These qualifications are vocationally based and offers the opportunity for learners to demonstrate an achievement of practical skills, understanding and knowledge of a First Aider and what is required to offer suitable care and administer First Aid procedures for minor injuries and illness in the workplace.

It is for any individual who needs to support their role with First Aid skills and knowledge in the workplace as well the voluntary and community sector.

Within any certification period, FAAOF strongly recommends that first aiders undertake annual refresher training. Although not mandatory, this will help qualified first aiders maintain their basic skills and keep up to date with any changes to first aid procedures.