Free Level 3 First Aid at Work Course in Hartlepool. Classes run at Hartlepool College of Further Education, with part-time daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. This first aid at work qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations, qualifying you to act as a designated First Aider in your workplace. The course runs over 18 hours. You'll cover emergency response, CPR, managing injuries, and a range of common workplace medical situations.
Who this course is for
The HABC L3 Award in First Aid at Work is an accredited
qualification is ideal for those already working or preparing to work
within industry wishing to become a First Aider in the workplace for the
purposes of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the
Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (NI) 1982.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to manage a first aid emergency safely and confidently.
You'll practise CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).
You'll learn how to treat wounds, burns, and bleeding.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to choking in adults and children.
You'll learn how to manage fractures, sprains, and suspected spinal injuries.
You'll learn how to recognise the signs of a stroke, heart attack, and diabetic emergency.
You'll learn how to place an unconscious casualty in the recovery position.
You'll understand your responsibilities as a designated workplace First Aider.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Hartlepool College of Further Education. You'll take part in practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises, including CPR practice on manikins. Assessment includes a practical skills assessment and a short written or multiple-choice test. Both must be passed to achieve the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hartlepool College of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
First Aider at work - designated workplace first aid responder
Construction site first aider - required on many building sites
Care assistant - first aid often required in care settings
School support staff - many schools require a qualified First Aider on site
Warehouse or logistics operative - first aid cover required in many depots
Factory or manufacturing worker - health and safety first aid role
Sports coach or fitness instructor - first aid qualification commonly expected
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid - if you work with children, this covers infant and child-specific emergencies.
NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety - the next step if you want to move into a health and safety officer role.
Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) - a shorter qualification for lower-risk workplaces, useful as a refresher or for a different employer context.
