First Aid Training
First Aid Training Courses across West Yorkshire
As part of our mission to support safer workplaces, Safety Aware Training now offer accredited first aid training in association with NUCO training.
From basic life support to emergency first aid at work to annual refreshers for first aiders, we offer a complete range of first aid training modules. So, if you’re looking for practical, hands-on first aid training courses delivered by friendly and experienced instructors, you’re in the right place.
We can deliver our FAA certified first aid courses wherever suits you best – at your office or at our training venues in West Yorkshire.
Take a look at our courses below and book on today.
Available Courses
Activity First Aid - FFA level 3 award
Activity First Aid Units 1 & 2
LEVEL 3/6 : 2-DAY TRAINING COURSE
Specifically designed for those who are involved in any form of activity, including sports, leisure and recreation. Not only is Basic Life Support included, but many other First Aid conditions are also included, making this qualification very comprehensive. This Level 3 qualification is made up of two units including First Aid Essentials. It is specifically designed for those who are involved in any form of activity, including sports, leisure and recreation.
Duration
A minimum of 12 contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities, plus an assignment and some pre-course activity could be required.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:
- Responsibilities and reporting • Resuscitation • Angina
- Assessment of the situation • Heart attacks • Choking
- Dealing with an unresponsive casualty • Minor injuries • Seizures
- Basic hygiene in First Aid • Bleeding control • Shock
- Fractures • Head injuries • Asthma
- Drowning injuries • Diabetes • Burns
- Electrical injuries • Spinal injuries
- Heat and cold
Certification
Practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor, and a three year qualification will be issued to the learner, subject to assessment. For those wishing to complete the full Level 3 qualification, this course must be completed within 6 weeks.
Numbers
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 14 years of age and a certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment.
A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role.
The certificate will expire as dated on the certificate, irrespective of age.
Annual refresher for First Aiders
Annual Refresher Course for First Aiders and Emergency First Aiders
Although it is not mandatory, the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) strongly recommend that qualified First Aiders and Emergency First Aiders undertake an annual refresher course in order to keep their skills up-to-date and refreshed.
This three hour annual refresher course has been designed to meet that requirement and will help First Aiders to maintain their skills and knowledge whilst also keeping up-to-date with any changes to protocols.
Duration
A minimum of 3 hours, consisting of theoretical and practical activities.
Syllabus
A range of subjects is covered including:
- Responsibilities
- Communication skills
- Primary survey
- Top-to-toe survey
- Secondary assessment
- Action for vomit
- Resuscitation
- Chain of Survival
- Wounds and bleeding
- Bandaging
- Hygiene
Certification
Although there is no formal assessment, the trainer will assess each individual throughout the course and issue a non-regulated certificate of achievement where the required level of attainment has been met.
Numbers
It is recommended that no more than 16 students attend this course.
Age limit
Students from the age of 14 can attend this course.
Appointed person training
Where an employer’s assessment of First Aid needs identifies that a First Aider or Emergency First Aider is not necessary, the minimum requirement on an employer is to appoint a person to take charge of the First Aid arrangements, including looking after equipment and facilities, and calling the emergency services when required.
Duration
2 hours of theoretical training with no practical training.
Syllabus
A range of subjects is covered including:
- Legislation
- Equipment and facilities
- Responsibilities
- Accident Reporting
- Risk Assessment of First Aid needs
Certification
A certificate of attendance is issued to all those who attend.
Numbers
It is recommended that no more than 16 students attend this course.
Age limit
Students must be a minimum of 16 years to qualify.
Basic life support - FFA Level 2
Basic Life Support
This regulated Level 2 Basic Life Support qualification will give learners the skills, knowledge and practical competence to administer first aid until professional medical help arrives. It is particularly suitable for healthcare professionals for the purpose of Continual Professional Development (CPD).
The Basic Life Support qualification will give learners the skills and knowledge to act in an emergency situation providing the casualty with critical lifesaving assistance until support arrives.
The qualification is delivered following the protocols set by the Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines.
Duration
A minimum of 3 contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities. The course can be delivered in one day or spread over a maximum of 3 weeks ensuring that each session is a minimum of 1 hour.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Primary Survey
- Recovery position
- Choking
Assessment and Marking
The course Instructor is responsible for determining whether delegates pass or fail based on practical assessment throughout the course, i.e. by observation and oral questioning. The Instructor will only award a pass if they believe that delegates have displayed the requisite understanding and competencies at the end of each session throughout the course.
Certification
This qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of achievement. The learner will need to complete the full course again to requalify for a further 3 years. It is recommended that the learner attends annual refresher training.
Numbers
A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 14 years of age to qualify.
Catastrophic bleeding control
Catastrophic Bleeding
3-HOUR COURSE
This is an excellent course designed for First Aiders who are involved in high-risk working environments. This 3-hour course will provide learners with guidance on catastrophic bleeding control, including dealing with the inherent dangers associated with the use of tourniquets and haemostatic dressings whilst administering first aid in a high-risk working environment. Learners must hold a valid First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work certificate in order to attend the course.
Duration
A 3-hour course consisting of theory and practical work.
Syllabus
A range of subjects is covered including:
- Equipment
- Primary survey
- Catastrophic bleeding
- Haemostatic dressings
- Tourniquets
- Top-to-toe survey
- Environmental issues
- Handover to the emergency services
Certification
Although there is no formal assessment, the trainer will assess each individual throughout the course and issue a non-regulated certificate of achievement where the required level of attainment has been met.
Numbers
A maximum of 16 students can be accommodated on this course.
Age limit
Learners must be a minimum of 16 years of age to attend the course.
Emergency First Aid at Work - FAA level 3 award
Emergency First Aid at Work
Where a workplace first aid risk assessment identifies a need for an Emergency First Aider in the Workplace, this one-day qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982.
All learners will have the skills and knowledge to provide the organisation with Emergency First Aider’s that can provide treatment to their casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner.
Duration
A minimum of six contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities, plus some pre-course activity could be required. Ideally, the course should be run over one day, but can be spread over a longer time period if you so desire, providing it is completed within 4 weeks of starting the course and the training sessions last for a minimum of two hours.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:
- Responsibilities and reporting
- Assessment of the situation
- Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
- Basic hygiene in First Aid
Certification
- Resuscitation and AED awareness
- Anatomy
- Minor injuries
- Bleeding control
- Burns
- Choking
- Epilepsy
- Shock
Practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor, and a three year qualification will be issued to those who satisfy the criteria. In addition, the HSE strongly recommend that all students undergo an annual refresher programme of three hours.
Numbers
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 14 years of age and a certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment.
A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role.
The certificate will expire as dated on the certificate, irrespective of age.
First Aid at Work - FFA level 3 award
First Aid at Work LEVEL 3/6
3-DAY TRAINING COURSE
Where a workplace first aid risk assessment identifies a need for a First Aider in the Workplace, this three-day qualification will give the participants a qualification to the highest level of First Aid, meeting the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982
It is a requirement of the Health & Safety law that employers provide a safe and healthy environment to work in. If your assessment of first aid needs highlights the need for qualified first aiders, then this level 3 qualification (level 6 in Scotland) will provide you with suitable, highly trained personnel.
This comprehensive three-day course covers a wide range of first aid emergencies, enabling all participants to deal with emergency situations with confidence in a prompt, safe and effective way. In addition, this course will include any protocol changes that may have arisen since their last training course.
Duration
A minimum of 18 hours spread over at least three days. Ideally, the course should be run over three consecutive days, but we have the flexibility to accommodate your specific needs if you so desire providing it is completed within 10 weeks of starting the course and the training sessions last for a minimum of two hours.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:
- Legalities, responsibilities and reporting • Control of bleeding • Poisoning • Asthma
- Dealing with an unresponsive casualty • Shock (including Anaphylaxis) • Bandaging • Diabetes
- Fractures and spinal injuries • Heart attacks • Choking • Stroke
- Resuscitation and AED awareness • Head injuries • Eye injuries • Burns
- Assessment of the situation • Sprains and strains • Chest injuries • Epilepsy
Certification
Summative practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor each day, along with a written assessment for unit 2.
A three year Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (Level 6 in Scotland) will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment.
No external assessors are required.
Numbers
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 14 years of age and a certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment. A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role. The certificate will expire as dated on the certificate, irrespective of age.
First Aid at Work re-qualification- FFA level 3
First Aid at Work
LEVEL 3/6 : 2-DAY TRAINING COURSE
Re-qualification
This 2-day First Aid at Work course is designed for those who currently hold a First Aid at Work qualification and are due to expire and meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982. The important thing to remember is that as soon as the certificate expires, the First Aider is no longer considered competent to act as a First Aider in the workplace which may well leave the employer with a shortfall of First Aiders. Therefore, it would be prudent to arrange their requalification before they expire.
Duration
A minimum of 12 hours spread over at least two days. Ideally, the course should be run over two consecutive days, but can be spread over a longer time period if you so desire, providing it is completed within 7 weeks of starting the course and the training sessions last for a minimum of two hours.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:
- Legalities, responsibilities and reporting • Control of bleeding • Poisoning • Asthma
- Dealing with an unresponsive casualty • Shock (including Anaphylaxis) • Bandaging • Diabetes
- Fractures and spinal injuries • Heart attacks • Choking • Stroke
- Resuscitation and AED awareness • Head injuries • Eye injuries • Burns
- Assessment of the situation • Sprains and strains • Chest injuries • Epilepsy
Certification
Successful qualification on this course is based on practical assessments conducted throughout the course and written test papers for unit 2.
A three year Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (Level 6 in Scotland) will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment. No external assessors are required.
Numbers
A maximum of 12 students are allowed and must be a minimum of 14 years of age and a certificate can be offered to all, subject to assessment.
A student cannot assume a responsibility in the workplace until they reach the age of 16, and then it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the student is suitable for that role.
The certificate will expire as dated on the certificate, irrespective of age.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are our first aid courses for?
Individuals or companies looking to gain qualifications in first aid at work or who need to complete an annual refresher course to meet the health and safety requirements in their workplace. Our courses are suitable for employees working across all sectors including high risk occupations.
Course length
Safety Aware Training deliver first aid training courses across West Yorkshire that run from 2 hours to 3 days.
Course costs:
First aid training courses with Safety Aware Training start from £30. You can find the prices for all our courses here.
Course location:
Complete your first aid training with Safety Aware Training at one of our training venues across West Yorkshire or let us come to you. We can deliver first aid training to an individual or a group of employees onsite at your office. Our annual refresher course for first aiders is also available as an online course.
Book on:
Booking is easy, just go to our bookable courses page and choose the first aid course you want to join.
Looking for a different date?
Get in touch by email kerry@safetyaware.co.uk or call 01274 296875 (Mobile: 07921680030) or you can complete our online form here.
Company looking to book a first aid training course for your employees?
We can tailor our first aid training courses to suit your needs, please get in touch to discuss by email: kerry@safetyaware.co.uk or phone: 01274 296875 (Mobile: 07921680030).