FREC 4 course

• 5 day course
• Remains valid with CPD
• Minimum age 18
• Qualsafe accredited
• Ambulance service recognised

Overview

Step two on the FREC pathway. The QA Level 4 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (FREC 4) (RQF) is accredited, regulated, quality assured and recognised throughout the UK. The private ambulance and event medical sector accepts it as an entry to mid-level qualification that can qualify you to work as an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) while progressing towards FREC 5.

It’s also one of few qualifications recognised by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) for licensing higher-level Close Protection Officers (CPOs) and others in executive protection, maritime and security roles.

Who is it for?

• FREC 3 qualified individuals working within the private ambulance, healthcare and/or event medical sector who wish to progress along the FREC pathway into higher paying, more autonomous and advanced roles.
• Close Protection Officers (CPOs) and others working within executive protection, maritime or security roles who are currently FREC 3 qualified but wish to upskill and improve their career prospects.
• Individuals working within high risk, remote or first responder type roles who are currently FREC 3 qualified but need a medical care qualification that is more advanced. Some examples include: Community First Responders (CFRs), overseas journalists, offshore workers, TV, film and cabin crews, Police and Fire Service, Au Pairs, aid workers and expedition leaders.

What will I be taught?

• Roles and responsibilities
• Medical emergencies
• Airway management
• AED usage
• Emergency oxygen
• Catastrophic bleeding
• Poisoning and intoxication
• Helmet removal
• Environmental exposure
• Minor injuries
• Anatomy and physiology
• Patient assessment
• Adult, child and infant CPR
• ROSC procedures
• Traumatic injuries
• Shock
• Internal and external bleeding
• Immobilisation
• Burns and scalds
• Incident reporting

How will I be assessed?

• Practical assessments
• Multiple choice theory exams
• Skills tests and continuous assessment

Pass, and you’ll receive a QA Level 4 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF). It stays valid as long as you keep a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio and attend annual refresher training. It’s part of a progressive suite of pre-hospital care qualifications that lead to the QA Level 5 Diploma in First Response Emergency and Urgent Care (RQF).

Some possible routes of progression are:

QA Level 5 Diploma in First Response Emergency and Urgent Care (RQF) .

QA Level 5 Diploma in First Response Emergency and Urgent Care (RQF)

Questions? Answered.

Can I do this course online (distance learning)?

No. Because of how this course is accredited, we can’t offer it online or by distance learning.

Is this FREC 4 course recognised by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) for licensing purposes?

Yes. This course is recognised by the SIA for licensing purposes.

What do I need to wear/bring to the course?

We provide all training materials when you arrive – stationery, notebooks, textbooks, hand-outs and aids. Wear comfortable clothing and practical footwear, and keep jewellery to a minimum.

Do you provide lunch?

Water, tea, coffee and biscuits are on us. Lunch isn’t, so please bring your own or plan ahead. There’s a kitchenette on site with a fridge, kettle, microwave and sink, and local amenities within a five minute walk.

What happens if I fail an assessment?

If you don’t pass an assessment, your assessor will give you detailed feedback on which criteria weren’t met. You’ll then get a support plan with clear steps to prepare for reassessment. Reassessment dates depend on the qualification, so we agree them case by case.

Do you have a cancellation policy?

Cancelling within 3 weeks of the start date? We can’t offer a refund, as we’re unlikely to fill your place in time. But you can swap with someone else – we’ll simply change the name on the booking.