Outdoor First Aid - Course Overview

This two-day Outdoor First Aid course covers a wide range of emergency scenarios, helping participants build the confidence to respond calmly, safely, and effectively, particularly where professional medical help is not available straight away.

The course also meets the First Aid requirements of the expedition syllabus and is suitable for Bronze, Silver, and Gold Duke of Edinburgh awards.

There is enough content to satisfy HSE requirements for Emergency First Aid at Work. An additional certificate can be provided for workplace purposes if required, this should be requested from your instructor, and additional fees may apply.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for individuals who want the confidence to manage medical incidents in outdoor or remote settings, especially those responsible for the safety of others in outdoor environments.

It is particularly suited to expedition leaders, outdoor instructors, teachers, youth group leaders, and volunteers, as well as individuals taking part in Duke of Edinburgh expeditions.

It’s also a great option for those working in remote or outdoor environments who need the skills to manage emergencies when professional medical support may be delayed.

Those involved in physical activities or specialist working environments may also benefit from Sports Injury First Aid or Electrical Industry First Aid training.

Contents / Learning Outcomes

A Range of Outdoor First Aid Related Subjects Are Covered:

First Aid Equipment
Assessment of the situation
Prioritising treatment
Environmental factors
Moving a casualty

Emergency & Injury Response

Medical & Environmental Conditions

Certification

A three-year Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment.

This qualification confirms the ability to provide first aid in outdoor environments and manage a wide range of injuries and medical emergencies. Refresher training is recommended to help maintain confidence, competence, and best practice.

Accreditation

Accreditation for this course is provided by First Aid Awards (FAA), which is regulated by Ofqual and SQA Accreditation.

All qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF), ensuring training meets recognised UK standards and is delivered in line with current best practice.

This provides assurance that course content and certification are quality assured and nationally recognised.

Facts and Further Information

Course Details

Duration: 2 days (16 hours)
Candidates Minimum Age: 16
Group Size: Up to 12 Candidates per 1 Trainer/Assessor
Assessment Method: Activities, test paper, practical assessments
Pre-requisite: None required - open to all levels of experience

Suggested Progression:

Recommended annual refresher training
Requalification training every three years

Course Reviews

Steph, Assistant Care Manager, Boston Spa, LS23
Please can you pass on some feedback from today's trainers? Vic & Laura.. we had them do basic life support at Box Tree… what a team they are. They were spot on, really simple, informative training. We had a good laugh, and some really good techniques were shown. They were very professional and helped those who needed it. Many thanks, Steph
Basic Life Support
Gayle, Leicestershire
This was the best first aid course I've done, it was very well explained.
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course
Sarah, Walsall
I took part in your one-day first aid at work course today at the golf club Aldridge, and I would just like to say that I have done many first aid courses in my time but the one I did today was absolutely fantastic!! The two gents that hosted the course were inspirational and I can promise you we will recommend your company to everyone that walks through our door! I feel for the first time ever, after a course that I would be confident in doing all I could in saving someone's life. I walked out wishing I did the 3-day course, Thank you again and see you in 3 years!!
Level 2 Emergency First Aid at Work
Soazig, Walsall
I was on that course today, led by Bryan and Rob, and I just wanted to pass on how excellent it was. I practise a holistic therapy called "Bowen" and must hold at the very least the Emergency First Aid certificate in order to maintain my membership with the FHT. I did the initial training 3 years ago, and so had to re-train this year. Both trainings were with First Response First Aid, but I must say that I found today's training really very good. Brian and Rob offer 2 different styles of teaching, but they complement each other very well. Brian's understated but very witty way grabbed my attention for most of the day, and left me with no doubt that I had a very knowledgeable person in front of me. If Rob initially came across as a not so confident speaker, he immediately perked up as soon as it was down to practicing some skills, and his enthusiasm was very communicative. He also knows how to correct people's inaccuracy in their gestures in such a way that doesn't make them feel self-conscious, but rather encourage them to do better. The fact that he is a firefighter undoubtedly adds some perspective to his input. So I guess all I'm saying is thank you for providing such a quality training. I went home feeling rather confident with the thought of having to use those refreshed and updated skills; though I still hope not to have to use them.
Emergency First Aid at Work course
Sarah, Wolverhampton
I found this course engaging. The trainer was professional, but approachable and friendly allowing me to feel comfortable to ask questions and be involved. The use of videos helped to see real situations - GREAT IDEA !!
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course
Kate, London
A huge thank you for arranging the first aid course for the bank. We had a wonderful time learning Emergency First Aid and we all passed. The trainer was interactive, passionate and fun. It was a great way of learning. Lunch was great too, and there was plenty of tea and coffee.
Emergency First Aid
Jessica, Leicestershire
Brilliant trainer very informative and fun. Explained concepts really well :)
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course
Nicola, Oldbury
Learning new things that will improve the way you handle food in the workplace and at home. I enjoyed the course and the time went really quickly. Anyone who handles food should go on this course, even if you don't cook or handle food in a workplace, its very informative.
Level 2 Food Course
Donna, Warwickshire
It's the first time I've ever done a First Response First Aid course, as I've always done a St Johns before now. I'm very impressed as I didn't glaze over.
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Course
The First Response (First Aid) trainer started the session and literally within seconds had established a strong, warm, rapport with the delegates.
Shirley, Derby
Glenn was a very knowledgeable & competent trainer. He was friendly & explained everything to a level to suit all present. He coped with all the unusual questions & scenarios which we have come across excellently. I would highly recommend him as a trainer for groups of all abilities & feel he should be commended for his hard work.
First aid at work
Martyn, Leicestershire
Please can you kindly pass on my thanks to Tense and also those of all the candidates who enjoyed the course on Tuesday which she ran in Kibworth. I have received very positive feedback from them and they all have said that they learned a lot and benefited from her experience.
Level 2 Food Course

Outdoor First Aid 16-hour (RQF Level 3 Award)

Outdoor First Aid - Course Overview

Who Is This Course For?

Contents / Learning Outcomes

A Range of Outdoor First Aid Related Subjects Are Covered:

Emergency & Injury Response

Medical & Environmental Conditions

Certification

Accreditation

Facts and Further Information

Course Details

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