Free Level 3 Emergency First Aid Course in Leicester – Leicester College City Skills Centre

CostFREE
Duration9 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester College City Skills Centre, with daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. This emergency first aid at work qualification covers how to respond to a range of first aid emergencies in the workplace, from managing an unresponsive casualty to treating wounds and dealing with shock. The course runs over 6 weeks part-time. Employers across most sectors expect at least one trained first aider on site, so this level 3 emergency first aid at work certificate is a practical addition to any CV.

Who this course is for

This Rail Engineering Programme is designed for anyone who wishes to work as a Railway Engineer.

To complete your Rail Engineering (Operative) level 2, you�ll need to build a portfolio of evidence to prove your competence as an engineer. This may involve things such as risk assessments, briefings, work completion reports, and a safe system of work plans. The Rail Engineering (Operative) level 2, is a great qualification to have and is comparable in academic level to GCSEs. It�s a significant piece of work, but with the support of our experienced tutors, it makes the qualification easily obtainable for aspiring Railway Engineers. Our qualification is accredited by ETA. Must be prepared to work outside in all weathers.

To enrol onto this course you must be aged 19 years or older on 31st August. See the entry requirements section for full details.

If you are 16-19 years old these activities will be timetabled as will work experience and placement. You can also choose to take part in other activities. For other age groups, activities will be tailored to your needs.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
  • You'll learn how to perform CPR on an adult
  • You'll learn how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED)
  • You'll learn how to treat wounds, bleeding, and shock
  • You'll learn how to recognise and respond to a range of common medical emergencies
  • You'll learn how to manage choking in an adult
  • You'll learn how to record and report first aid incidents in the workplace

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Leicester College City Skills Centre. You'll take part in practical demonstrations and hands-on skills practice, covering real emergency scenarios. Assessment is through a practical skills assessment and a short knowledge test. You need to demonstrate competence in the core first aid techniques to pass.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leicester College City Skills Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • First Aider at Work: designated first aid cover in any workplace
  • Appointed Person (First Aid): responsible for first aid arrangements in smaller organisations
  • Construction Site First Aider: required on most sites under health and safety regulations
  • Warehouse or Logistics First Aider: first aid cover in distribution and storage settings
  • School or Nursery First Aider: supporting staff first aid provision in education settings
  • Retail or Hospitality First Aider: in-house first aid cover for customer-facing environments

What you could study next

Once you hold the Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work, you could progress to the Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work, which covers a broader range of emergencies and is valid for three years. From there, some workplaces require the full First Aid at Work Requalification. If you work in a specific sector, look at paediatric first aid qualifications for childcare settings, or NEBOSH and IOSH courses if you want to move into a broader health and safety role.

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