Level 3 Award in Breathing Apparatus Instruction and Revalidation

About the qualification

Qualification Number: 600/7254/4, 603/7768/9

Level 3 Award in Breathing Apparatus Instruction

Operational Start Date: 1st December 2012
Total Qualification Time: 80 hours
Guided Learning: 60 hours

UCAS Points: 8

What are the objectives for the Level 3 Award in Breathing Apparatus Instruction Qualification?

The objective of this qualification is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills of those who are instructing learners on the use of breathing apparatus.


Level 3 Award in Revalidation as a Breathing Apparatus Instructor

Operational Start Date: 1st August 2021
Total Qualification Time: 16 hours
Guided Learning: 8 hours

What are the objectives for the Level 3 Award in Revalidation as a Breathing Apparatus Instructor Qualification?

The objective of this qualification is to revalidate, and provide evidence of, breathing apparatus instructors’ competence.

What are the pre-entry requirements for the Level 3 Award in Revalidation as a Breathing Apparatus Instructor Qualification?

Learners wishing to undertake this qualification must have previously achieved the SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Breathing Apparatus Instruction (600/7254/4).

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