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Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care

This nationally recognised qualification is designed for individuals who are often among the first to arrive at an emergency scene. Ideal for roles such as Police Officers, Firefighters, Emergency/Community First Responders, Door Supervisors, Close Protection Operatives, Security Guards, Military Personnel and those working in high-risk environments (e.g., power stations, agriculture, manufacturing)

Course Name:

Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care

Course Cost:

£450

Group Booking Available:

Yes

Course Duration:

37 Hours

Further Information:

This qualification aims to enhance learners’ ability to effectively manage deteriorating patients, lead resuscitation efforts, and navigate related critical events. It will build upon their current knowledge and skills in patient assessment, differential diagnosis, and the recognition and management of patient deterioration. Furthermore, it will advance their existing resuscitation skills and teamwork capabilities in out-of-hospital settings for both medical and traumatic cardiac arrest.

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It’s ideal for security staff, event medics, close protection operatives, emergency responders, community first responders, and anyone progressing toward ambulance service roles

Yes — learners must hold a valid Level 3 First Aid at Work (FAW) or equivalent. Some providers also accept EFAW with additional experience.

FREC 3 is typically delivered over 5 days of face‑to‑face training.

Some centres provide pre‑reading or online modules, but this varies by provider.

Key areas include:

  • Patient assessment
  • Airway management
  • Trauma care
  • Medical emergencies
  • Oxygen therapy
  • GCS assessment
  • Use of AEDs
  • Incident management

Through a mix of:

  • Practical skill assessments
  • Scenario‑based exercises
  • Short written tasks
  • Ongoing trainer observation

Yes — FREC 3 is regulated by Qualsafe Awards and recognised across UK prehospital care sectors.

Certification is valid for 3 years.

You can progress to:

  • FREC 4
  • FREC 5/6 (with the right provider)
  • Event medic roles
  • Security/CP roles requiring enhanced medical skills
  • Voluntary responder positions

It’s a strong stepping stone and widely accepted as part of the entry pathway for many private ambulance services.

Comfortable clothing, ID, lunch/snacks, and a willingness to get hands‑on during scenarios.

Yes — learners should be prepared for kneeling, lifting, and participating in realistic emergency simulations.

Yes — all equipment, manikins, and scenario materials are supplied.