Highfield Level 3 International Award in First Aid at Work and Use of AED with CPR for All Ages

Highfield International is a leading UK-based awarding organization that provides internationally recognized qualifications in compliance, safety, and workplace skills. It is widely accepted across the GCC, including Saudi Arabia, for regulated and professional training programs.

Highfield Level 3 International Award in First Aid at Work and Use of AED with CPR for All Ages

Course Overview

The Highfield Level 3 International Award in First Aid at Work and Use of AED with CPR for All Ages is designed for organisations and individuals who require comprehensive workplace first aid training. This qualification covers essential first aid knowledge and practical skills needed to respond to emergencies involving adults, children, and infants.

The course includes the roles and responsibilities of a first aider, how to assess an incident, how to recognise signs and symptoms of injuries and illnesses, and how to provide first aid safely and effectively. Learners will also be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Key Takeaways

Participants will learn how to:

  1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
  2. Assess emergency situations safely
  3. Perform adult, child, and infant CPR
  4. Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) correctly
  5. Provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty
  6. Manage choking incidents involving adults, children, and infants
  7. Provide first aid for bleeding, shock, and minor injuries
  8. Conduct a secondary survey and casualty assessment
  9. Provide first aid for major injuries such as fractures, head injuries, and spinal injuries
  10. Respond to burns, poisoning, chest injuries, and eye injuries confidently

Course Outline

Roles and Responsibilities of a First Aider +
Understanding workplace first aid responsibilities and infection control.
Assessing an Emergency Situation +
Scene safety, primary survey, and calling emergency services.
Managing an Unresponsive Casualty +
Understanding when to perform CPR and when to use the recovery position.
Adult, Child, and Infant CPR +
Learning CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants using manikins.
Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) +
Understanding AED safety procedures and how to use an AED correctly.
Choking Management +
Recognising choking and providing first aid for adults, children, and infants.
External Bleeding and Shock +
Understanding how to control bleeding and provide first aid for shock.
Secondary Survey and Casualty Assessment +
Learning how to conduct a full casualty assessment safely.
Injuries to Bones, Muscles, and Joints +
Providing first aid for fractures, sprains, and strains.
Head, Spinal, and Chest Injuries +
Recognising serious injuries and responding safely.
Burns, Eye Injuries, and Poisoning +
Providing first aid for burns, chemical exposure, and poisoning.
Practical First Aid Session +
Hands-on training including CPR, AED, and practical first aid demonstrations.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

  1. Workplace first aiders
  2. Safety officers and supervisors
  3. Teachers and school staff
  4. Security personnel
  5. Construction and industrial workers
  6. Healthcare assistants
  7. Anyone responsible for workplace safety

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