Free Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Redbridge. Classes run at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus, part-time during the day. This free emergency first aid at work course is open to adults aged 19 or over. You'll learn how to respond to medical emergencies in the workplace, covering everything from CPR to managing serious injuries. The course runs over 44 weeks part-time. It leads to the Highfield Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work qualification, recognised by employers across most sectors.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll learn how to perform CPR on adults, children, and infants.
You'll learn how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
You'll learn how to manage an unconscious casualty and place them in the recovery position.
You'll learn how to treat severe bleeding, burns, and wounds.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to choking in adults and children.
You'll learn how to identify and manage shock.
You'll learn how to handle fractures, sprains, and suspected spinal injuries.
You'll learn how to record and report first aid incidents correctly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining practical demonstrations and hands-on practice. Assessment includes a practical skills assessment where you demonstrate first aid techniques, and a short knowledge-based assessment. You must show competence in all assessed areas to pass. Attendance at all sessions is required, as the practical elements cannot be made up outside class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Chadwell Heath Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
First Aider at Work. Appointed first aider in any workplace setting.
Construction Site First Aider. First aid cover on building and civil engineering sites.
Care Assistant. Many care roles require a current first aid certificate.
School or Nursery Support Worker. First aid is a common requirement in education settings.
Security Officer. Door supervisors and security staff often need first aid certification.
Sports Coach or Fitness Instructor. First aid is expected across leisure and sport roles.
Factory or Warehouse Operative. Employers in logistics and manufacturing often require first aiders on shift.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (FAW). A longer three-day qualification that covers a wider range of emergencies. Required for some workplace roles where a full first aider is specified.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid. Focuses on first aid for babies and children. Useful for anyone working in childcare, schools, or nurseries.
Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation. A focused qualification for CPR and defibrillator use.
