The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) – Blended Learning has been designed to provide the same high-quality training as the traditional classroom course, with the added benefit of flexibility. By combining online study with face-to-face training, learners can complete part of the course at a time that suits them, before attending a shorter practical session to develop hands-on skills and complete assessments.

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This approach is particularly useful for employers who may struggle to release staff during the working day, and for individuals who need to fit training around other commitments.

Course structure

• e-Learning (approx. 2 hours): Learners complete the theory element online using an industry-leading platform that includes high-quality videos, quizzes and interactive activities. This must be completed before attending the practical session.

• Face-to-face (approx. 4 hours): Learners then attend in person to focus on the practical skills of first aid and complete the required assessments.

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Successful candidates will:

• Gain the knowledge and confidence to act as an emergency first aider in the workplace

• Practise the safe, prompt and effective administration of first aid in a range of emergency situations

• Demonstrate an understanding of the role and responsibilities of a first aider

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This qualification forms part of the QA First Aid suite of qualifications. The qualification and learning outcomes are based on the recommendations of:

• The Resuscitation Council (UK)

• A distinguished panel of experts in emergency medical care

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This QA qualification is:

• For people who deal with first aid at work, enabling them to act as emergency first aiders under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981

• Based on the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) training standard for the delivery of Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) courses under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981

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By the end of the course, learners will have developed the essential knowledge, skills and practical competence required to act effectively as an emergency first aider in the workplace.