Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is aimed at learners who wish to become emergency first-aiders in the workplace. This qualification meets the requirements for training emergency first-aiders in those organisations that have identified that staff need to be trained to this level within their first-aid needs assessment.

How long will it take?

To complete this emergency first aid at work qualification learners should expect to undertake 7 hours of learning, typically over one day, with a minimum contact time of 6 hours.

Topics covered

The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first aider and how to assess an incident. The qualification also covers first aid skills in CPR and use of an AED, providing first aid to a casualty who is choking and dealing with external bleeding and hypovolaemic shock.

Assessment method

This qualification is assessed by a practical demonstration and a multiple-choice theory test.

E-learning Options

For each learner registration purchased, you are able to add the equivalent number of Highfield’s Emergency First Aid at Work e-learning course for just an additional 25p (which includes a PDF copy of our First Aid handbook). Alternatively, you can add this e-learning course with a hard copy of the publication for an additional £1.25. These additions can be made during the purchase process.

*Subject to eligibility - speak to one of our team for more information and to see if you are eligible