FREUC courses
Progress your frontline career with FREUC (First Response Emergency & Urgent Care) courses from CMS. Whether you want to become a First Responder, Emergency Care Assistant or Technician, the FREUC pathway is a recognised, regulated route to get there.
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3rd - 7th August
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FREC 3 – Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (3-7 August 2026)
3rd - 7th August
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FREC 3 – Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (3-7 August 2026) Scunthorpe
1st - 5th September
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FREC 3 – Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (1-5 September 2026)
5th - 9th October
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FREC 3 – Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (5-9 October 2026)
2nd - 6th November
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FREC 3 – Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (2-6 November 2026)
7th -11th December
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FREC 3 – Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (7-11 December 2026)
11th - 15th August
Limited Places
FREC 4 – Level 4 First Response Emergency Care (11th – 15th August 2026)
Advanced prehospital training designed to develop confident, competent responders for complex emergency and frontline clinical situations.
7th - 11th September
Limited Places
FREC 4 – Level 4 First Response Emergency Care (7th – 11th September 2026)
Advanced prehospital training designed to develop confident, competent responders for complex emergency and frontline clinical situations.
15th - 19th October
Limited Places
FREC 4 – Level 4 First Response Emergency Care (15th – 19th October 2026)
Advanced prehospital training designed to develop confident, competent responders for complex emergency and frontline clinical situations.
26th - 30th November
Limited Places
FREC 4 – Level 4 First Response Emergency Care (26th-30th November 2026)
Advanced prehospital training designed to develop confident, competent responders for complex emergency and frontline clinical situations.
12th October - 4th Dec
Limited Places
FREUC 5 – Level 5 First Response Emergency & Urgent Care (12th October – 4th December 2026)
8th February - 30th March
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FREUC 5 – Level 5 First Response Emergency & Urgent Care (8th February – 30th March 2027)
Take the next step
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FREUC training
Our FREUC (First Response Emergency Care) courses are designed to prepare learners for real-world roles in pre-hospital emergency care.
Choosing to train with Central Medical Services means gaining more than a qualification. You’ll be joining a learning environment that connects you directly to operational roles, with potential progression into event medical teams, 999 frontline support or further clinical education. We also offer advice on career planning, helping you choose the right pathway based on your goals, experience, and availability.
Hands-on experience backed by recognised qualifications
We offer FREUC Levels 3 to 5, providing a clear progression route for those entering or advancing in pre-hospital emergency care. Most learners start with FREC 3 (Level 3), which is the essential qualification for first responders and event medics. This course covers core emergency skills such as patient assessment, CPR, trauma care and airway management.
Following this, FREC 4 (Level 4) introduces more advanced clinical knowledge, such as how to manage medical emergencies, safeguarding and legal responsibilities. For those aiming to reach technician level, FREC 5 (Level 5) delivers in-depth training in complex case management, autonomous decision-making and the use of advanced clinical equipment.
frequently asked questions
What is FREUC training?
FREUC stands for First Response Emergency & Urgent Care and is a nationally recognised, regulated training pathway for those working in pre-hospital emergency care. FREUC courses are designed to build the clinical knowledge and practical skills you need to assess, treat and manage patients before they reach hospital.
What FREC level is a paramedic?
A qualified paramedic holds a Level 6 qualification, which goes beyond the FREUC framework. FREUC courses (Levels 3-5) serve as stepping stones toward that goal, with FREC 5 often being a prerequisite for applying to paramedic training programmes or joining certain advanced technician roles.
How much does a FREC course cost?
Course prices vary depending on the level. You can browse all of our courses on this page, and get a clear, transparent price for each FREC training course level.
Who should take FREUC training courses?
FREUC courses are ideal for anyone looking to work in emergency response, event medical cover, ambulance support or the wider pre-hospital care sector. This includes first responders, Emergency Care Assistants and those looking to become ambulance technicians or progress into paramedic training.
Where is the training delivered?
All FREUC training is delivered at our CMS Training Academy, located at our headquarters in Nottingham. The site includes fully equipped classrooms, simulation spaces and outdoor areas for realistic scenario-based training.
Why choose CMS for FREUC courses?
At Central Medical Services, you’re trained by real clinicians, not just instructors. Our educators are practicing paramedics, technicians and medical professionals with frontline experience. Our FREUC courses are nationally recognised, fully accredited and backed by an organisation that actively delivers emergency medical services across the UK. Whether you’re just starting out or advancing your career, CMS gives you the tools (and the credibility) to move forward with confidence.