The Qualsafe Level 4 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised Prehospital care qualification specifically designed for those looking to progress their career within the NHS or private ambulance services as an emergency care assistant, intermediate ambulance practitioner, event medical provider, associate practitioner or healthcare assistant.

It is also ideal for those who are looking to work within specialist roles in the military, police and fire services.

As the next step for those who have completed the QA Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF), this qualification provides learners with a wider scope of practice in prehospital care emergencies, allowing for greater employment opportunities.  

Fulfilling the competencies set out in the PHEM skills framework at descriptor level E, this fantastic qualification provides learners with the knowledge and skills needed to be able to respond to a wide range of prehospital care emergencies, such as major incidents, fracture immobilisation, sick and injured children, mental health crisis and more. 

Entry Requirements 

• Must be 18yrs or older on the first day of training.
• Completed The QA Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF).

or

Meet one of the following prior learning categories:

-Level 4 Certificate for First Person on Scene

-Level 4 Extended Certificate for First Person on Scene

-Level 3 Diploma in ambulance Emergency & Urgent Care Support

-Be a NHS ECA or ECSW with 12m experience.

- Army CMT -1

-Royal Air Force Medic

-Royal Navy / Maine Medical Assistant.