Activity First Aid
Specifically designed for those who are involved in any form of activity, including sports, leisure and recreation. Not only is Basic Life Support included, but many other First Aid conditions are also included, making this qualification very comprehensive. This Level 3 qualification is made up of two units including First Aid Essentials. It is specifically designed for those who are involved in any form of activity, including sports, leisure and recreation.
RQF Level 3 Award
Qualification title: FAA Level 3 Award in Activity First Aid (RQF)
Code: 603/2235/4
Unit 1 title: First Aid Essentials
Unit 1 code: T/615/8509
Unit 1 title: Management of Illness and Injury in Activities
Unit 2 code: M/615/8511
SCQF Level 6 Award
Qualification title: Award in Activity First Aid at SCQF Level 6
Code: R555 04
Unit 1 title: First Aid Essentials
Unit 1 code: UL59 04
Unit 1 title: Management of Illness and Injury in Activities
Unit 2 code: UL60 04
Unit 1, (or day 1) of this qualification contains and covers the learning outcomes of the level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work, so those who wish to gain the level 3 award in EFAW are able to sit day 1 of this qualification.
Duration:
A minimum of 12 contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities, plus an assignment and some pre-course activity could be required.
Syllabus:
A range of subjects are covered including:
- Responsibilities and reporting
- Resuscitation
- Angina
- Assessment of the situation
- Heart attacks
- Choking
- Head injuries
- Asthma
- Drowning injuries
- Diabetes
- Burns
- Electrical injuries
- Spinal injuries
- Heat and cold
- Minor injuries
- Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
- Seizures
- Basic hygiene in First Aid
- Bleeding control
- Shock
- Fractures
Certification
Practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor, and a three year qualification will be issued to the learner, subject to assessment. For those wishing to complete the full Level 3 qualification, this course must be completed within 6 weeks.
Assessment
A range of methods are used, including, practical and questioning (open and multiple-choice).
Numbers
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 14 years of age and a certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment. A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role. The certificate will expire as dated on the certificate, irrespective of age