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£ 400
Who would find this course beneficial?
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to provide adult basic life support, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and manage anaphylaxis in emergency situations. It equips learners with the confidence to respond effectively to life-threatening medical emergencies while following current UK first aid guidelines.
The course is ideal for beauty therapists, aesthetic practitioners, healthcare professionals, salon staff and anyone with a responsibility for first aid in the workplace. It also fulfils the prerequisite requirement for a range of VTCT Skills aesthetic qualifications.
Level 3
Full Time
FA3A3
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Courses Description
Course Content
Health & Safety
Learners will develop an understanding of professional health and safety responsibilities when responding to medical emergencies. Training includes scene safety, infection prevention and control, personal protective equipment (PPE), casualty assessment, safe emergency procedures and minimising risks to both the casualty and first aider.
Emergency Life Support Principles
Learners will gain the knowledge required to recognise life-threatening emergencies, assess an unresponsive casualty, perform adult basic life support, deliver effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), safely operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and manage severe anaphylactic reactions in accordance with current UK guidelines.
Casualty Assessment & Emergency Response
Learners will develop the practical skills required to assess emergency situations, identify signs of cardiac arrest or anaphylaxis, summon appropriate emergency assistance, prioritise casualty care and provide immediate life-saving treatment until professional medical help arrives.
Practical First Aid Skills
Practical training includes performing adult CPR, using an AED safely, placing an unconscious casualty into the recovery position, recognising and managing anaphylaxis, administering an adrenaline auto-injector and demonstrating safe, effective emergency response techniques through simulated scenarios.
Professional Practice
Learners will understand the importance of maintaining competence, following current Resuscitation Council (UK) guidance, recording incidents accurately, communicating effectively with emergency services and demonstrating professionalism and confidence during emergency situations.
Awarding Body
VTCT Skills
Qualification Level
Level 3 Award
Product Code
FA3A3
Course Structure
This qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit. Learners must successfully complete the mandatory unit to achieve the full qualification.
Mandatory Unit
Assessment Methods
Assessment is carried out through a combination of:
Entry Requirement
There are no formal prerequisite qualifications required to undertake this course. However, learners must be 16 years of age or over, and the training centre will ensure they have the knowledge, understanding and ability to successfully complete the qualification.
Duration
This qualification consists of 3 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and 4 Total Qualification Time (TQT).
Costs
The cost of the course is £400.00, plus a £150.00 registration fee.
Qualification Awarded
Upon successful completion of all required practical assessments and portfolio evidence, learners will receive the VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis. The qualification is valid for 3 years, after which learners must successfully retake the qualification to remain certified.
Career Opportunity
Successful learners may progress to:
KIT Required
Learners must attend all training sessions in professional attire appropriate to the training environment, consisting of a tunic (where applicable), black trousers and closed-toe shoes.
T&C
Course fees are non-refundable once enrolment has been confirmed. The VTCT qualification certificate will only be issued after successful completion of all required practical observations and portfolio evidence in accordance with VTCT Skills assessment requirements. The certificate remains valid for 3 years from the date of achievement.
