First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)

First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3)

Product Code: 6542
This five-day course delivers advanced pre-hospital care skills for those who may be first on scene at serious incidents. The First Response...
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The First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3) is delivered by St John Ambulance’s experienced trainers, combining real-world insight with hands-on learning.
St John Ambulance is a leading UK charity with over 140 years of experience in first aid education, trusted by thousands of organisations nationwide.
We won't just tell you about first aid. We'll give you the confidence to deliver first aid when and where its needed.

This five-day course delivers advanced pre-hospital care skills for those who may be first on scene at serious incidents. The First Response Emergency Care Level 3 qualification meets the competencies set out in the Faculty of Pre-Hospital Care (PHEM) framework and is ideal for high-risk environments.

Our First Response Emergency Care Level 3 course combines theory and hands-on training to prepare delegates for managing life-threatening emergencies. Topics include airway management, life-threatening bleeding control, major illnesses, and administration of emergency oxygen.

This Qualsafe-accredited programme is designed for emergency responders, security professionals, and those working in hazardous sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and events. Successful completion leads to a nationally recognised Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care (RQF).

 

COURSE BENEFITS

  • Gain advanced skills in trauma care, airway management, and emergency oxygen administration.
  • Meet industry standards for high-risk roles and emergency response readiness.
  • Delivered by expert trainers with real-world pre-hospital care experience.
  • Ideal for police, fire, security, and event medical teams.
  • Nationally recognised Qualsafe Level 3 Award upon successful completion.

The following subjects will be taught on this First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC3) Course:

  • Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first responder
  • Assessing an incident
  • Life-threatening and non life-threatening illnesses and injuries
  • Assessing and managing a patient's airway
  • Using an AED
  • Administering emergency oxygen
  • Assessing and managing trauma patients
  • Life-threatening bleeding
  • Chest injuries
  • Compromised circulation
  • Wounds and eye injuries
  • Burns and scalds
  • Suddden poisoning
  • Head, spinal and musculoskeletal injuries
  • Breathing difficulties
  • Anaphylaxis
  • Suspected major illness
  • Convulsions
  • Effects of environmental exposure
  • Adult and child resuscitation (CPR)

This learning style is entirely classroom based and requires you to attend in person with a group of other delegates. This benefits those who prefer interactive sessions with the opportunity to ask questions to the instructor.

Prior to attending, there is a requirement to complete 19 hours of pre-work.

Pick one of our training venues across the country, and choose a date to come and train with the experts.

AVAILABILITY

28/09/2026 | Bedminster
05/10/2026 | Newcastle
12/10/2026 | Farringdon
09/11/2026 | Manchester
23/11/2026 | Leicester
07/12/2026 | Farringdon

On‑site training keeps things simple: you tell us what you need, choose a date that works for your team, and we bring our qualified trainer directly to your premises. Complete a quick online booking request (click book now on this page) and our team will confirm suitable dates using live trainer availability.

On the day, the trainer arrives with everything required to run the course, delivering practical, tailored training in your own working environment - saving your team time, reducing travel, and ensuring the learning is directly relevant to your workplace.

To book this course On-site at your premises, click here

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The First Responder Emergency Care course is a higher qualification than a standard first aid at work course, and therefore previous first aid experience or training is highly recommended before completing the FREC qualification.

  • Delegates must be aged 18 or older to attend this course.
  • Delegates need a basic command of English (defined as Level 2).
  • Delegates must complete all modules.
  • Delegates must act in a professional and appropriate manner, in line with our HEART values.
  • You need to be physically fit enough to be able to demonstrate CPR*

*If you need any reasonable adjustments to be in place for your course, we will do all we can to facilitate, please advise ahead of your course by contacting our Customer Services team

CERTIFICATION
Successful learners will receive a Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care (RQF) e-Certificate after their results have been submitted and subject to verification by the awarding body (Qualsafe) and any other required actions.

The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification, ideal for those looking to work or volunteer as a first responder.

ASSESSMENT

  • 6 x practical assessment
  • 1 x theory assessments
  • 1 x invigilated anatomy and physiology assessment.

Find out how to request a transfer, reschedule or make an amendment to your course booking by clicking here.

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