FREC 3 and FREC 4 Courses
We deliver high-quality, clinically focused education designed for those working/intending to work across the pre-hospital and emergency care environment. From entry-level qualifications to advanced clinical and professional development, our courses combine expert teaching with practical, real-world experience.
Fire
Event, TV and Commercial fire cover using fully equipped fire appliances, rapid intervention vehicles and trained firefighters.
Medical
Ambulances, Rapid Response Vehicles and Medical staff for emergency response, patient transport and event services nationwide.
Education / Training
Nationally Accredited Pre-Hospital care Training centre and Industry leading providers of workplace first aid training and fire safety education
Kickstart your career with Echo’s pre-hospital education courses
At Echo Fire and Medical Ltd, we offer industry-leading pre-hospital care training to help you build a career in emergency medical services.
Our bespoke training facility is equipped with advanced life support aids, specialist full-sized simulation mannequins, a fully functioning indoor ambulance simulation pod, outdoor woodland and lakes and of course real, operational equipment and vehicles – not historical or ex-fleet kit. Learn from top-tier pre-hospital care educators with current, hands on frontline experience.
2026 remaining courses
FREC 3 – 5 Days – £395 +vat
7 – 11 September (limited spaces)
5 – 9 October
19 – 23 October
23 – 27 November
14 – 18 December
The FREC 3 course is ideal for those looking to start their journey in pre-hospital care. To book or to register for future dates please email marketing@echofireandmedical.com
FREC 4 – 5 Days – £540 +vat
Already have your FREC 3 qualification? Take your skills to the next level with the FREC 4 course. To book or to register for future dates please email marketing@echofireandmedical.com
31st August – 4th September (Limited spaces)
26 – 30 October 2026
23 – 27 November 2026
View our FREC 4 Syllabus here. As part of the pre-course requirements you will need to submit a copy of your CPD/Experience Log (120 hours) at least a week prior to the start of your course, this can include a combination of clinical deployments and completion of CPD sessions (all hours documented must be for the period after completion of your FREC3).
Reserve your place today!
Don’t delay, our courses are extremely popular and book up fast! Payment in full is required before the start of the course.
To book or to register for future dates please email marketing@echofireandmedical.com
Why train with us?
Experienced educators: Learn from clinicians with hands-on experience in the field.
High-quality training: Gain the essential skills to save lives in emergency and high-risk environments.
Observation shifts: Complete observation shifts with our expert crews, giving you real-world exposure.
Nationally recognised certification: Our courses are accredited and recognised throughout the medical and ambulance sectors.
Why choose Echo?
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our purpose-built training suite and simulation pod provides real-life scenarios, so you’re ready for the incidents you’re likely to attend.
Current, Operational Equipment: We teach using equipment that is in use today, ensuring the highest standard of learning.
Real-World Experience: As a CQC registered provider of emergency ambulance services to the NHS, our teaching comes from live, in-house experience, ensuring you’re trained at the highest level.
Get ready for a career in the ambulance sector
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upskill, we’ve got the training to help you develop the skills you need in the pre-hospital care sector.
You can view all our first aid, fire safety and pre-hospital training courses here
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