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Level 3 Award in Anaphylaxis and Basic Life Support: Comprehensive Guide

Level 3 Award in Anaphylaxis and Basic Life Support: Comprehensive Guide

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Course Overview

HiQual UK delivers the Level 3 Award in Anaphylaxis and Basic Life Support, designed for learners progressing into advanced emergency response roles within healthcare and community settings. The qualification develops competence in recognising and managing anaphylaxis, performing basic life support (BLS), and ensuring compliance with international emergency care standards. Learners gain the expertise required to administer adrenaline, perform CPR, use AEDs, and produce audit‑ready documentation aligned with global patient safety frameworks.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title Level 3 Award in Anaphylaxis and Basic Life Support: Comprehensive Guide
Total Credits 12
Guided Learning Hours 24
Qualification Time 48
  1. Principles of Emergency Care: Core standards for immediate response in life‑threatening situations.

  2. Recognition of Anaphylaxis: Identifying signs, symptoms, and severity of allergic reactions.

  3. Adrenaline Administration: Safe use of auto‑injectors and dosage protocols.

  4. Basic Life Support Techniques: Adult CPR, chest compressions, and rescue breathing.

  5. Use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs): Operation, safety checks, and integration with CPR.

  6. Airway and Breathing Management: Ensuring airway patency and effective ventilation.

  7. Circulation and Shock Management: Monitoring vital signs and managing circulatory collapse.

  8. Legal and Ethical Responsibilities: Consent, duty of care, and compliance with emergency care legislation.

  9. Communication in Emergency Response: Team coordination, patient reassurance, and reporting.

  10. Practical Assessment and Portfolio Development: Case studies, simulations, and audit‑ready documentation.

  • Develops advanced skills in anaphylaxis recognition and emergency response

  • Strengthens competence in CPR, AED use, and airway management

  • Enhances compliance with international resuscitation and patient safety standards

  • Provides audit‑ready documentation and advanced practical assessments

  • Supports progression into Level 4 and Level 5 emergency care qualifications

  • Healthcare professionals progressing into advanced emergency response roles

  • Supervisors and team leaders in clinical and community care settings

  • Individuals seeking advanced skills in anaphylaxis management and BLS

  • Learners preparing for higher‑level emergency care and compliance qualifications

  • Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written exam and portfolio review

  • Format: MCQs, emergency simulations, documentation tasks, oral discussion

  • Total Questions: 50 theory plus multiple practical tasks

  • Passing Score: 70 percent

  • Duration: 10–14 weeks (160–200 hours)

  • Certification: Level 3 Award in Anaphylaxis and Basic Life Support

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