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First aid courses
Workplace, outdoor, paediatric and forestry first aid qualifications — at our Taunton training centre or delivered onsite for your team.
Which course do I need?
Your workplace first aid needs assessment decides the level of cover. As a rule of thumb, lower-risk workplaces need Emergency First Aid at Work and higher-risk workplaces need First Aid at Work.
1 DAY · LEVEL 3
Emergency First Aid at Work
The essential workplace qualification: CPR, choking, bleeding, shock and minor injuries.
3 DAYS · LEVEL 3
First Aid at Work
The full workplace qualification, adding a wide range of injuries and illnesses for higher-risk environments.
2 DAYS · LEVEL 3
Outdoor First Aid
For leaders, instructors and guides who work outdoors and may be far from help.
2 DAYS · LEVEL 3
Paediatric First Aid
Meets EYFS requirements for nurseries, childminders and anyone caring for babies and children.
1 DAY · LEVEL 3
Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Emergency paediatric first aid for those working with infants and children.
LEVEL 3
Forestry First Aid +F
Workplace first aid with the +F forestry content — catastrophic bleeding, crush injuries, hypothermia and more.
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STAYING QUALIFIED
Keep your first aid certificate in date
Workplace first aid certificates (EFAW and FAW) are valid for three years. Once a certificate expires, that person is no longer a qualified workplace first aider.
- Book your requalification before your certificate expires
- The HSE strongly recommends an annual refresher in between
- We can requalify your whole team together, onsite
First aid FAQs
Can't see your question? Call 01823 214134 or email info@apex-mr.co.uk.
How long is a first aid certificate valid?
EFAW and FAW certificates are valid for three years from the date of the course. Paediatric first aid certificates are also valid for three years.
Can you train our staff at our workplace?
Yes. All our first aid courses can be run privately for your team at your premises or at our Taunton centre. Contact us for a quote.
Do you offer individual places?
Yes — we run open dates where you can book a single place. If you can't see a date that suits you, get in touch and we'll let you know when the next course runs.
Is there an assessment?
Yes. You'll be continuously assessed on practical skills during the course, with a short written assessment where the qualification requires it.
Need first aid training for your team?
Tell us how many people and where you're based and we'll come back with dates and a quote.