LEVEL 3 EMERGENCY CARE FOR FIRST RESPONDERS

Course Details:

• Qualification: Highfield Level 3 Award in Emergency Care for First Responders (RQF)
• Duration: 5 Days
• Timings: 09:00 – 18:00
• Location: Close Protection Academy, Stratford, East London
• Instructor: Jill Robertson
• Assessment: Multiple-choice exam and practical skills assessments

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Course Overview:

The Level 3 Emergency Care for First Responders course is a nationally recognised, RQF-accredited qualification designed for individuals who may be required to provide emergency medical care at the scene of an accident or critical incident. This comprehensive 5-day course is delivered by Close Protection Academy – a trusted Highfield-approved emergency medical training provider. Perfect for those in high-pressure security or public safety roles, this course equips learners with pre-hospital emergency care skills aligned to Category D of the Pre-Hospital Emergency Medicine (PHEM) framework.

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Who Is This Course For?

• SIA Close Protection Operatives, Security Officers and Door Supervisors
• Event Medical Responders
• Airline Cabin Crew, Transport & Maritime Staff
• Community First Responders

This qualification is essential for those who need to manage potentially life-threatening emergencies and provide intermediate pre-hospital medical support.

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Course Content:

• Responsibilities and legal framework for emergency first responders
• Safe scene assessment and casualty management
• Adult, child, and infant CPR techniques
• Use of AEDs (automated external defibrillators)
• Therapeutic oxygen administration
• Managing catastrophic bleeding and applying tourniquets and haemostatic dressings
• Treating spinal injuries, chest trauma, heart attacks, and anaphylaxis
• Supporting casualties with major illnesses or injuries, including seizures and strokes

This is one of the most comprehensive emergency first aid qualifications available for security and safety personnel in the UK.

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Entry Requirements:

• Learners must be 18+ years old.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in spoken and written English.
• A background in first aid, security, emergency services, or military/medical support roles is highly recommended.
• Participants must wear appropriate, comfortable clothing suitable for practical, scenario-based training.

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What to Bring:

• One form of valid photographic identification, such as:
  • Valid passport (any nationality)
  • UK photocard driving licence
  • Valid SIA licence
  • Warrant card issued by HM Forces or the Police