At LASER we transform people’s lives by the recognition of their learning and achievement. We are an awarding body regulated by Ofqual and licensed by QAA.

Who is this qualification for?

This suite of LASER ‘First Aid’ qualifications includes a range of regulated qualifications, developed by industry experts.

Employers must ensure that someone is always available to give or arrange first aid in the workplace. By law, first aid provision in the workplace must be appropriate for the needs of the individual situation. Schools, nurseries and other childcare settings are required by law to have a paediatric first aid qualified member of staff available.

What qualifications are available?

Our regulated First Aid qualifications include:

• LASER Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work

• LASER Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work

• LASER Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid

• LASER Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid

How long are qualifications valid for?

The qualifications are valid for 3 years from achievement.

An annual refresher is recommended to keep skills up-to-date.

How do I deliver this qualification as a centre?

To offer these qualifications, you must be a Recognised LASER Centre. For further information about gaining recognition or working in partnership with a Recognised Centre please visit our website.

LASER is a member of The First Aid Awarding Organisation Forum (FAAOF). This a group formed to support regulatory requirements for Awarding Organisations/Bodies. Click here to read about the benefits of regulated First Aid Qualifications

New Developments

If you would like to get involved and help us to shape the future of this suite, we are excited to be setting up focus groups for the development of Basic Life Support qualifications. Please contact Helen Sully.

If you have any questions about First Aid, or any of our other qualifications, please do not hesitate to contact us.