First Aid at Work Course (FAW)
3-day practical training that prepares your team to deal with real emergencies — not just hold a certificate
Qualsafe Awards Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF)
3 Day Course | Workplace or Training Centre Delivery
Everything you need to know at a glance
- 3 days, face-to-face training
- No previous experience required
- Suitable for higher-risk workplaces
- Regulated by Qualsafe Awards (Ofqual)
- Certificate valid for 3 years
First Aid Training > First Aid at Work Course
Course Description
What is First Aid at Work?
First Aid at Work (FAW) is a 3-day course designed for workplaces where there is a higher level of risk, or where a more in-depth level of training is required.
This goes beyond basic first aid.
It gives learners the ability to:
assess more complex situations
manage a wider range of injuries and illnesses
make decisions under pressure
It’s designed for people who may need to take control of an incident and manage a casualty until help arrives.
What the course feels like
This is not a classroom-heavy course.
From day one, you’ll be building practical skills.
Across the three days, you’ll:
practise core life-saving skills like CPR and AED use
work through common workplace emergencies
build confidence in assessing and managing casualties
apply what you’ve learned in realistic scenarios
As the course progresses, the level of challenge increases.
You’re not just learning what to do — you’re learning how to think and respond under pressure.
How the 3 days build
The course is structured to gradually develop both knowledge and confidence.
Day 1 – Core emergency skills
You’ll cover the foundations:
scene safety and casualty assessment
CPR and AED use
unresponsive casualties
choking, shock and bleeding
This is where everything starts.
Day 2 – Illness and medical emergencies
The focus shifts to recognising and managing conditions such as:
heart attacks and stroke
asthma and breathing problems
anaphylaxis
burns, poisoning and shock
You begin to build a wider understanding of how people present when unwell.
Day 3 – Injury, assessment and application
You bring everything together:
fractures, dislocations and spinal injuries
secondary survey and full casualty assessment
scenario-based practice
This is where confidence really starts to come together.
What’s covered on the course
You’ll learn how to recognise and manage:
Cardiac arrest and CPR
Use of an AED
Unconscious casualties
Seizures
Choking
Shock
External bleeding including catastrophic bleeding
Burns and minor injuries
Heart attack and stroke
Asthma and anaphylaxis
Fractures and spinal injuries
Full casualty assessment
Who this course is suitable for
This course is typically appropriate if:
your workplace has higher risks (construction, manufacturing, engineering, agriculture)
you need a qualified first aider under HSE guidance
you want staff trained to manage a wider range of emergencies
You may not need this course if:
your workplace is low risk → Emergency First Aid at Work may be enough
Not sure which course you need?
Choosing the wrong course is common.
We can help you work it out based on:
your work environment
number of staff
level of risk
How long is the course?
3 days face-to-face
or blended learning options available
Delivered:
at your workplace
or at a suitable training venue
Assessment and certification
You’ll be assessed throughout the course through:
practical observation
scenario-based performance
multiple choice theory assessments
To pass:
you must demonstrate safe, effective first aid
and meet the required standard in assessments
Successful learners receive a Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate, valid for 3 years.
How our training is different
We don’t run tick-box courses.
Our training is:
delivered by clinicians with real-world experience
focused on real emergencies, not just theory
built around practical learning and scenarios
We focus on making sure people:
understand what’s happening
can make decisions under pressure
leave with genuine confidence
Or, give us a call on (01603) 339 159
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Most businesses need appropriate first aid provision based on risk. Higher-risk workplaces typically require fully qualified First Aid at Work trained staff.
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3 years.
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This depends on your workforce size, risks, shift patterns and working environment.
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Yes. We regularly deliver First Aid at Work training at workplaces across the UK.
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Yes. A large part of the course is hands-on, with practical skills and scenario-based learning.
First Aid at Work – FAQs
Book First Aid at Work Training
If you’d like to book or check availability, get in touch.
We’ll:
confirm suitable dates
help you choose the right course
tailor delivery to your environment
Or call:
01603 339 159
