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First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Diploma

First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Course

HCC's First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Diploma equips learners with advanced emergency care skills. Perfect for security personnel and healthcare assistants. Accredited UK qualification.

The First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their skills in managing medical emergencies and providing pre-hospital care.

Delivered online by London School of International Business, the school behind Healthcare Courses. Ofqual-regulated qualifications with flexible payment plans and admissions support seven days a week.

Study online 9 months track From GBP £950

Flexible payment plans available · Start studying online immediately after enrolment

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Why enrol on this course?

The First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their skills in managing medical emergencies and providing pre-hospital care. This course equips learners with advanced techniques for assessing and handling traumatic injuries, ensuring they are prepared to deliver high-quality emergency response services.

Demand Outlook for First Response Emergency Care
Estimated UK learners — Illustrative UK estimates — not official enrolment

About this course

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

- Assess and manage complex medical emergencies with confidence.

- Implement safe handover procedures for patients in emergency situations.

- Apply advanced patient assessment techniques to ensure effective treatment outcomes.

- Develop leadership skills to coordinate emergency responses effectively.

- Understand and adhere to legal and ethical standards in pre-hospital care.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for individuals already working in security, healthcare support roles, or those aspiring to enter the field of emergency care. The First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Course provides essential training for professionals seeking to enhance their skills and expand career opportunities within high-risk environments.

  • Security personnel (UK: 350,000+)
  • Healthcare assistants in urgent care settings
  • Ambulance support staff looking for additional qualifications
  • New entrants to the emergency response sector with some medical experience
  • Those aiming to advance their roles and responsibilities in pre-hospital care

Key facts

  • Award: First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Diploma
  • Level: Diploma
  • Duration: 6 months / 9 months (flexible study)
  • Fee: GBP £1250 / GBP £950
  • Online/Flexible Study Options Available
  • Accredited by HCC London School of International Business
  • Credits: 60
  • Benefits: Enhance career prospects in emergency services and private medical sectors

Why this course?

In the ever-evolving landscape of emergency care, professionals are increasingly required to possess advanced skills for managing critical situations. The First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Course provides comprehensive training that ensures learners can respond effectively to a range of pre-hospital emergencies.

The course covers essential topics such as patient assessment, trauma management, and legal responsibilities, equipping participants with the knowledge needed to operate confidently in high-pressure environments. Upon successful completion, graduates will be well-prepared for roles within ambulance services, emergency departments, or private medical settings.

Demand Outlook
Illustrative UK estimates — not official enrolment
YearEstimated UK learners
2026120,000
2027140,000

Career path

The First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Course opens up a variety of career opportunities in the field of emergency care. Graduates can pursue roles as event medics, paramedics, or first responders in ambulance services and private medical sectors.

As demand for skilled professionals increases, this qualification provides a solid foundation for individuals looking to enter or advance within these high-demand fields. With continued growth expected in healthcare settings that require prompt and effective pre-hospital care, the FREC Level 3 Diploma is an invaluable asset to any career portfolio.

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Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • 6 months
  • 9 months
Course delivery

Online

Entry requirements

No formal qualification required

Course content
• Initial Patient Assessment and Management of a Major Incident
• Recognition and Management of Medical Emergencies
• Management of Trauma Emergencies
• Recognition and Management of Cardiorespiratory Arrest
• Obstetric, Neonatal, and Pediatric Emergencies
• Management of Environmental Emergencies
• Emergency Care Equipment and Safe Manual Handling
Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission.

Fee structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

  • 6 months — Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
  • 9 months — Standard mode @ GBP £950
Fee payment plans

The programme offers the following fee payment plans:

6 months programme

● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 months programme

● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
Accreditation
For detailed information, we kindly advise you to chat with our admissions team.

Who delivers this course

Qualification
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 Course
Delivered by
London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
Awarded by
an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
Level
RQF Level 3
Assessment
Written assignments, no exams
Support
Admissions team, 7 days a week

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