DAC Pre Hospital Care
DAC First Aid
Courses for Pre-Hospital Care
DAC First Aid
First Aid for First Responders
Dealing with minor scratches, grazes, illness, major trauma before crews arrive.
At DAC Education, we provide high quality Pre-Hospital Care Training courses for individuals and teams working in emergency, clinical and high-risk environments. Whether you’re beginning your journey in emergency care or looking to upskill as a responder or healthcare professional, our courses are designed to build confidence, competence and clinical decision making in critical situations. From regulated qualifications like FREC Level 3 and FROS Level 3 to specialist training in Immediate Life Support (ILS), Basic Life Support (BLS) and Major Incident Management. Our training combines practical, hands on learning with the latest clinical guidelines ensuring you’re ready to act when every second counts.
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DAC First Responder
More people need to know first aid
The vast majority of the general public either don’t know any first aid or wouldn’t have the confidence to apply what they do know in a time of crisis.
Our First Response Emergency Care (FREC) Level 3 course is a regulated, nationally recognised qualification designed for those who may need to deliver immediate medical care in pre-hospital environments. Whether you’re working in security, event medical cover, high risk industries or taking the first step towards a career in emergency medical services, FREC 3 provides the essential knowledge and hands on skills to respond confidently when every second counts.
Covering everything from patient assessment and airway management to catastrophic bleeding control, trauma care and medical emergencies. This intensive course blends classroom learning with scenario based training to prepare learners for real world incidents. It’s an ideal foundation for anyone looking to progress in pre-hospital care or enhance their existing first aid capabilities in high pressure situations. More Information
We currently run 6 courses a year at our centre in Suffolk, as well as bespoke courses across the country.
Our First Responder On Scene (FROS) Level 3 course is an intensive, nationally recognised qualification for those who may be first to arrive at the scene of a medical emergency. Designed for individuals working in remote, high risk or public facing roles, such as event medics, outdoor professionals, security staff and volunteer responders. FROS 3 equips learners with the practical skills and decision making ability to manage life threatening situations before professional medical help arrives.
Through a blend of hands on training and realistic scenario work, learners gain confidence in managing airway obstructions, catastrophic bleeding, trauma and a wide range of medical emergencies. You’ll also cover key responder responsibilities like scene safety, PPE use, patient assessment and emergency communication. Whether you’re looking to build your emergency care capability or progress in the pre-hospital care field, FROS Level 3 prepares you to lead when every second counts. More Information
We run a number of courses a year at our centre in Suffolk, as well as bespoke courses across the country.
This Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED Level 2 (VTQ) course for healthcare professionals is designed to equip learners with the essential skills, knowledge and confidence to deliver effective emergency first aid in critical situations. Covering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), this training ensures you are fully prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies in both clinical and community settings.
Ideal for nurses, carers, and healthcare staff requiring annual BLS updates, this course provides hands on training aligned with current best practice. Learners will gain a clear understanding of the BLS/AED algorithm, including key responsibilities, treatment principles, and the correct use and management of AED devices.
Our Basic Life Support (BLS) for HCPS course is tailored specifically for healthcare professionals and dental teams who may be required to deliver immediate resuscitation as part of their clinical role. Covering adult, child and infant CPR, choking response, recovery position and defibrillator use. This training follows the latest Resuscitation Council UK and European Resuscitation Council guidelines ensuring full compliance and clinical relevance.
Ideal for annual CPD, staff refreshers or onboarding new team members, this 4-hour course is delivered on site at your location for maximum convenience. With a focus on practical skills and healthcare specific scenarios, your team will leave confident, competent and ready to respond when every second matters in a clinical or care environment.
This Dental Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED Level 2 (VTQ) course is specifically designed for dentists, dental nurses, and dental care professionals working in clinical practice. It provides the essential skills and knowledge required to respond confidently to medical emergencies, ensuring patient safety in line with current professional standards.
The course delivers comprehensive BLS and CPR training for adults, children, and infants, tailored to the dental environment. Learners will develop practical, life-saving skills and a clear understanding of emergency response protocols relevant to dental settings.
This Immediate Life Support (ILS) course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage patients in cardiac arrest and other life-threatening emergencies. Ideal for those searching for ILS training in the UK, this course prepares learners to deliver high-quality care until the arrival of a specialist resuscitation team, while also contributing confidently as part of that team.
Delivered over one day, this ILS first aid training course combines engaging theory sessions with hands-on practical training to build competence and confidence in real-life emergency scenarios.
Aligned with the Skills for Health UK Core Skills Training Framework (UK-CSTF), this course covers both Level 2 adult and paediatric life support, making it suitable for a wide range of clinical roles.
This Immediate Life Support (ILS) course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage patients in cardiac arrest and other life-threatening emergencies. Suitable for FREC 4 qualified healthcare professionals including dentists and doctors and use sedation.
Ideal for those searching for ILS training, this course prepares learners to deliver high quality care until the arrival of a specialist resuscitation team, while also contributing confidently as part of that team.
Aligned with the Skills for Health UK Core Skills Training Framework (UK-CSTF), this course covers both Level 2 adult and paediatric life support, making it suitable for a wide range of clinical roles.
This Immediate Life Support (ILS) course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage patients in cardiac arrest and other life-threatening emergencies.
Ideal for those searching for ILS training, this course prepares learners to deliver high quality care until the arrival of a specialist resuscitation team, while also contributing confidently as part of that team.
Aligned with the Skills for Health UK Core Skills Training Framework (UK-CSTF), this course covers both Level 2 adult and paediatric life support, making it suitable for a wide range of clinical roles.
Our Major Incident Response course prepares staff to take life saving action in the critical minutes before emergency services arrive during a mass casualty or terrorist-related incident. Designed in line with the principles of Martyn’s Law (Protect Duty), this practical training gives participants the confidence and skills to manage high-pressure situations effectively. Whether in schools, public venues, retail spaces or healthcare settings.
The course covers scene safety, dynamic risk assessment, initial triage and essential interventions such as catastrophic bleeding control. Participants also learn how to declare a major incident using the METHANE protocol, communicate clearly with emergency responders and manage the psychological impact of a traumatic event. It’s a powerful, scenario-driven course tailored to those who may find themselves first on scene in a major incident.
DAC First aid
We have trained a wide variety of first aiders
From Professionals in the ambulance service to first aid volunteers in schools and workplaces