Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult BLS, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF)

Course Overview

Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate treatment. The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult BLS, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF) combines critical resuscitation skills with the knowledge and practical competence to recognise and treat a casualty experiencing anaphylaxis.

Based on guidance from the Resuscitation Council (UK), this qualification is ideal for anyone with a specific responsibility at work, or in community and voluntary activities, where they may need to respond to a cardiac or anaphylactic emergency.

Who Is This Course For?

• Individuals with a workplace responsibility for first aid, particularly where there is a known anaphylaxis risk
• Staff in schools, nurseries, food service, leisure and healthcare settings
• Community and voluntary workers who may encounter anaphylaxis emergencies
• Anyone looking to build CPR, AED and anaphylaxis management skills in a single qualification

What You Will Learn

• Incident and casualty assessment
• Adult CPR — correct technique and rate
• Safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) — including correct pad placement
• CPR and AED considerations
• Recovery position — when and how to use it
• Recognising suspected anaphylaxis — airway, breathing and circulation signs
• Common anaphylaxis triggers
• First aid treatment for anaphylaxis — casualty positioning, calling emergency services
• Using an adrenaline auto-injector (training device)

Certification

On successful completion you will receive an Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Award certificate. Annual renewal is recommended to maintain competency. This qualification can complement your existing first aid qualifications and is particularly valuable in settings where anaphylaxis risk is a concern.

Progression

This qualification can be taken alongside or following a broader first aid qualification. It is recommended as an annual refresher for holders of First Aid at Work and Emergency First Aid at Work certificates, and for those working in environments with known allergy risks.