Outdoor First Aid FAQs RLSS UK offers two Outdoor First Aid qualifications; Emergency Outdoor First Aid (EOFA) and Outdoor First Aid (OFA). Both courses have been developed for those who work or play in the outdoor environment. The Emergency Outdoor First Aid qualification is suitable for those with easy access to support and first aid supplies, if required, whilst the Outdoor First Aid qualification is more suitable for delivering independent and/or self-reliant outdoor activities that are further from support or are operating in more hazardous outdoor environments. You don't need any prior knowledge of first aid to complete either course, and everyone who works and plays outside should take an Outdoor First Aid course to create a safer working environment for all. To support you with any questions you have about the RLSS UK Outdoor First Aid courses, you'll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about the course below. An overview of Emergency Outdoor First Aid An overview of Outdoor First Aid Find an Outdoor First Aid at Work course near you! Jump to a specific question: What is Outdoor First Aid? Who is Outdoor First Aid for? Does the RLSS UK 16-hour Outdoor First Aid Qualification meet NGB requirements? What kind of environments can you use the RLSS UK Emergency and Outdoor First Aid Qualification? Do I need any qualifications to train become an outdoor first aider? How long does it take to complete the Emergency Outdoor First Aid Qualification? How long does it take to complete the Outdoor First Aid Qualification? How long is an Outdoor First Aid qualification valid for? What is Outdoor First Aid? The RLSS UK Outdoor First Aid courses teach first aid and CPR skills that are taught in workplace first aid courses, but have been adapted to reflect the different challenges and hazards that exist in the outdoor environment. Who is Outdoor First Aid for? Outdoor First Aid is for anyone working or participating in activities in an outdoor environment. The course content is focused on providing essential life support and treating illnesses whilst managing casualties in exposed conditions within the outdoors. Examples of industries: Teachers on field trips Aqua Parks Forest Schools Outdoor Instructors Outdoor Education Does the RLSS UK 16-hour Outdoor First Aid Qualification meet National Governing Body requirements? Yes, the 16-hour Outdoor First Aid Qualification meets the first aid requirements set out by most National Governing Body’s in the UK. Where can I complete an Outdoor First Aid qualification? Outdoor First Aid (OFA) training courses are available at venues across the UK and Ireland, delivered by RLSS UK Outdoor First Aid Trainer Assessors. Find an Outdoor First Aid course near you Learn more about the Emergency Outdoor First Aid qualification Learn more about the Outdoor First Aid qualification What kind of environments can you use the RLSS UK Emergency and Outdoor First Aid Qualification? The RLSS UK Emergency Outdoor First Aid qualification covers a range of CPR and emergency outdoor first aid skills. This qualification provides employers and staff with the skills to provide basic initial first aid care and reduce the risks and dangers in outdoor environments. The RLSS UK Outdoor First Aid qualification is the most comprehensive first aid training for those in the outdoors. It covers various CPR and first aid skills and equips outdoor first aiders with the knowledge to apply first aid to specific injuries and illnesses. It is for those operating in situations where a number of hazards may be present within an outdoor environment. Do I need any qualifications to train to become an outdoor first aider? To complete an Outdoor First Aid qualification every candidate must be: 16-years-old or over at the time of assessment How long does it take to complete the Emergency Outdoor First Aid Qualification? The Emergency Outdoor First Aid (EOFA) course content can be covered within 8 hours and can be delivered in one-day or split into smaller sessions over a 4-week period from the start of the course. The EOFA course comprises of practical work and theoretical classroom work, including practical and multiple-choice theory assessment on CPR and first aid skills. How long does it take to complete the Outdoor First Aid Qualification? The Outdoor First Aid (OFA) course content can be covered within 16 hours and can be delivered in two days or split into smaller sessions over a 8 week period from the start of the course. The OFA course comprises of practical work and theoretical work, including practical and multiple-choice theory assessment on CPR and first aid skills. How long is an Outdoor First Aid qualification valid for? The RLSS UK Emergency Outdoor First Aid (EOFA) and Outdoor First Aid qualifications are valid for three years. To renew an Emergency outdoor first aid certificate, candidates must re-qualify by being assessed against all learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the qualification. A renewal is achieved by redoing the initial 8-hours of course content. Find an OFA course near you Learn more about the EOFA qualification Learn more about the OFA qualification Manage Cookie Preferences