Level 1 Award in First Aid
The Level 1 Award in First Aid is an introductory qualification designed to provide learners with a basic understanding of first aid principles and emergency response techniques. It is ideal for individuals who want to develop essential life-saving skills or gain awareness of how to respond in a first aid situation, either in the workplace or in everyday life.
This course covers key topics such as how to assess an incident, provide basic first aid to someone who is injured or unwell, and ensure personal safety while offering assistance. It serves as a foundation for those who may wish to progress to higher-level first aid qualifications, such as Emergency First Aid at Work or Pediatric First Aid.
The qualification is suitable for all individuals, regardless of age or sector, and promotes greater confidence and readiness to act in emergency situations.
Aim of Level 1 Award in First Aid
The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with a basic understanding of first aid, including how to respond safely and effectively in emergency situations. It is intended to raise awareness of essential first aid procedures and build confidence in offering assistance before professional medical help arrives.
This qualification aims to:
- Introduce the fundamental principles of first aid
Help learners recognize common medical emergencies and injuries
Course Overview
Level 1 Award in First Aid
Minimum Age:
- Learners must be 14 years of age or older (may vary slightly depending on the awarding body or training provider).
No Prior Qualifications Required:
- This course is suitable for complete beginners and does not require any previous first aid training.
| Course Code | Curriculum Title | Credit | DLH |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUK1876-1 | Introduction to First Aid | 4 | 20 |
| BUK1876-2 | Assessing an Incident | 4 | 20 |
| BUK1876-3 | Managing an Unresponsive Casualty | 4 | 20 |
| BUK1876-4 | Dealing with Minor Injuries | 4 | 20 |
| BUK1876-5 | Common Medical Emergencies (Awareness-Level) | 4 | 20 |
| BUK1876-6 | First Aid Equipment and Hygiene | 4 | 20 |
Learning Objectives
- Introduction to First Aid
- What is first aid?
- Aims of first aid (Preserve life, Prevent worsening, Promote recovery)
- Legal and personal responsibilities of a first aider
- Assessing an Incident
- Scene safety and primary assessment
- The DRABC approach (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation)
- Calling for emergency services
- Managing an Unresponsive Casualty
- Checking responsiveness and breathing
- Recovery position for breathing casualties
- Basic understanding of CPR (theory only at Level 1)
- Dealing with Minor Injuries
- Cuts and grazes
- Bruises and nosebleeds
- Small burns and scalds
- Common Medical Emergencies (Awareness-Level)
- Choking (adult and child – recognition and action steps)
- Shock – signs, symptoms, and first aid response
- Seizures – how to assist safely
- First Aid Equipment and Hygiene
- Use of a first aid kit
- Importance of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Infection control basics (e.g., hand hygiene, glove use)
- Students (aged 14+)
- Volunteers and youth group members
- New employees or those with limited first aid knowledge
- Parents, guardians, or caregivers
- Community members looking to improve emergency awareness
- All Modules within this qualification are assessed internally by the approved training Centre and externally verified by BURRAQ UK. The program uses a criterion-referenced assessment approach to ensure that learners successfully meet all required learning outcomes.
- A Pass in any unit is granted only when the learner submits valid, reliable, and authentic evidence that demonstrates achievement of the assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for reviewing this evidence and confirming that the learner has attained the expected standard.