First Response Emergency Care (FREC)

-Level 3-

The QA Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (QCF) qualification is specifically designed for those seeking a career in the emergency services, ambulance services, the event medical sector or those who work in high risk workplaces.

This regulated and nationally recognised prehospital care qualification fulfils the competencies set out in the Pre-hospital Emergency Medicine (PHEM) skills framework at descriptor level D.

Our team of ex-NHS Ambulance tutors and assessors offer extensive practical, clinical and educational experience, ensuring professional delivery, mentor support and guided learning throughout your course.

sia_logoThe QA Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (QCF) is one of the few first aid qualifications recognised by the Security Industry Authority (SIA).

Awarding Body: QUALSAFE
Award Type: Regulated
Level: 3
Credits: 15
Classroom Phase: 2 days / 5 days
Expiry: 3 Years
Group size: 6 students
Cost from: £2400.00+vat
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v-FREC (Option 1)

Delivery Structure

Self-directed study: 118 hours
Virtual Classroom: 19 hours (online)
Contact learning: 17 hours (classroom)

Minimum time to complete the award: 3 weeks
Maximum time to complete the award: 20 weeks

Assessment

13 x Practical assessments
3 x Theory assessments (Multiple Choice Question Papers)
4 x Skills tests and continuous formative assessment conducted throughout the course

FREC (Option 2)

Delivery Structure

Self-directed study: 113 hours
Online learning: 5 hours
Contact learning: 35 hours (classroom)

Minimum time to complete the award: 3 weeks
Maximum time to complete the award: 20 weeks

Assessment

13 x Practical assessments
3 x Theory assessments (Multiple Choice Question Papers)
4 x Skills tests and continuous formative assessment conducted throughout the course

Distance Learning

You will be provided with a course manual prior to the classroom phase of the course. It is advised that you complete a minimum of 118 hours of self-study before, during and after the classroom phase of the course. Additional resources will be available through our VLE at www.flr.training

Virtual Classroom

Our scheduled virtual classrooms offer powerpoint presentation, whiteboard activities, interactive quizzes and breakout rooms for team work. This interactive virtual environment allows you to participate in the comfort of your own home.

Classroom Phase

Interactive classroom learning with practical simulation training is delivered by our experienced ex-NHS clinical tutors and current Paramedics/Nurses with over 100 years combined teaching experience of all clinical levels.

Work Based Learning

It is recommended that you complete a period of consolidation on completion of your course within a clinical placement. This allows for an opportunity to demonstrate new skills within a supervised environment.

Course Syllabus

Adult CPR & AED | Airway Anatomy | Airway Management | Burn Severity | Catastrophic Bleeding
Child Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation | Choking Patient | Circulatory System | ECG Recognition | Infant CardioPulmonary Resuscitation | Management of Fractures | Medical Emergencies | Patient Report Forms | Respiratory System
Secondary Survey | Unconscious Patient | Wounds, Bleeding & Shock

First Response Emergency Care

QA Level 3 Certificate offers entry level education for those who wish to seek employment within the pre-hospital care sector.

First Response Emergency Care

QA Level 4 Certificate offers intermediate level education for those who wish to continue their education towards gaining the level 5 Diploma.

First Response Emergency & Urgent Care

QA Level 5 Diploma offers recognition within the Private Ambulance Sector, Security Industry and NHS. APL opportunities towards gaining Paramedic education.

QA Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (QCF)

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Frequently Asked Questions…

Learners must be at least 17 years old on the first day of the training. There are no other formal entry requirements but to benefit from the learning we advise that Learners have a minimum of Level 2 in literacy and numeracy or equivalent and a basic understanding of first aid.

Direct bank payment and Direct Debit have no additional charges.
There is a 1.5% transaction fee for card payments.

ELCAS_logoYes we offer ELCAS funding our ELCAS number is: 4187

Yes you can if you are an NHS trained ECSW and no longer working for the trust, you can complete the Conversion course (3 Days). If you are still working for the trust you can claim APL directly to level 4.

Yes you will be provided with a copy that will be yours to keep

It is advised that you review additional resources including the following text:

Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness, 11th edition by Ross and Wilson
Ambulance Care Essentials, 1st edition by Richard Pilbury and Kris Lethbridge

The virtual classroom will accessed via our Ringcentral Meetings software. An access link will be sent to you for use during the virtual classroom element of the course.

Yes, you will have to attend all sessions as programmed throughout the 3 days. These sessions will be recorded as evidence so you must have access to a computer with a webcam.

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