First Aid Courses

First Aid You’re about to take your first step towards becoming a First Aider First Aiders are among the most important people in society. Everyone has seen a news story, or a documentary, that features someone being involved in an accident, and having their life saved by a qualified First Aider. Whether it’s in the workplace, at home, or even on holiday, First Aiders offer a vital service to the general public wherever they may be. Becoming a First Aider is also beneficial when seeking employment. Companies need to prove that they have an appropriate amount of First Aid knowledge within their workforce. Having ‘Certified First Aider’ on your CV can pay dividends in the job marketplace. Perhaps the most important part of being a First Aider comes with being a parent. Children are accident prone and can get themselves into all kinds of dangerous situation. Becoming a First Aider can save your child from minor or even life-threatening injuries. It’s a small price to pay for having peace of mind. How to become a First Aider You don’t need to possess any medical knowledge whatsoever before becoming a First Aider. You just need a basic understand of how the human body works – which you already have, given you’re human too! – and a willingness to help those who are in need of assistance. If you’re interested in becoming a First Aider, it’s also worth asking your employer if they are willing to sponsor your qualification. First Aid qualifications Our First Aid courses are spread over two main areas – Paediatric First Aid and First Aid in the Workplace, and within them a distinction is usually made between emergency first aid and standard first aid. Learners often choose to study both, to give themselves the broadest possible expertise, so that they can react to a wider variety of medical emergencies: • Emergency Paediatric First Aid RQF Level 3 • Paediatric First Aid RQF Level 3 • Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3 Methods of study All of our courses are delivered by HABC (Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance) accredited tutors that tailor the delivery of the material to each learner’s need. As is the nature of First Aid training, all of our HABC courses are delivered in person. Take a look at what we offer. If you don’t find what you need, get in touch so we can point you in the right direction. Read Less