FAQ Level 3 Award for First Responders on Scene: Emergency First Responder

The purpose of the FAQ Level 3 Award for First Responders on Scene: Emergency First Responder is to provide Learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding to provide the appropriate care prior to the arrival of an ambulance. It covers the knowledge and skills relating to scene safety and patient assessment, life-threatening emergencies, illnesses, medical conditions and injuries. The qualification is aimed at individuals who intend to work as first responders.

This qualification forms part of the FutureQuals First Responder On Scene (FROS®) qualification Suite.

This qualification is Category C on the FPHC PHEM Skills Framework:

Nationally certificated pre-hospital responder (use of airway adjuncts and oxygen) e.g. community first responder.