Qualification Overview

The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) aims to develop learners’ knowledge, understanding, and skills of first aid at work. The qualification will provide learners with the opportunity to administer first aid procedures in the workplace by becoming a qualified first aider.

The Focus Awards Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) meets the Health and Safety Executive (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 in respect of First Aid at Work and is aimed at those who work, or intend to work, for a range of organisations. All employers are required by law to have a First Aid provision for their employees.

In achieving the Focus Awards Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF), all learners will cover essentials of First Aid, including roles and responsibilities, incident assessment, and managing and administering First Aid to casualties in a variety of situations. These situations could relate to breathing, chocking, bleeding, shock, and minor injuries as well as casualties with sudden poisoning, anaphylaxis, and suspected major illness.

Qualification Structure

In order to achieve the Focus Awards Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) Learners must complete 2 mandatory units.

Learner Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification.

Progression routes

Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:

• Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF)

• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)

• Focus Awards Level 3 Award In Emergency First Aid At Work (RQF)

Age Ranges

Entry is at the discretion of the centre; however, learners should be at least 16 yeras old to undertake this qualification.

Geographical Coverage

This qualification has been accredited for use in England and Northern Ireland.

Qualification Specification

To view the Qualification Specification please click here.

Course overview

First Aid at Work focuses on workplace first aid. It offers a route to explore the knowledge and working practices relevant to this subject, with an emphasis on understanding responsibilities and applying a careful, professional approach.

Areas of focus

Key areas to discuss with the training team include assessing incidents, communicating with emergency services, and supporting an injured or unwell person. The exact units, practical activities, and assessment requirements depend on the course specification and your chosen route.

Before you enrol

Contact the training team to confirm the full syllabus, entry requirements, delivery arrangements, and assessment process. Where the course supports a card, licence, or professional pathway, check the separate eligibility requirements before booking.