Level 3 Certificate in First Aid & CPR
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 3 Certificate in First Aid & CPR program, designed to provide advanced knowledge and practical skills for managing complex medical emergencies in workplace, community, and high‑risk environments. It emphasizes advanced life support techniques, specialized emergency care, and compliance with international first aid and resuscitation standards. Participants will gain the competence to act as advanced first aiders, bridging the gap between basic workplace first aid and professional emergency medical response.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 3 Certificate in First Aid & CPR |
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| Total Credits | 120 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 480 |
| Qualification Time | 1200 |
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Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced CPR techniques, AED operation, and recovery position for adults, children, and infants.
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Cardiovascular Emergencies Recognition and management of heart attacks, cardiac arrest, angina, and circulatory collapse.
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Airway Management Techniques for maintaining airway patency, use of airway adjuncts, and managing choking.
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems Understanding EMS roles, activation protocols, and effective communication with paramedics.
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First Aid for Respiratory Emergencies Response to asthma, anaphylaxis, hyperventilation, and respiratory distress.
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First Aid for Traumatic Injuries Management of fractures, head injuries, spinal injuries, bleeding, and shock.
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First Aid for Environmental Injuries Treatment of heatstroke, hypothermia, dehydration, and electrical injuries.
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Poisoning and Substance Abuse Recognition and immediate response to poisoning, overdoses, and substance misuse emergencies.
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Medical Emergencies Response to seizures, diabetic emergencies, strokes, fainting, and allergic reactions.
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First Aid for Special Populations Adapted care for children, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities.
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Builds competence in advanced first aid and CPR techniques
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Enhances compliance with OSHA, HSE, and international resuscitation standards
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Strengthens skills in managing cardiovascular, respiratory, and traumatic emergencies
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Provides tools for effective communication with EMS and professional responders
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Offers recognized certification to support leadership roles in workplace and community safety
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Employees in high‑risk industries (construction, oil & gas, manufacturing)
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Safety officers and HSE coordinators
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Supervisors and managers responsible for advanced workplace safety
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Community responders and NGO workers
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Individuals preparing for Train the Trainer or advanced emergency medical qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical assessment
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Format: MCQs, scenario‑based questions, and advanced first aid drills
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Total Questions: 50 theory + 2 practical assessments
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 2 days (14–16 hours total)
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Certification: Level 3 Certificate in First Aid & CPR
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