Training Courses

Course Duration: 1 day course

Regulated: Ofqual Regulated

Frequency: 1 Year

Intended Audience:

This one-day outdoor first aid course is designed for individuals who work or volunteer in rural or outdoor settings, where additional help is nearby but not always immediately available. Ideal for outdoor instructors, sports coaches, school staff, or leaders overseeing countryside visits, this course builds the skills and confidence needed to respond to emergencies in the field.

Who Is This Course For?

The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in the Fundamentals of Outdoor First Aid (RQF) is a great fit for:

• Outdoor activity instructors and sports leaders
• Primary and secondary school teachers
• Forest school or Duke of Edinburgh leaders
• Anyone responsible for groups in rural or semi-remote areas

It’s perfect for those who may not be far from support, but still need to provide first aid while waiting for help to arrive.

Progression Opportunity

Successful learners can use this qualification as a foundation to achieve the full 2-day Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid (RQF). To upgrade, you would only need to attend the second day of that course.

What You’ll Learn

In just one extended day, this course covers essential outdoor first aid knowledge and hands-on skills, including:

• How to stabilise and insulate a casualty outdoors
• Dealing with cardiac arrest and using CPR techniques
• Managing severe bleeding and choking
• Treating unconsciousness and drowning
• Responding to common medical conditions in outdoor environments

This practical course is delivered by experienced trainers and includes scenario-based learning to prepare you for real-world emergencies.

Full course specification

Location: Lancashire & Greater Manchester

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