ICTQual Level 2 Award in Emergency Rescue

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in Emergency Rescue is a practical 2-day, 6-hour programme delivered through Approved Training Centres, covering emergency rescue knowledge, first aid, response procedures, search and rescue, communication, teamwork, crisis decision-making, and ethical considerations.

• ICTQual AB Level 2 Award qualification focused on emergency rescue

• 2-day, 6-hour training programme

• Practical focus on real-world emergency response scenarios

• Covers seven official study units

• Assessment through 100 multiple-choice questions

• Mandatory passing score of 75%

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in Emergency Rescue is designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and practical skills for responding effectively to emergency and rescue situations. It focuses on developing competence, confidence, and structured response capability in situations where swift action, safety awareness, and teamwork are critical.

• Develops essential knowledge for emergency response scenarios

• Builds practical rescue and first aid awareness

• Supports safe and effective crisis response

• Strengthens communication and teamwork during emergencies

• Introduces risk assessment and decision-making under pressure

• Promotes ethical, legal, and culturally sensitive emergency response

Learners will develop the core knowledge, practical awareness, and decision-making skills required to respond safely, confidently, and effectively during emergency rescue situations.

• Understand the fundamental principles and objectives of emergency rescue

• Recognise legal and ethical considerations in emergency rescue operations

• Apply basic first aid skills for common injuries and medical conditions

• Understand emergency response protocols and coordination procedures

• Use search and rescue techniques to locate, assess, extricate, and transport individuals safely

• Communicate effectively, work in teams, assess risks, and make decisions during crisis situations

This course is suitable for individuals interested in emergency services, healthcare, disaster management, public safety, voluntary rescue work, or related fields where emergency response and rescue awareness are valuable.

• Individuals seeking careers in emergency services

• Volunteers involved in emergency response or community safety

• Healthcare support personnel requiring emergency rescue awareness

• Public safety and disaster response personnel

• Workplace safety personnel supporting emergency preparedness

• Individuals who want to develop practical rescue and emergency response skills

Entry requirements may vary by institution, but ICTQual AB identifies typical requirements related to age, fitness, literacy, numeracy, English language ability, and health and safety suitability.

• Candidates should normally be at least 18 years old, physically fit, and able to safely perform practical emergency rescue activities

• Candidates should have basic literacy, numeracy, and English language skills to understand course materials, participate in training, and complete assessments

Assessment for the ICTQual Level 2 Award in Emergency Rescue is mandatory and conducted through Approved Training Centres, using multiple-choice questions to evaluate understanding and application of course material.

• 100 multiple-choice questions

• Mandatory assessment through Approved Training Centres

• Assessment of course comprehension and practical application of concepts

• Minimum passing score of 75%

Completion of the ICTQual Level 2 Award in Emergency Rescue can support further development in emergency response, rescue, healthcare, public safety, disaster relief, and related professional pathways.

• Advanced certifications in emergency medical services, search and rescue, or disaster management

• Higher education in emergency management, public health, or paramedicine

• Specialized training in HAZMAT response, urban search and rescue, or wilderness medicine

• Career development in emergency services, healthcare, public safety, disaster relief, or emergency response leadership roles