Qualification Information
| VTCT Product Code: FA3A2 | GLH: 6 | Age Restriction: 16 |
| Qualification Number: 603/3754/0 | Units: 1 | |
| Level: 3 |
Additional Information
Documentation for this qualification last amended 1st November 2018
Statement of purpose
Who is this qualification for?
The VTCT Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work is aimed at learners who wish to attain knowledge and the practical competency required to deal with a range of workplace first aid situations. There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
What does this qualification cover?
This qualification will teach learners how to:
Additionally learners will identify how to minimise the risk of infection.
Why is this qualification the most suitable?
Learners will understand the role of an Emergency First Aid at Work responsible person and be able to provide a valuable skill that is not only required by employers but can be used in any given emergency situation. Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of a range of practices and theories that can be used in a variety of emergency situations. They will also develop the ability to apply practically the knowledge, understanding and skills by simulation where specified.
What could this qualification lead to?
Learners who achieve this qualification are eligible to become a recognised Emergency First Aid at Work responsible person who is able to provide emergency first aid in a safe, prompt and effective manner. Additionally learners may wish to undertake further study to complete the VTCT Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work.
Who supports this qualification?
The Assessment Principles have been produced by the First Aid Awarding Organisation Forum (FAAOF) in cooperation with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Qualification Regulators.
Qualification Structure
Mandatory - from this group you'll need to cover a minimum of 1 components and earn a minimum of credits.
| Unit Code | Unit Ref | Unit Title | Level | Credits | GLH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UFA1 | M/616/4020 | Emergency First Aid in the workplace | 3 | 6 |
*For full details of the Rules of Combination for this qualification please see the Qualification Specification/Record of Assessment book.
Documents
*To find specifications for individual units, click on the "Structure" tab of your chosen qualification, select the unit code in the left hand column and on the new page click on the "Download unit book" tab under the unit title.
Centres approved to run this qualification
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NB: The location displayed for each centre is based upon the centre's main address. The location displayed is not necessarily the only location that the centre can deliver VTCT qualifications from. For further information on a centre's delivery capabilities please select the centre's website address.
| Centre Name | Telephone | Website | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin College | 01208 79220 | Visit website | Cornwall |
| Carlisle College | 01228 822700 | Visit website | Cumbria |
| Kendal College | 01539 814700 | Visit website | Cumbria |
| East Sussex College - Hastings | 01424 458395 | Visit website | East Sussex |
| Cheltenham School of Complementary Therapy & Beauty | 01242 255440 | Visit website | Gloucestershire |
| Brooksby Melton College | 01664 850850 | Visit website | Leicestershire |
| Grimsby Institute of Further & Higher Education | 01472 311222 | Visit website | Lincolnshire - North East Lincolnshire |
| St Helens College - Town Centre Campus | 01744 733766 | Visit website | Merseyside - St. Helens |
| North Shropshire College - Oswestry Campus | 01691 688000 | Visit website | Shropshire |
| Wakefield College | 01924 789789 | Visit website | West Yorkshire - Wakefield |
| LAZAROU HAIR GROUP (ACADEMY) | 02920 221000 | Visit website | Cardiff |
| HB Training Wales Ltd | 01437 765597 | Visit website | Pembrokeshire |