Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Tipton. Classes run at Tipton College, part-time during the day. You'll need to show evidence of working at Level 3 standard, or complete an initial assessment before you start. The course runs over 4 weeks and covers the core skills needed to respond to workplace injuries and emergencies. Topics include CPR, choking, seizures, shock, wounds, bleeding, and burns. Attendance at all classes is required to complete the qualification.
Who this course is for
The course will enable you to develop and practise first aid skills to the required standards to deal safely, promptly and effectively with injuries, which occur in the workplace. The topics you will cover include: - Role of the first aider, accident report, first aid kits, personal safety and hygiene, primary survey, resuscitation of adult, unconscious casualty, choking, seizures, shock, wounds, bleeding and burns.
Entry requirements
You will be required to produce evidence of your current certificates demonstrating you are able to work at level 3 standards or complete an initial assessment
It is important that learners attend all classes, as not attending reduces their ability to achieve on the course.
What you will learn
You'll understand the role of the first aider, including accident reporting and first aid kit management.
You'll carry out a primary survey to assess a casualty safely.
You'll perform adult resuscitation (CPR) to the required standard.
You'll manage an unconscious casualty in a safe position.
You'll respond to choking, seizures, and shock.
You'll treat wounds, bleeding, and burns promptly and effectively.
You'll apply personal safety and hygiene practices when giving first aid.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom-based at Tipton College. You'll learn through practical demonstration and hands-on practice, building the skills to respond to real workplace emergencies. Assessment is practical and knowledge-based, covering the topics listed in the course content. Attendance at all sessions is required; missing classes will affect your ability to complete the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tipton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
First Aider at Work: designated workplace first aider in any sector.
Care Assistant: many care roles require a current first aid certificate.
Nursery or Childcare Worker: first aid is a standard requirement in early years settings.
Construction Site Worker: site rules often require first aid cover on site.
Security Officer: first aid knowledge supports safe working in public-facing roles.
Warehouse or Logistics Operative: employers value first aid-trained staff on the floor.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (Highfield or similar): a longer qualification covering a wider range of emergencies, required for the full First Aid at Work certificate that some employers specify.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: if you work or plan to work with children, this covers infant and child-specific emergencies and is required in many childcare settings.
NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety: a recognised step into health and safety roles.
