First Aid at Work
Training Course
Learn First Aid
Save Lives
Learn essential skills to respond confidently and effectively to a range of workplace emergencies, ensuring a safer working environment for all
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£179
Duration
2 Days
Course Overview
Our First Aid at Work course provides you with essential knowledge and skills for immediate first aid response. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a First Aid at Work certificate valid for three years. The training is perfect for low-risk environments and especially beneficial for organizations that have identified a need for a qualified first aider.
As a trained emergency first aider, you will play an essential role in maintaining safety and wellbeing at work. By being able to respond effectively to accidents and first aid emergencies, you’ll create a safer environment, contributing to the overall health and security of everyone on site.
What Does the First Aid Course Cover?
This comprehensive First Aid at Work training course provides you with the essential skills and knowledge to confidently respond to workplace emergencies. You will learn:
- Life-saving techniques: Assess emergency situations, perform CPR, and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
- Urgent care: Manage unresponsive casualties, control external bleeding, and assist choking individuals.
- Common injuries: Treat burns, scalds, minor injuries, and assess issues involving bones, muscles, joints, head, spine, and chest.
- Critical incident response: Treat eye injuries, handle poisoning, recognize anaphylaxis, and respond to major illnesses.
- Assessment and record-keeping: Conduct thorough secondary surveys and maintain accurate records of incidents and treatments.
Duration & Entry Requirements
Our First Aid at Work course offers a flexible format ideal for busy professionals. Through blended learning, you’ll complete 5-6 hours of online modules covering key theory, followed by two days of in-person training for hands-on skills practice (9:00 am to 5:00 pm). This convenient structure allows you to fit learning around your schedule while still meeting Health and Safety Executive standards, giving you the essential skills and certification you need.
To be eligible for the course, learners must meet the following entry requirements:
- Must be aged 16 and over.
- Must possess sufficient reading, writing, speaking, and listening language skills to communicate clearly and effectively.
There are no other entry requirements for this first aid training. It is open to individuals regardless of their employment status, making it suitable for both workplace and non-workplace settings.
Assessment
How is the First Aid at Work (FAW) Course Assessed?
The First Aid at Work qualification is assessed through two key components:
- Practical Assessment: This is an ongoing evaluation conducted throughout the course, where learners must demonstrate their practical first aid skills.
- Centre-Marked Multiple-Choice Theory Assessment: Learners must successfully complete a 30-question multiple-choice theory paper in 45 minutes. To pass, a minimum score of 70% (21 out of 30 questions correct) is required. If learners do not meet this threshold, additional oral questioning may be used to assess their understanding.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the First Aid at Work course, participants will receive a Highfield Award in First Aid at Work at SCQF Level 6, a nationally recognized qualification. This comprehensive course meets the requirements specified by the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, providing you with the essential skills and knowledge to handle emergency situations in the workplace.
Your qualification remains valid for a period of 3 years. To maintain your skills and confidence, we recommend retaking the course before the expiry date. Additionally, refreshing your knowledge annually through short refresher courses or online modules is highly encouraged. This ensures you’re always prepared to act effectively in an emergency.
FAQs
The prerequisites for attending the First Aid at Work (FAW) course are quite straightforward:
- Candidates must be at least 16 years of age when they take the assessment.
- A basic command of English is necessary because the course involves both theoretical knowledge and practical skills that will be assessed.
- There is no other requirement for prior first aid knowledge, making the course accessible to beginners.
These requirements are designed to ensure that attendees can fully engage with the course material and participate in the practical aspects of the training.
The First Aid at Work (FAW) course requires practical, hands-on training and assessment; therefore, it is typically offered in a classroom setting.
Yes, assessments are conducted throughout the course, and learners must demonstrate adequate understanding and practical skills to pass.
The difficulty can vary depending on your existing knowledge and skills. However, the course is designed to be accessible and provide comprehensive instruction to help you succeed.
The Emergency First Aid course focuses on providing immediate response to a limited set of emergency situations. The First Aid at Work course is a more comprehensive course, covering a wider range of injuries and medical conditions.
Being a certified first aider is not typically linked directly to a salary increase. However, it can potentially enhance your employability and prospects for roles requiring this qualification.
We hold courses monthly. Please check our online calendar or contact us directly for the next available dates.
Yes, we offer special discounted rates for our local charities. If you represent a Glasgow-based charitable organization, please reach out for more details on discounts.
Absolutely! We welcome group bookings and offer discounts for bulk reservations.
There is paid parking conveniently located near the training venue.
All training material is provided. Each attendee will receive a comprehensive first aid training pack, which includes a workbook, various bandages, wipes, gloves, face shields, and more. These materials are yours to keep for continued practice after the course.
West Street Underground is the nearest Subway station, a mere 2-minute walk away. Our signage is visible immediately upon exiting the station. Shields Road Subway station is also nearby, just a 7–10 minute walk from our location.
Yes, enrolled participants will receive an information pack ` via email before the course begins. This includes pre-course reading material and details about what to expect on the day of training.
Your certificate will be sent via email, typically within 5-7 days post-course completion, depending on the awarding body. However, it often arrives sooner.
Certainly, we pride ourselves on our hospitality. Complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits are available. We also provide access to a microwave and fridge for those who prefer to bring their own meals.
We limit our sessions to a maximum of 12 participants. This ensures personalized attention and ample hands-on experience for each learner, which is essential for effective first aid training.
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