
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult BLS, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF)
£45.00
This qualification forms part of the QA First Aid suite of qualifications. The qualification and learning
outcomes are based on the recommendations of:
• The Resuscitation Council (UK)
• A distinguished panel of experts in emergency medical care
This qualification should enable Learners to attain the practical competencies needed to provide
basic life support (BLS), safely use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and manage a casualty
with anaphylaxis.
This qualification specification provides information for Centres and Learners about the delivery of
the Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult BLS, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF) and includes
the unit information, assessment methods and quality assurance arrangements.
Objective
The objective of the qualification is to benefit Learners by preparing them to provide BLS
interventions, safely use an AED and provide treatment for anaphylaxis.
Intended audience
This qualification is for people who have a specific interest or responsibility at work, or in voluntary
and community activities, who may need to provide BLS interventions, safely use an AED and
manage a casualty suffering from anaphylaxis.
Description
This qualification forms part of the QA First Aid suite of qualifications. The qualification and learning
outcomes are based on the recommendations of:
• The Resuscitation Council (UK)
• A distinguished panel of experts in emergency medical care
This qualification should enable Learners to attain the practical competencies needed to provide
basic life support (BLS), safely use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and manage a casualty
with anaphylaxis.
This qualification specification provides information for Centres and Learners about the delivery of
the Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult BLS, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF) and includes
the unit information, assessment methods and quality assurance arrangements.
Objective
The objective of the qualification is to benefit Learners by preparing them to provide BLS
interventions, safely use an AED and provide treatment for anaphylaxis.
Intended audience
This qualification is for people who have a specific interest or responsibility at work, or in voluntary
and community activities, who may need to provide BLS interventions, safely use an AED and
manage a casualty suffering from anaphylaxis.

