First Aid – Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work
This qualification is essential for any candidate who wishes to become an appointed person for first aid, to gain a basic knowledge of first aid, and to learn what to do in the event of an emergency.
Course Summary

Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
Delegates will gain a basic understanding of first aid and what to do in the event of an emergency. There are no special entry requirements for this course, which is validated by Highfield Qualifications. Delegates must complete a course workbook and their practical skills will be continuously assessed by our trainer throughout.
Entry Requirements
There are no special entry requirements for this course, which is validated by Highfield Qualifications.
What will you learn?
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider.
- Be able to assess an emergency safely.
- Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty (breathing and not breathing correctly)
- Be able to use an AED effectively.
- Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure.
- Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking.
- Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding.
- Know how to provide first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock.
- Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries.
How will you learn?
You will learn on-site.
What will you need to bring with you?
You will be told what documents to bring when you have booked onto the course.
How will you be assessed?
Delegates must complete a course workbook and their practical skills will be continuously assessed by our trainer throughout.
Where next?
You could complete the Level 3 Award in Full First Aid at Work to be qualified to become a first aider.
Who do you contact for more information?
To find out more, please contact dcgprofessional@dcg.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: April 9, 2025 10:13 am