
- Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries
If you wish to check the details of the course, please contact us, we will be happy to provide more detail. You can also find the qualification specification via the Highfield website: Level 3 Award In Emergency First Aid at Work | First Aid | Highfield
Assessment
This qualification is assessed by:
1. Practical assessment
The practical assessment is completed throughout the course delivery. This ongoing assessment requires learners to demonstrate practical first aid skills. The practical assessment will be recorded using the practical matrix within the Assessment Pack.
2. Centre-marked multiple-choice theory assessment
Learners are required to pass a 15-question multiple-choice theory paper. The unit may be completed at the end of the course or when all knowledge has been covered. It is recommended that learners have a minimum of 90 seconds per question, therefore a minimum time of 25 minutes should be provided to learners to complete the theory assessment.
The multiple-choice assessment is internally assessed by the assessor. In order to pass, learners must achieve at least 70% (11/15). Further/oral questioning can be undertaken if learners do not achieve the required pass mark.
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Practical assessment during the course
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- Practical/comfortable clothing for parts of the course
- Please bring proof of identity: photo driving licence, passport, staff or student ID card
Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.
- No additional costs
What are the entry requirements?
- Learners must be at least 16 years old
What will I learn?
By the end of the course learners will be able to:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of the first aider
- Be able to assess an emergency situation safely
- 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 who is bleeding
- Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock
- Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries
If you wish to check the details of the course, please contact us, we will be happy to provide more detail. You can also find the qualification specification via the Highfield website: Level 3 Award In Emergency First Aid at Work | First Aid | Highfield
Assessment
This qualification is assessed by:
1. Practical assessment
The practical assessment is completed throughout the course delivery. This ongoing assessment requires learners to demonstrate practical first aid skills. The practical assessment will be recorded using the practical matrix within the Assessment Pack.
2. Centre-marked multiple-choice theory assessment
Learners are required to pass a 15-question multiple-choice theory paper. The unit may be completed at the end of the course or when all knowledge has been covered. It is recommended that learners have a minimum of 90 seconds per question, therefore a minimum time of 25 minutes should be provided to learners to complete the theory assessment.
The multiple-choice assessment is internally assessed by the assessor. In order to pass, learners must achieve at least 70% (11/15). Further/oral questioning can be undertaken if learners do not achieve the required pass mark.
Can I do this course in Welsh?
How will I be assessed?
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Practical assessment during the course
What can I do next?
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- Practical/comfortable clothing for parts of the course
- Please bring proof of identity: photo driving licence, passport, staff or student ID card
Are there any additional costs?
- No additional costs
Additional Information
Additional information
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| Course Date: | 16 September 2025, 18 September 2025, 4 November 2025, 3 February 2026, 3 March 2026, 5 March 2026, 14 April 2026, 12 May 2026, 9 June 2026, 7 July 2026, Group Booking |
| Duration: | 1 day |
