FREC 3 Course in Newton Abbot, South Devon Training
First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (RQF)
First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) Training - Newton Abbot
The FREC 3 Course in Newton Abbot, Devon is a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification designed for professionals operating in high-risk, public-facing, remote, and operational environments. This intensive five-day course provides learners with the knowledge, clinical skills, and confidence required to deliver effective pre-hospital care in real-world emergency situations.
Next Course – Kingdom Business Centre, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 4PB
Dates: 16 – 20 March 2026
£485.00
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First Response Training.
Unlike basic first aid courses, First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) focuses on structured patient assessment, trauma management, airway management, and medical emergency response within a professional first responder framework. It is widely recognised across the security, event medical, outdoor, and emergency response sectors and provides a clear progression pathway towards higher-level clinical qualifications.
Delivered by experienced instructors with real-world operational backgrounds, this course is designed to be practical, scenario-led, and directly relevant to the environments learners may actually face.
Why Choose Optimal First Aid for FREC 3 TrainingÂ
At Optimal First Aid, FREC 3 training is delivered with a strong emphasis on operational realism, clinical competence, and professional standards. Our instructors bring frontline experience from high-risk, remote, and operational environments, ensuring training goes beyond theory and prepares learners for genuine incidents.
We maintain small group sizes to ensure personalised instruction, detailed feedback, and stronger practical skill development. This creates a supportive but professionally focused learning environment where learners can build confidence in patient assessment, trauma care, and decision-making under pressure.
Our FREC 3 course is:
Nationally recognised and Ofqual regulated
Delivered through scenario-based, hands-on training
Structured to reflect real operational incidents
Supported with clear clinical guidance and coaching
Designed for high-risk and professional sectors
We also provide clear progression routes for learners wishing to advance to FREC 4, FPOSi, and further pre-hospital care qualifications, supporting long-term development within medical and response roles.
Who is this course for?
This course is particularly suitable for:
Security teams and SIA licence holders
Event medics and medical cover providers
Remote, outdoor, and lone workers
Construction and industrial personnel
Emergency services and response personnel
Maritime and offshore workers
Close protection and response teams
Devon training location:
All FREC 3 training is delivered at Kingdom Business Centre, Brunel Road, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 4PB, a professional and accessible training venue in the heart of the South West.
The location offers easy access from Plymouth, Exeter, Torquay, and the wider South West via the A380, with nearby mainline rail connections and convenient on-site parking available. This makes the course highly accessible for both individual learners and organisations travelling from across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, and Somerset.
Course Content
This five-day FREC 3 course covers a comprehensive range of pre-hospital care topics aligned with national first responder standards and operational best practice.
Key course modules include:
Roles and responsibilities of a first responder
Anatomy and physiology
Patient assessment (primary and secondary survey)
Airway management including OPA and NPA adjuncts
Oxygen therapy and respiratory emergencies
Management of catastrophic haemorrhage
Trauma care including fractures, burns, and chest injuries
Medical emergencies including cardiac, diabetic, seizures, and anaphylaxis
Major incident awareness and response
Infection prevention and control
Patient handling and safe movement
Clinical recording and structured casualty handover (ATMIST/MIST)
Training is delivered through a combination of classroom learning, practical skill stations, and realistic scenario exercises designed to build competence, confidence, and clinical decision-making under pressure.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the FREC 3 course, learners will be able to:
Conduct structured primary and secondary patient assessments
Manage life-threatening bleeding and trauma effectively
Maintain and manage a patient’s airway using adjuncts
Administer emergency oxygen safely
Recognise and respond to a wide range of medical emergencies
Provide safe and effective pre-hospital care in operational environments
Deliver clear and structured handovers to ambulance and healthcare professionals
Operate confidently within the scope of a Level 3 First Responder
This qualification enhances both employability and operational capability within high-risk, public safety, and emergency response roles.
Assessment & Certification
To achieve the Level 3 First Response Emergency Care qualification, learners must successfully complete a combination of theoretical and practical assessments. This includes a multiple-choice theory assessment, practical skills evaluations throughout the course, and an invigilated final examination in line with awarding body requirements.
Certification is awarded by Qualsafe Awards and is valid for three years. Requalification is required before expiry to maintain competency and professional compliance.
Find out about our training to suit your organisation
Our trainers bring real‑world experience and high‑level teaching skills, ensuring your training course is practical, engaging, and easy to learn from.
As one of the most trusted providers of First Aid and Pre‑Hospital Care training, we run frequent first aid courses across Devon, giving you plenty of opportunities to book a date that suits you
FREC 3 in Devon FAQs
Yes. FREC 3 is a nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated Level 3 qualification that is widely accepted across the security, event medical, and emergency response sectors.
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No prior medical experience is required. The course is designed to build clinical knowledge and practical skills from a structured first responder level, making it suitable for both new and experienced learners.
Yes, we provide group FREC 3 training for organisations across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Somerset, and the wider South West. Courses can be delivered at our Newton Abbot venue or on-site at your location to suit operational requirements.
The FREC 3 qualification is valid for three years. Learners must complete requalification training before the expiry date to remain current and compliant.
Absolutely. FREC 3 is highly relevant for security operatives, close protection teams, event medics, and professionals working in high-risk or remote environments where advanced first aid and trauma management skills are essential.
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