ICTQual Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care

This qualification is a regulated Level 3 emergency care award designed to develop competent first responders capable of managing life-threatening situations in line with international pre-hospital emergency care standards.

• Regulated Level 3 qualification aligned with emergency care frameworks

• Practical CPR, AED, and life support training included

• Focus on trauma, medical emergencies, and patient assessment

• Suitable for workplace and community first responders

• Scenario-based training for real-world emergency response

• Progression pathway into advanced emergency medical qualifications

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care is designed to develop confident and competent first responders who can act effectively in life-threatening emergencies. The qualification focuses on immediate care techniques required in the critical first minutes before professional medical services arrive. Learners gain both theoretical understanding and practical skills in emergency assessment, life support, and trauma care. The course follows structured first response emergency principles, including scene safety, patient evaluation, and rapid intervention techniques.

• Understand structured emergency response procedures

• Develop competence in CPR and AED operation

• Learn to manage trauma, bleeding, and shock

• Gain skills in patient assessment and triage

• Apply legal and ethical responsibilities in emergencies

• Build confidence in high-pressure situations

This course develops the essential knowledge and practical abilities required to respond to medical emergencies effectively and safely in both workplace and public environments.

• Understand principles of first response emergency care and scene safety

• Perform patient assessment and prioritisation in emergencies

• Deliver CPR and use an AED correctly and safely

• Manage trauma including bleeding, burns, and fractures

• Respond to medical emergencies such as seizures and shock

• Apply post-resuscitation care and incident reporting procedures

This qualification is designed for individuals who may be required to respond to emergencies in professional or public settings and want to gain recognised life-saving competencies.

• Workplace first aiders in medium to high-risk environments

• Security personnel and event safety staff

• Healthcare assistants and support workers

• Emergency response volunteers and community responders

• Transport, construction, and industrial workers

• Individuals seeking professional emergency care skills

Learners should meet basic entry expectations to ensure they can safely participate in practical emergency care training activities.

• Minimum age of 18 years is generally required

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for theory and assessments

Learners are assessed through both practical demonstration and theoretical evaluation to ensure competence in emergency response skills.

• Practical skills assessments in CPR and AED use

• Scenario-based emergency response evaluations

• Written or multiple-choice knowledge assessments

• Continuous tutor observation during practical training

This qualification provides a strong foundation for further study and career development in emergency care, healthcare, and safety-related professions.

• Progress to advanced first aid and emergency care qualifications

• Enrol in higher-level pre-hospital or emergency medical training

• Move into workplace health and safety or first responder roles

• Develop pathways into ambulance or emergency services careers