Qualsafe Level 2 Award in First Aid Essentials (RQF)
Ofqual Regulated
3
Year Certification
1
Day Course
The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in First Aid Essentials (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those who have a specific interest or responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to provide basic first aid in emergency situations.
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Successful candidates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of first aid situations, including:
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
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Choking
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External bleeding
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Shock
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Minor injuries
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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:
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The Resuscitation Council (UK)
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A distinguished panel of experts in emergency medical care
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This QA qualification is:
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Based on the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) training standard for delivery of First Aid at Work courses for the purposes of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
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Learners should be able to demonstrate the practical administration of safe, prompt and effective first aid in situations which can arise when providing care.
What is covered
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The role and responsibilities of a first aider
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Assessing an incident
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Managing an unresponsive casualty
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CPR and defibrillation
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Recovery position
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Choking
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Seizures
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Shock
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External bleeding
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Minor injuries
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Cuts, grazes and bruises
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Minor burns and scalds
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Accident reporting
**Life-threatening, catastrophic bleeding can be included on this course as an optional module at the close of the day
Intended audience
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This qualification is for people who have a specific interest or a responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to be able to provide basic first aid to people they are caring for when dealing with an emergency.
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Entry requirements
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Learners must be at least 14 years old on the first day of training and be able to perform practical tasks at floor level. There are no other formal entry requirements, but we strongly recommend that Learners have a minimum of Level 1 in literacy and numeracy or equivalent.
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Other course requirements
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Due to the practical nature of this course, Learners should wear appropriate clothing and footwear, e.g. trousers and flat footwear.
Requalification requirements
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This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years. The Learner must successfully retake the qualification on or before the certificate expiry date to remain qualified.
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Key Qualification Information
Qualification number: 603/2653/0
Operational start date: 11 Dec 2017
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 6 (minimum)
Total Qualification Time (TQT): 10
Credit value: 1
Number of units: 1 mandatory unit
Assessment methods:
• Theory assessment:
1 x 16 multiple choice question paper (minimum score 11)
• Practical assessment – 4 completed throughout the course
Learners must complete all assessments in the unit successfully within the registration period to achieve the qualification. The maximum period to achieve this qualification, including any referrals is 4 weeks.