The Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals who wish to become emergency care providers in the pre-hospital environment. This qualification forms part of a progressive suite of pre-hospital care qualifications and is widely recognised across multiple sectors, including the security industry, event medical cover, emergency response teams, and ambulance services.
This qualification equips learners with the clinical knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to a wide range of pre-hospital emergencies and serves as an entry-level qualification for emergency care careers.
The First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (RQF) qualification equips learners with the clinical knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to a wide range of pre-hospital emergencies.
This course is also a recognised step toward Level 4 and Level 5 pre-hospital care qualifications for those pursuing higher clinical responsibilities.
FREC 3 provides essential emergency care skills for the critical moments before professional medical help arrives, potentially saving lives in emergency situations.
This qualification is mandatory for SIA Close Protection operatives and widely required across emergency response sectors.
We aim to deliver high-quality emergency care training at competitive prices without compromising standards. The Level 3 FREC course is approved by Qualsafe Awards and meets national pre-hospital care frameworks.
This course is ideal for individuals who:
This qualification includes comprehensive training in pre-hospital emergency care with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills assessment.
| Unit Title | Level | Credit | GLH | TUT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Response Emergency Care | 3 | 15 | 35 | 50 |
During the training, candidates will learn to:
There are no formal prerequisites for this qualification. However:
Note: This qualification is accessible to those new to emergency care while providing a solid foundation for career progression.
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF) valid for 3 years.
Learners are strongly encouraged to attend annual CPD training and complete the FREC 3 Refresher before certificate expiry to maintain competency and progress to higher-level qualifications.
Successful learners can progress to:
Important: Refresher training ensures that emergency care providers maintain up-to-date knowledge and readiness in line with best practices and current clinical standards.
Take the first step toward your emergency medical career and become a certified first responder with Skydatasol Security.
5-day intensive course • Portfolio & practical assessment • 3-year validity
Professional emergency care training that prepares you for critical pre-hospital situations and opens doors to rewarding careers in emergency response.