Level 3 First Aid at Work Course in Colchester. Classes run at RACPD Colchester over three full days of daytime training. This first aid at work qualification meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for workplace first aiders. You'll cover the roles and responsibilities of a first aider, how to assess an incident, and how to recognise signs and symptoms of a range of conditions. No specific entry requirements apply; you'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit.
Who this course is for
The objective of this qualification is to support learners in becoming first aiders in the workplace.
The content of the qualification meets the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for training first aiders in those organisations that have identified that staff need to be trained to this level within their first-aid needs assessment.
The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider, how to assess an incident and recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness. The qualification also covers first aid skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automated external
defibrillator (AED) and assisting a casualty who is suffering from major injury and illness such as chest injuries, spinal injuries and anaphylaxis.
In line with guidance provided by the HSE, the qualification supports/approves workplace first aiders for a period of 3 years, after which point learners will need to retake the course. Therefore, the qualification is valid for three years from the date of award. In addition to this, it is recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements but learners may find it useful if they have already achieved Lev 2 English. The minimum age is 14
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a workplace first aider.
You'll learn how to assess an incident and make the scene safe.
You'll recognise signs and symptoms of common medical conditions and injuries.
You'll practise how to manage an unresponsive casualty, including CPR and use of an AED.
You'll learn how to treat wounds, bleeding, burns, and fractures.
You'll know how to respond to choking, shock, and anaphylaxis.
You'll understand how to record and report first aid incidents.
How you will learn
Training is classroom based, delivered over three full daytime sessions. You'll learn through instructor-led teaching, practical demonstrations, and hands-on practice of first aid techniques. Assessment includes a practical skills assessment and a short knowledge-based test. Both must be passed to earn the Highfield Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. RACPD Colchester 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: required on many sites under HSE regulations.
Care Home First Aider: first aid cover in residential or nursing care.
School or Nursery First Aider: designated first aider for educational settings.
Warehouse or Logistics First Aider: first aid cover in distribution and storage.
Office First Aider: appointed first aider in corporate or public-sector offices.
What you could study next
Highfield Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: extends your skills to cover infants and children, required for many childcare roles.
Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW): a shorter qualification for lower-risk workplaces, useful if you move into a different role.
NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety: the next step if you want to move into a health and safety officer role.
