First Responder Emergency Care FREC-3
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First Responder Emergency Care (l3)
FROS Level 3
Be the First to Act, When Every Second Counts
Be Prepared to Save Lives
The First Response Emergency Care (FREC-3) qualification is a nationally recognised Level 3 award that forms part of a progressive suite of prehospital care training. Designed for individuals working or aspiring to work in emergency care roles, FREC-3 is widely recognised across the security, event medical, and prehospital sectors. It is ideal for those seeking a solid foundation in emergency response or looking to progress toward higher clinical qualifications.
Confidence Through Practical Training
Delivered through hands-on scenarios and expert instruction, the course equips you with advanced first aid techniques, decision-making skills, and real-world experience. It’s ideal for anyone who wants to go beyond standard first aid and become a confident, capable first responder.
FROS Level 3
Who This Course Is For:
This course is ideal for:
Event medics and first responders
Security personnel requiring advanced medical training (including SIA licence compliance)
Outdoor professionals and expedition leaders
Those working in remote environments or high-risk industries
Anyone beginning a career in prehospital emergency care
No prior medical experience is necessary, but learners must be at least 17 years old and physically capable of performing CPR and other practical skills.
CPR Saves Lives
The FREC-3 course equips learners with essential knowledge and practical skills, including:
Patient assessment and primary survey
Airway management and use of oxygen
Basic life support and CPR (adult, child, and infant)
Managing catastrophic bleeding and trauma
Medical emergencies (e.g. cardiac arrest, stroke, diabetes, anaphylaxis)
Use of AEDs, medical gases, and patient monitoring equipment
Immobilisation and manual handling techniques
Duration: Typically 5 days (classroom-based with practical assessments)
Assessment: Ongoing practical evaluations and multiple-choice exams
Certification: Qualsafe Awards Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF)
Validity: Certificate valid for 3 years, with options to progress to FREC-4
Initial Response & Scene Management
Scene safety and dynamic risk assessment Primary and secondary patient surveys Manual handling of casualties Managing incidents and triage in multi-casualty situations Effective handover and casualty reporting
Life-Saving Interventions
Basic and advanced airway management (including suction and airway adjuncts) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillator (AED) use Oxygen administration and monitoring Catastrophic bleeding control (tourniquets and haemostatic dressings)
Trauma & Injury Management
Spinal, head, and neck injury management Fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue injuries Burns and scalds Shock recognition and management
Medical Emergencies
Heart attack and cardiac conditions Stroke (CVA) Asthma and breathing difficulties Anaphylaxis and allergic reactions Seizures and epilepsy Diabetes and blood sugar emergencies
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Gain More Than a Certificate – Build Real-World Confidence
Completing the FREC Level 3 course doesn’t just earn you a qualification—it empowers you with the knowledge, composure, and hands-on experience to make a real difference when it matters most. Whether it’s for your career, your team, or your community, becoming a first responder is a commitment to stepping up and saving lives. Ready to take the lead in an emergency?