Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Oakham. Classes run at Rutland Adult Learning And Skills Service, one day in the classroom. You'll cover the core first aid knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to emergencies at work. The course runs during the day and takes just one day to complete. Concessions may be available, so contact the centre to ask about your options. You'll finish with a Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work with certificate.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who wants or needs to acquire the basic First Aid skills and knowledge needed to apply first aid within the workplace.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to assess an emergency situation safely and call for help.
You'll practise CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).
You'll learn how to place an unconscious casualty in the recovery position.
You'll learn how to manage choking in adults.
You'll learn how to treat wounds, bleeding, and shock.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to common medical emergencies, including seizures and heart attacks.
You'll learn how to record and report first aid incidents in the workplace.
How you will learn
The course is delivered in a classroom over one day. You'll take part in practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises, including CPR practice on a manikin. Assessment is through a practical skills assessment and a short knowledge check carried out during the day. There is no written exam to take home.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rutland Adult Learning And Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
First Aider at Work: the designated first aid contact in any workplace.
Care Assistant: many care employers require a current first aid certificate.
Nursery or Childcare Worker: first aid is a standard requirement in childcare settings.
Construction Site Worker: first aid training supports CSCS card applications.
School Support Staff: schools routinely ask for workplace first aid cover.
Warehouse or Logistics Operative: first aid cover is a common site requirement.
Retail Supervisor: responsible for health and safety on the shop floor.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (3-day): the fuller qualification for workplaces that need a designated First Aider rather than an emergency-only responder. Employers in higher-risk environments often specify this.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: required for those working in registered childcare settings under Ofsted requirements.
IOSH Working Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate: broader health and safety qualifications for those moving into safety roles.
