First Aid Training
We run Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Courses, First Aid at Work (FAW) Courses including the FAW Requalification (FAWREQ) course, and Ofsted recommend Paediatric First Aid (PFA) courses in Thanet and across Kent. All the courses are delivered as a face-to-face course.
As a company registered with and following guidelines from the Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK we can offer Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and other first aid courses, as they meet specific competency and quality assurance standards set by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). As a training company that adheres to current RCUK resuscitation guidelines and maintains the required instructor competence and quality assurance, we are well-placed to offer first aid courses. We offer on-site training or at a Kent Resuscitation Training site if preferred.
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Key Requirements for first aid training offered by Kent Resuscitation Training providers –
Competence
Trainers have the necessary skills and competence to teach first aid.
Quality Assurance
The company has a thorough quality assurance process.
Syllabus Compliance
The course content aligns with the syllabus, for example focusing on emergency first aid in the workplace
Certification
Courses typically involve practical and theoretical assessment to ensure competency
In addition, Kent Resuscitation Training provides a documented course evaluation procedure and where required a documented complaints procedure.
What course do you require?
As an employer, you must provide adequate and appropriate first-aid equipment, facilities and personnel to ensure your employees receive immediate attention if they are injured or taken ill at work.
First aid courses range from basic emergency response to comprehensive workplace certifications, with key types including Emergency First Aid at Work (1 day, low-risk) and First Aid at Work (3 days, high-risk). Other common courses include Paediatric First Aid for children, AED/CPR training, and annual refresher courses, generally valid for three years.
If you are unsure Kent Resuscitation Training can offer you a first-aid needs assessment to indicate what level of course your trained first-aiders require. The level of training undertaken should be as identified in the assessment. Typically, this will be either first aid at work (FAW) training or emergency first aid at work (EFAW) training. However, it may also be some other level of first-aid training, outside the usual framework, if indicated by the need’s assessment.
Key First Aid Course Types
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
(1 day / 6 hours)
Level 2: Focuses on basic life support, bleeding, burns, and resuscitation for small, low-risk workplaces.
£140pp including VAT
(group prices available)
This course includes –
The importance of preventing cross-infection;
The need for recording incidents and actions;
Use of available equipment;
Assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency;
Administer first aid to a casualty who is unconscious (including seizure);
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use of an automated external defibrillator;
Administer first aid to a casualty who is choking;
Administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded and bleeding;
Administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock;
Provide appropriate first aid for minor injuries (including small cuts, grazes and bruises, minor burns and scalds, small splinters).
First Aid at Work (FAW)
(3 days / 18 hours)
Level 3: Covers EFAW topics plus complex injuries, such as broken bones, head injuries, and serious illnesses (e.g., heart attack, stroke), suitable for higher-hazard environments.
£320pp including VAT
(group prices available)
In addition to the EFAW course the course also includes-
Administer first aid to a casualty with:
injuries to bones, muscles and joints, including suspected spinal injuries;
– Chest injuries;
– Burns and scalds;
– Eye injuries;
– Sudden poisoning;
– Anaphylactic shock;
Recognise the presence of major illness and provide appropriate first aid (including heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma, diabetes)
Paediatric First Aid
(1-2 days)
Specialised training for professionals working with children, such as nursery staff and childminders, meeting OFSTED requirements.
£120pp including VAT
(group prices available)
Key Content & Syllabus (EYFS/Ofsted Requirements)
Emergency Management: Assessing situations, prioritizing treatment, and managing unresponsive casualties.
Resuscitation & Airway: CPR (infant/child), use of AED (Automated External Defibrillator), and choking management.
Medical Conditions: Anaphylactic shock (allergies), asthma, meningitis, epilepsy/seizures, fevers, and diabetes (low blood sugar).
Injuries & Accidents: Bleeding, shock, burns, scalds, fractures, head/neck/spinal injuries, poisons, and eye/ear/nose injuries.
Roles & Responsibilities: Understanding the role of the first aider, recording incidents, and maintaining equipment.
Ofsted Compliance Essentials
12-Hour Training: Must be a full 12-hour course (often split into 6 hours online/6 hours practical or 2 days full face-to-face).
Validity: Certificates are valid for 3 years, with a new course needed before expiry.
Qualified Staff: At least one person with a current PFA certificate must be on-site at all times when children are present, and usually at least one on outings.
Recognised Training: Approved by Ofsted, covering both infant and child requirements.
Key Focus Areas for Inspections Ofsted inspectors look for:
Active training records for all staff.
Immediate knowledge of how to handle an emergency, not just a certificate.
Evidence of training in dealing with choking and severe allergic reactions.
Outdoor/First Response Emergency Care:
(1-2 days)
Specialised training for, respectively, remote environments or advanced first aid professionals. Individualised content to meet the needs of the service provider.
Prices on request
Annual First Aid Refresher
(1-2 days depending on recertification required)
Recommended annually to keep skills current, specifically for those who hold EFAW/FAW certifications.
From £110pp including VAT
(group prices available)
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training and CPR delivery
(1 hour)
Dedicated, short training on using defibrillators in cardiac emergencies and CPR administration for Adults. Ideal for small groups or clubs.
From £60pp including VAT
(group prices available)
Mental Health First Aid
(0.5 day / 4 hours)
Provides skills to support individuals experiencing mental health issues or crisis, covering topics like depression and anxiety.
From £310pp including VAT
(group prices available) specialist mental health practitioner led
The course aims to empower individuals or managers with awareness of mental health, to provide a supportive workplace, address employee wellbeing, and lead a resilient team. This course supports teams to –
Understand how to recognise stress
Learn how to support yourself and others
Recognise and manage team stress
Build resilience for you and your team
Support those with anxiety and depression
Learn to develop team resilience and support
Build effective communication skills
Delivery Methods
Face-to-face
Practical, in-person training.
Blended Learning
A mix of online theory followed by in-person practical assessments, can be arranged on request.
Certification Validity
Most first aid at work certifications are valid for 3 years, and a full requalification course is required before the certificate expires. Certificates are only issued to those students that have been assessed as competent through demonstrating satisfactory knowledge, skills and understanding in all aspects of the training course.
If the qualification is neither FAW nor EFAW (or the training contains additional elements), the certificate should also provide an outline of the topics covered or the additional elements. This may be on the reverse of the certificate or as an appendix
On completion the certificate issued will contain-
The name of the training organisation
The name of the candidate
The title of the qualification (e.g. FAW or EFAW)
An indication that the certificate has been issued for the purposes of complying with the requirements of the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981
Confirmation that the certificate is valid for three years
The commencement date
A statement that teaching was delivered in accordance with currently accepted first-aid practice
