HABC Award, Level 3

Course Description

The qualification covers knowledge such as the roles and responsibilities of the first-aider and how to assess an incident. The qualification also covers first-aid skills in CPR and use of an AED, providing first aid to a casualty who is choking, and dealing with external bleeding and hypovolaemic shock.

Course Duration

1 Day

Course Units/Modules

• Roles and responsibilities of the first aider
• How to assess an incident
• Recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness
• First aid skills in CPR and use of an AED
• Assisting a casualty who is suffering from major injury and illness such as chest injuries, spinal injuries and anaphylaxis

Entry requirements

We recommend learners are a minimum of 16 years of age. Learners, whatever their age, are physically capable of completing the practical assessment. It is also advised that learners have a minimum of Level 1 in English.

Assessment types

This qualification is assessed by a practical demonstration and a multiple-choice theory test

Course Location 

Face to Face Training at Rothwell Centre, Leeds, LS26 0AG

If you have any further queries or potentially need anything bespoke please email skills@luminate.ac.uk