Glasgow Medical Group
Course overview
The Qualsafe Level 4 Award in Out of Hospital Adult Immediate Life Support (RQF) is an advanced training program designed for healthcare professionals who are responsible for providing immediate life support in emergency situations outside of hospital settings.
This course equips participants with the critical skills and knowledge required to respond effectively to life-threatening emergencies, ensuring the highest standard of care for patients.
Course Objectives:
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the principles and practices of immediate life support.
- Enhance practical skills in assessing and managing adult patients in critical conditions.
- Master advanced techniques for airway management, cardiac resuscitation, and emergency interventions.
- Strengthen decision-making abilities in high-pressure scenarios.
- Learn to utilise medical equipment effectively in out-of-hospital settings.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
- Paramedics
- Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
- Nurses and healthcare practitioners involved in emergency care
- First responders (FREC) and individuals responsible for providing life support in community settings
Assessment Methods
- 1 x Theory assessment (Learner Workbook)
- 2 x Practical Assessments
- 1 x Skills Test
Course information
Course Length
Certificate Validity
Certificate Validity
- 7 Guided Learning Hours
- Delivered over 1 Day
- 10 Total qualification time
Certificate Validity
Certificate Validity
Certificate Validity
- Valid for 1 year
- Requalification requires successful completion of the original qualification
Entry Requirements
Certificate Validity
Entry Requirements
Learners must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the training.
This qualification is designed for people who have been trained in clinical skills (at/or above level E on the PHEM framework) and factual and theoretical knowledge in broad contexts within a field of work. They have a scope of practice and are guided by standard ope
Learners must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the training.
This qualification is designed for people who have been trained in clinical skills (at/or above level E on the PHEM framework) and factual and theoretical knowledge in broad contexts within a field of work. They have a scope of practice and are guided by standard operating procedures, protocols, or systems of work but can make decisions relating to patient care. Learners must have successfully completed a Qualsafe Level 4 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF) or higher qualification or clinical grade, e.g. registered Nurse, Paramedic or Allied Healthcare Professional working in the out of hospital care/prehospital environment.