Blended learning for FREC 3 has been going ahead over the last couple of weeks. It has received positive feedback. Participants have stated they appreciate the pre-course preparation on our learning portal and the short, tutor-led sessions. They also appreciate having the opportunity to receive the module material on the learning portal. So, in effect, there are three opportunities to cover the information. We make our own videos, so they are relevant and to the point. We also use other media, such as YouTube, where appropriate.
You can spread the modules out over a number of weeks. I have put an overview of the additional and new dates below. Each module is £59.40. You pay for them all at once. Alternatively, if needed, you can pay as you go to spread the cost. The cost of the two days on-site for the practicals and assessments is already paid for within the 10 x 2hr theory modules.
We have to do theory as part of FREC 3. Under the current situation, staying at home and meeting others via your PC and learning is a great option.
You can see the table below to check against your diary. Bookings and more explanations are here
FREC 3 Guaranteed Dates
Flexible FREC 3 Training Available Now
Lockdown 2 has arrived, but we are still delivering courses and continuing to support learners. If you have time available, this is the perfect opportunity to begin your First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) qualification using our flexible modular format.
Study in a Way That Fits Your Routine
We now run FREC 3 through blended learning. Qualsafe, the awarding body, approves this approach and allows us to deliver theory modules virtually. You will join live, tutor-led sessions from your own device at home. Once you complete all the theory modules, you will attend two practical days on-site at our Peak District training centre. These in-person sessions will be scheduled when it is safe to attend.
You have up to 20 weeks to complete the full qualification, giving you the flexibility to plan your learning around work and other commitments.
Choose Your Own Schedule
The course is divided into ten live modules, each lasting two hours. These bite-sized sessions cover the full FREC 3 theory in a manageable way.
You can:
Book and pay for all ten modules in advance
Or pay as you go, choosing modules based on your availability
Once you have completed and paid for all ten modules, we will include your two practical on-site training days at no extra cost.
Learn with Support at Every Stage
When you book, we provide access to our online learning portal, which helps you prepare before each session. After every module, you can log back in to review the content and reinforce your understanding.
To support different learning styles, we also include:
Flashcards
Interactive games
Short videos
Whether you prefer written content, visual explanations, or hands-on activities, you will find a learning method that works for you. While we were initially cautious about blended learning, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Learners enjoy the flexible format and the focused pace of shorter sessions.
Available Seven Days a Week
We offer FREC 3 modules every day from 08:00 to 21:00. If you work shifts or live overseas, we are happy to arrange alternative times that suit your schedule. Just ask.
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The table below is an overview of all Modules available. You can book these here
First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3)
On-site dates are December 12-13, January 9-10, 11-12, 18-19 and 23-24. More dates will be added.
Open for training
New opportunities for learning. Due to local and possible national impending restrictions, we are offering blended learning on our courses for those who cannot or do not want to travel. This is being activated over the next 7 days to coincide with our new website.
The first qualification with this option is First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3). We are approved by Qualsafe to hold theory modules via your PC, combined with two days practical training at our three classrooms in the Peak District.
This interactive and tutor lead experience means you can interact via PC from the comfort of your own home, paying for FREC 3 modules as you go and at a time to suit as we have day, weekend and evening slots available. You can see details of how this works for the FREC 3 here
Further details will be released over the next few days for other first aid and prehospital care qualifications.
Immersive learning for all First Aid Training
The first week back to full-time first aid training and introducing our immersive classroom. After 23 years of providing first aid training for urban and remote environments it has been amazing to see the results of immersive learning on our participants. The reduced group size due to COVID-19 has meant more time for practical work in and out of the classroom. Rotating through five individual scenarios for Primary Survey, CPR with management of Hypo and Hyperthermia has been incredible as it is possible to put every lesson into context if needed along with group discussions. This is active learnings at it’s best.
About five years ago, I thought an MSc in Risk, Crisis and Disaster Management at the University of Leicester seemed like a good idea. It did not cross my mind it would be a mammoth undertaking by distance learning whilst managing a very busy company. I survived: just. I concocted a dissertation that stated, ” Does competency in wilderness first aid training increase by using simulations involving injects and reflective feedback after active and experiential learning?”
The title seemed a good idea at the time until I found that there was only one, yes, only one other piece of literature available after a very extensive search. Staff at The National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) in the USA had written a paper. I figured they were the first and managed it so I could be the second. It worked, I passed and it wasn’t too shabby as I screamed into the finish line on time.
The immersive classroom though, is the final piece in the jigsaw. After one week of training I am amazed at the results I am having on our first aid courses. I also know that the first week has only scratched the surface of what can be achieved.
The first people to use the immersive classroom were the Wilderness First Aid 16hr courses. The next course will be First Response Emergency Care (FREC3) Having to adapt all first aid training due to COVID-19 was challenging but easily overcome by a combination of immersive classroom and the ability to step straight outside into wilderness terrain when needed.
I have spent a lot on PPE and specialized, sanitation products as safety is first over profit. I am extending this ethos to provide boxes of face masks at cost to participants for themselves and families. This week will also see the introduction of fill your own empty hand sanitizer bottles from our stock at High Peak First Aid, again at cost.
Last but not least, a big thank you to all the people who kept bookings at High Peak First Aid. As a Ltd Company Director I took the decision to not furlough as I could not have worked on the company and kept my customer service available.
I have personally trained over 23,000 people. I think I have it in me for another 23,000!
Return to First Aid Training in June
The first aid training will be compliance with the Government, Awarding Bodies and HSE guidelines. Due to social distancing, we are only taking five people per course in June and July. As a result of this the fee has increased but will include:
All PPE. We are using see-through face shields so you do not have to struggle the day through a paper mask which often increases face touching to adjust the fit. In addition, you keep the face shield.
Five people per course as this will ensure you receive more practical sessions and individual attention.
You will receive one mannequin per person with face shield as this decreases the chances of infection significantly.
The two classrooms will be “fogged” or sanitised at the end of each day. We are using this method because it ensures we can cover all the areas your are likely to come in contact with throughout the day.
We also havd a supply of PPE for purchase on courses. These will only be sold in boxes and not split as this will reduce the risk of cross-contamination.
Temperatures will be taken on site at the start of each day.
We are implementing a track and trace system.
We have our own tea making facilities that are not shared with anyone else in our classroom.
We have our own toilet within our building that is not shared with anyone else.
All classroom floors are hard laminate with a wood effect. These are easy to sanitise during the day, at the end of the day and between courses unlike carpet.
We have no shortage of cleaning products as the Director is a “germophobe”!
Our usual standards of cleaning have been “Pandemic Ready” since 2007 when we took over out current building so adding some slight changes does not really cause a problem.
