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First Aid Courses

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Employers are now responsible for not only risk assessing the volume of First Aid cover but also the type of cover required. Is your organisation properly covered? Have your staff been appropriately trained for the environment in which they work? Our fully certified courses offer a welcome environment to suit a wide range of needs. From basic life support and paediatric first aid through to first aid at work and more – we’ll ensure your organisation’s skills are in perfect health.

Emergency First Aid at Work

The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), course is for people who need basic life-saving skills and knowledge in a variety of work and leisure environments.

Paediatric First Aid

The 2 day paediatric first aid course is for people who need life-saving skills and knowledge in a variety of work and leisure environments.

RYA First Aid

The Royal Yachting Association (RYA), First Aid training course includes the same criteria and level of qualification as the EFAW.

First Aid at Work

These courses are aimed at providing a much higher level of care to the casualty through a broad range of injuries and illnesses.

Outdoor First Aid

This two day course is more in-depth than the BLS or EFAW and it specialises in First Aid techniques within a variety of outdoor environments.

Forest Schools Paediatric First Aid

This two day Forest School paediatric first aid course provides the practical skills needed to become a confident first aider for children under 8.

Re Start a Heart

FREE course teaching the basics of CPR and how to use a defibrillator.

Bespoke First Aid

Our Bespoke First Aid courses are designed to be as flexible and directed as the customer needs.

Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace

A national level 3 qualification designed to raise awareness and understanding of mental health, and to signpost to professional help.

First Aid for ECC staff

Essex Outdoors is the preferred provider of first aid courses for Essex County Council staff. Our team will advise you on the level of cover you require. Please note courses for ECC staff are not currently bookable online.