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Health and Safety None 3h5m

Workplace First Aid Training

4.6
385 Students
Updated: May 14, 2026

Course Overview

Everything you need to know before you enroll.

Duration

3h5m

Access

Lifetime Access

Level

None

Last Updated

May 14, 2026

Description

Find Safety and Confidence with Our Workplace First Aid Training!

Life in the UK can be full of risks at work. Accidents happen every day. Did you know that around 680,000 workers suffered non‑fatal injuries at work in 2024 to 20225? This kind of harm can stop work and cost money for your business. Don’t let a minor incident become a crisis. Being ready to act shows you care about safety and wellbeing.

There is no shame in learning lifesaving skills. Our workplace first aid training helps you know what to do in an emergency. It teaches you how to treat injuries quickly and confidently. This training helps you protect your team and build a safer, more caring workplace.

Why Choose Our Workplace First Aid Training?

  1. Learn on your mobile or computer whenever you have time.
  2. Difficult first aid skills explained in simple, everyday English.
  3. No pressure; learn at your own speed.
  4. Download helpful guides to use in real-life emergencies.
  5. Get a CPD-certified certificate to show you have strong health and safety skills.

Workplace First Aid Training Overview

Our course is a practical guide to handling emergencies at work. Many people ask, "Is this course for me?" If you ever worry about accidents or injuries at work, the answer is yes.

While this course is educational and not a medical qualification, it gives you the same skills used by professionals. We teach you how to recognise common injuries and hazards. You will learn to act quickly, stay calm, and respond in a way that helps rather than harms.

What Will You Learn from Workplace First Aid Training?

Our curriculum takes you step-by-step through understanding and handling workplace injuries.

  1. Understand common types of injuries and how they happen.
  2. Identify hazards at work and recognise emergency situations early.
  3. Learn how injuries affect health, safety, and productivity.
  4. Understand the link between quick action, care, and recovery.
  5. Practise practical techniques to treat injuries and provide first aid confidently.
  6. Build safer responses to emergencies at work, at home, and in public.

Why Safety and First Aid Matter

In UK workplaces, safety is key. In British offices, factories, and public spaces, neglecting first aid is rarely accepted. By taking this first aid training, you are learning the safety standards of the UK. This helps you protect yourself and others at work and avoid accidents or legal issues.

Entry Requirements

  1. Aged 16 or over
  2. Able to read and understand basic English
  3. Access to a computer or tablet
  4. No previous qualifications needed

Who Should Take This Course

Anyone who want to enhance their safety abilities should take our course, including:

  1. New employees learning workplace procedures and hazards
  2. Managers who want to protect their team and reduce accidents
  3. Healthcare and support workers who face emergencies regularly
  4. Anyone who wants to feel confident and ready to act in an emergency

Assessment

Don't worry about scary exams. We use short quizzes at the end of each section to check what you learnt. You only need 60% to pass. If you get it wrong, you can try again as many times as you like. There is no penalty for retaking a quiz.

Career and Life Benefits

Completing this course improves your safety skills, which can open doors to:

  1. Better success in job interviews (employers value trained staff!)
  2. Roles in Health and Safety, Care, or Team Leadership
  3. Jobs in Security, Education, or Emergency Services
  4. A safer workplace and more confidence in daily life

Take Action Now to Keep Everyone Safe!

Don’t let a workplace accident cause serious harm. Build a life where you are trusted for your safety skills. Enrol in our Workplace First Aid Training today and gain the power to handle any emergency with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What first aid course is required for the workplace?

  1. Basic workplace first aid is usually sufficient. Some jobs may need advanced or specialised training.

2. What are the 10 types of first aid training?

  1. Basic first aid
  2. CPR and AED
  3. Emergency response
  4. Paediatric first aid
  5. Mental health first aid
  6. Sports first aid
  7. Workplace first aid
  8. Remote or wilderness first aid
  9. Advanced first aid
  10. Infection control

3. What are the 7 basic principles of first aid?

  1. Preserve life
  2. Prevent further harm
  3. Promote recovery
  4. Assess the situation
  5. Call for help
  6. Provide care safely
  7. Reassure the patient

4. How to teach first aid at work?

  1. Demonstrate steps clearly and simply, use practical scenarios and role play, and let staff practise and ask questions.

5. Does a workplace legally need a first aider?

  1. Yes, most UK workplaces must have at least one trained first aider. Requirements depend on employee numbers and workplace risks.

6. What is the difference between HLTAID011 and HLTAID013?

  1. HLTAID011 covers general first aid for workplaces. HLTAID013 is for first aid in aged care or healthcare settings.

7. What are the 3 C’s of first aid?

  1. Check the scene and the patient
  2. Call for help
  3. Care for the patient

8. How many first aiders do I need at work?

  1. At least one first aider is required per 50 employees in low-risk workplaces. More may be needed for high-risk workplaces or larger teams.

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to_Workplace First Aid Training

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20 min

Module 02: Managing Incident at Workplaces

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24 min

Module 03: Treating Secondary Injuries

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51 min

Module 04: Resuscitation (CPR)

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19 min

Module 05: Secondary Illness and Conditions

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17 min

Module 06: Additional Secondary Illness and Conditions

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23 min

Module 07: COVID 19 Awareness

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16 min

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How to earn your certificate:

  1. Complete all learning modules
  2. Pass quizzes with at least 60%
  3. Finish the final assessment
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Olivia Green

★★★★☆

I liked the Course Cave showed what each course covers, lesson by lesson. I picked a digital marketing course because I could see all the topics before paying

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Josh Atkinson

★★★★☆

The new Course Cave site is much clearer than before. Took me about a minute to go from search to picking a course.

1 year ago

Sophie Patel

Sophie Patel

★★★★★

Brilliant course, honestly. I learnt more in a week than I did in a whole term of self-study after office hours

1 year ago

George Ahmed

George Ahmed

★★★★☆

Really clear, really calm, no nonsense. Perfect if you don’t want anything too fancy, just good teaching.

1 year ago

Amelia Clarke

Amelia Clarke

★★★★★

Fully helpful, I finally understand the basics without feeling confused. Could’ve used a few more real-life examples, but still very good.

1 year ago

Sophie Reed

Sophie Reed

★★★★☆

Their learner support was great and friendly. actually helped me a lot to sort things out when I needed it.

1 year ago

Holly Webster

Holly Webster

★★★★★

Their course topics are so work-friendly. I’d happily take another course here.

9 months ago

Ben Carter

Ben Carter

★★★★★

Spot on. Told me exactly what I needed in plain English.

1 year ago

Jack Turner

Jack Turner

★★★★★

This course explained everything in simple terms, no waffle. Ideal if you’re just starting.

1 year ago

Chloe Marsh

Chloe Marsh

★★★★★

Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

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