HSE-aligned First Aid OFSTED Paediatric First Aid Basic Life Support for GP, Dental & Care Fire Marshal / Fire Warden training

Workplace First Aid & Fire Safety Training Courses

All courses are delivered on-site at your premises by our network of experienced trainers across the UK, with certificates typically issued within 48 hours. Many courses are also available in a blended format, reducing time away from the workplace while keeping standards high.

Core workplace courses

These are our main courses for employers who need to meet Health & Safety Executive (HSE), OFSTED, and sector-specific requirements.

Emergency First Aid at Work training

HSE Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) – 1 day

A one-day course covering essential life-saving skills and core workplace first aid responsibilities for low to medium risk environments.

1 day • Up to 12 delegates • On-site at your workplace
HSE compliant Ideal for offices, retail & schools
HSE First Aid at Work 3-day course

HSE First Aid at Work (FAW) – 3 day

Comprehensive three-day First Aid at Work qualification for higher-risk workplaces or sites needing full first aider cover.

3 days classroom • Requalification routes available
HSE compliant Factories, warehouses, construction
Also available as a more affordable blended option: candidates complete theory online in their own time, then attend a 1 day face-to-face practical and assessment with our trainer.
Paediatric First Aid for nurseries and schools

OFSTED Paediatric First Aid – blended

Designed for nurseries, schools and childcare settings needing to meet EYFS and OFSTED expectations for Paediatric First Aid.

Blended delivery • Online theory plus 1 day in-person practical
OFSTED / EYFS aligned Nurseries, pre-schools, childminders
Staff complete the knowledge component online, then attend a single practical day with our trainer for scenarios, assessments and hands-on skills.
Basic Life Support training

Basic Life Support & AED

Short, focused sessions ideal for GP surgeries, dental practices and care providers needing regular Basic Life Support refreshers.

CPR, choking, recovery position, AED use • Tailored to your setting
GP & Dental practices Care homes & domiciliary care
Dental practices: add an optional Medical Emergencies module to cover GDC expectations and real-world dental scenarios alongside BLS.
Fire Marshal / Fire Warden training

Fire Marshal / Fire Warden training

Practical training for your Fire Marshals and Fire Wardens to support safe evacuation and day-to-day fire safety checks.

Half-day or full day • Tailored to your building and procedures
Fire safety awareness Offices, schools & care settings

Courses by sector

If you’re not sure which course is right, start with the sector that best matches your organisation.

Nurseries & schools

Childcare & education settings

For early years providers, schools and colleges:

  • OFSTED Paediatric First Aid – blended for early years staff.
  • HSE Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) for general staff.
  • Optional Fire Marshal training for key staff.
GP & Dental

GP surgeries & dental practices

For medical and dental settings:

  • Basic Life Support & AED for all clinical staff.
  • Optional Medical Emergencies module for dental practices.
  • HSE Emergency First Aid at Work for non-clinical staff.
Care sector

Care homes & domiciliary care

For residential and home care providers:

  • HSE Emergency First Aid at Work or 3 day FAW depending on risk.
  • Regular BLS & AED updates for staff.
  • Optional Fire Marshal for night staff and seniors.
Workplaces

Offices, warehouses & manufacturing

For general workplaces and higher-risk sites:

  • EFAW for low-risk offices and small teams.
  • 3 day HSE First Aid at Work for higher-risk or larger sites.
  • Fire Marshal / Fire Warden for key staff.

Choosing between EFAW, 3 day FAW and Paediatric First Aid

Use this quick comparison to decide which course best fits your workplace. If you are still unsure, we are happy to advise.

Course Best for Duration & delivery Blended option
HSE Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Low to medium risk workplaces needing at least one trained first aider. 1 day on-site at your premises. Not typically blended – delivered as a single practical day.
HSE First Aid at Work (FAW) Higher-risk environments or larger teams needing full HSE First Aid at Work coverage. 3 days (or equivalent) covering full workplace first aid syllabus. Yes: theory completed online, plus 1 day face-to-face practical and assessment.
OFSTED Paediatric First Aid Nurseries, pre-schools, childminders and schools caring for children under 5. Blended delivery combining online learning with 1 day face-to-face. Yes: designed as a blended option to minimise time off rota.

Ready to get dates and pricing?

If you already know which course you need, you can go straight to our booking page. If you are unsure, call or email and we will recommend the right mix of EFAW, FAW, Paediatric, BLS and Fire Marshal courses for your organisation.