First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) Training Plymouth
Qualsafe First Response Emergency Care Course – FREC 3
First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) Training Plymouth
The Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) is a nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated qualification designed for individuals who may be first on scene at a medical emergency and require more than basic first aid.
Our FREC 3 training in Plymouth is delivered to teams operating in security, outdoor, and high-risk environments, providing realistic, scenario-based instruction to develop advanced clinical and trauma management skills.
For those looking at other locations, view our open FREC 3 courses page for dates.
What the course covers
The First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) course includes comprehensive training in:
Scene safety, dynamic risk assessment, and casualty assessment
Airway management and emergency oxygen therapy
CPR, AED use, and current resuscitation protocols
Trauma management, including catastrophic bleeding control
Recognition and management of medical emergencies, with ongoing casualty monitoring
Incident management, communication, and effective handover to emergency services
All training is delivered by instructors with real operational and outdoor experience, ensuring skills are taught as they are actually used in the field, not just in a classroom.
Who this First Response Emergency Care course is for
This FREC 3 course is suitable for learners based in Plymouth who work in roles such as:
Private security and close protection
Event medical and response teams
Outdoor and expedition professionals
Custodial and response staff
Individuals progressing toward advanced pre-hospital care roles
No previous medical qualification is required, although the course is equally suitable for those with existing first aid experience who need a recognised Level 3 qualification.
Training venue and course dates
Courses run regularly throughout the year at our training venue, with scheduled open courses available for Plymouth learners.
Regular course dates throughout the year
Group bookings and closed courses available
Bespoke delivery for organisations in Plymouth
Individuals and organisations based in Plymouth are encouraged to review the full qualification overview before booking.
Our onsite FREC 3 courses in Plymouth are delivered for teams operating in security, remote, and high-risk environments, offering practical, scenario-based training. If your an individual you can view the main Devon FREC 3 course page and check our open course dates.
Booking your FREC 3 course Plymouth
Make an enquiry or book your group training today. For upcoming course dates, group bookings, or bespoke delivery options, please get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, many Plymouth learners work in maritime, dockside and marine‑based environments where advanced first aid skills are essential.
Absolutely, FREC 3 is widely recognised for security and door‑supervision roles across Plymouth.
Yes. We can deliver FREC 3 onsite for organisations in Plymouth, Plymstock, Plympton, Ivybridge and across South Devon, subject to minimum numbers and venue suitability.
We don’t currently run public FREC 3 courses in Plymouth. All scheduled courses take place at our Newton Abbot venue, around 40–45 minutes away.
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