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First aid training in Colchester

Arrange first aid training at your Colchester workplace for your team. You can also ask about bringing colleagues from several sites together at one set of premises. Private delivery has a fixed group fee and no minimum group size; individuals can explore public courses in the finder.

A Skills Training Group learner practising chest compressions with an AED training unit beside the manikin
Practical first aid training with Skills Training Group

Find the right first aid course

Arrange first aid training at your premises in Colchester. Compare the qualifications below, then request a fixed-fee quote for your group. For an individual public place, use our venue finder.

Reviews of Skills Training Group across our courses

Learn practical first aid, including CPR and using an AED. Suitable for workplace first aiders and people learning for everyday life.

At your workplaceOne fixed group fee. Request a quotation.

The First Aid Industry Body (FAIB)FAIB-accredited

Three-year certificate on successful completion.

Private group training at your premises in Colchester.

First Aid at Work

6 hours of e-learning + 2 practical days

Broader workplace first aid training. Complete six hours of e-learning before attending two practical training days.

At your workplaceOne fixed group fee. Request a quotation.

The First Aid Industry Body (FAIB)FAIB-accredited

Three-year certificate on successful completion.

Private group training at your premises in Colchester.

Which course is right for you?

EFAW covers the core skills for a workplace emergency. FAW adds a wider range of injuries and illnesses. Your employer’s first aid needs assessment should guide the choice. Compare all first aid courses →

Learning first aid for everyday life?

You can join our one-day Emergency First Aid at Work course for personal learning. You do not need to be sent by an employer. CPR, using an AED, helping someone who is choking and managing bleeding are useful skills beyond the workplace, too. See what EFAW covers →

If your main focus is babies and children, explore the paediatric first aid options.

More first aid courses for you and your team

Explore renewal, childcare, mental health and shorter practical courses. Each option shows its delivery arrangements; follow the course link for full details.

First Aid at Work Requalification

2 days · Public dates by enquiry or on site

Renew an existing FAW certificate. Public places cost £120 + VAT (£144 including VAT); workplace courses are quoted per group.

The First Aid Industry BodyFAIB-accredited

Level 3 Workplace Mental Health First Aid

2 days · Live online or on site

Our most popular mental health course. Learn to recognise signs of poor mental health and support conversations about wellbeing at work.

Online places: £295 + VAT (£354 including VAT). On-site groups by quotation.

Qualsafe AwardsQualsafe Level 3 Award (RQF)

Level 3 Paediatric First Aid

6 hours online + 1 practical day · On site

Full paediatric first aid for people caring for babies and children. Arrange practical training for your team at your premises; separate public venues are listed on the course page.

Qualsafe AwardsQualsafe Level 3 Award (RQF)

Emergency Paediatric First Aid

1 day · On site

Practical training for emergencies involving babies and children. Check whether your childcare role needs this course or the full paediatric qualification.

The First Aid Industry BodyFAIB-accredited

CPR & AED Training

3 hours · At your workplace

A focused practical session on cardiopulmonary resuscitation and using an automated external defibrillator. Build your team’s confidence with lifesaving equipment. Ask for a group quotation.

Skills Training GroupSTG certificate

Basic Life Support

3 hours · At your workplace

Practical basic life support for your team. Check the course content against your workplace or professional requirements before arranging your group session. Ask for a group quotation.

Skills Training GroupDelivered by Skills Training Group

Bring colleagues together at a suitable workplace

Colchester employers can arrange training where their team works. Tell us the qualification you need and whether learners are new to first aid or renewing existing certificates. We can discuss a private course, the practical space it requires and suitable dates. The quotation covers the course and group arrangements agreed for your workplace.

If a shared training date does not suit everyone, public courses offer an alternative for individual learners. Browse by qualification in the finder, then select a venue and date. Each learner should receive the preparation and joining information for their own booking.

Ask our course team about your plans →

Booking a place for yourself?

You can join a public Emergency First Aid at Work course for work or personal learning. Search our public venues to choose an address and date that suit you.

Find a public course & venue
A group of first aid learners attending Skills Training Group training
First aid learners with Skills Training Group

Practical first aid skills for work and everyday life

You will do more than listen to a presentation. Your instructor demonstrates first aid techniques, then helps you practise them with the training equipment.

  • Work through practical situations. Practise responding to an emergency, CPR and using an AED.
  • Ask questions as you learn. Discuss the techniques and how you might use them at work or in everyday situations.
  • Demonstrate your skills. Successful completion includes assessment of your first aid knowledge and practical competence.
The First Aid Industry Body

FAIB-accredited EFAW and FAW

Your certificate is valid for three years on successful completion.

Organise a course at your Colchester premises

Whether everyone works at one site or you are bringing colleagues together, give us the address where you want the training delivered. Include your Colchester postcode, the course, learner numbers and preferred dates. We will confirm the practical arrangements and a fixed fee for the group. There is no minimum group size, so a small team can request a quote.

One fixed fee for your group. No minimum group size.

Get a quote for your workplace

Find a public course and venue for individual places →

What we need to arrange your course

  • The qualification your team needs
  • Your workplace postcode and number of learners
  • Your preferred dates

What you provide

A suitable room, seating and clear floor space for practical training. We will confirm the space, group limit and any other requirements with your quote.

See workplace course options and what’s included →

Your first aid questions in Colchester

Training in Colchester

Can staff from several sites train at our Colchester premises?

You can propose one workplace for the group. Give us the total learner numbers, course and room details so we can confirm the capacity and practical arrangements.

What if colleagues need different attendance dates?

Explore separate public places through the course and venue finder, or describe the groups and dates you are considering in a workplace enquiry. We will confirm what can be arranged.

What address should we include in a workplace enquiry?

Give the address and postcode where you want the training delivered, even if the people attending work elsewhere. Include the course, group size and preferred dates.

Choosing your course

Can I learn first aid for everyday life rather than work?

Yes. You can book your own place on a public Emergency First Aid at Work course for personal learning. CPR, using an AED, helping someone who is choking and managing bleeding are useful skills beyond the workplace, too. You do not need to be sent by an employer. The qualification remains Emergency First Aid at Work and includes assessment. If your main focus is babies and children, compare the paediatric options.

Do I need Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work?

Your employer’s first aid needs assessment should guide the choice. EFAW covers core emergency skills, while FAW covers a broader range of injuries and illnesses. Workplace hazards, working patterns and the people needing cover all matter; a job title alone does not decide the course. Compare first aid courses →

How long does the training take?

EFAW takes one practical training day. Our blended FAW course combines six hours of e-learning with two practical days; complete the online part before attending. FAW requalification takes two days. Check your chosen course and joining instructions for session times. Explore EFAW → Explore FAW →

Can I complete first aid training entirely online?

Emergency First Aid at Work, First Aid at Work and paediatric first aid include practical training and assessment, so you attend those sessions in person. Blended FAW and full paediatric courses include an online element before the practical sessions. Our Level 3 Workplace Mental Health First Aid course is available live online as well as on site.

Is your EFAW course suitable before SIA training?

Yes. Our standard EFAW course includes the additional practical training on life-threatening bleeding and keeping airways open required before SIA door supervisor or security guard training. Your first aid certificate must have at least 12 months remaining when the SIA licence-linked training starts. Check the EFAW course →

Which first aid course should I consider for babies and children?

Compare full Level 3 Paediatric First Aid with Emergency Paediatric First Aid against your role and employer’s requirements. Full blended paediatric training includes six hours online and one practical day. The emergency paediatric course takes one day. The course cards show the relevant public or on-site delivery options.

Your training and qualification

What certificate will I receive?

Successful EFAW and FAW learners receive an FAIB-accredited certificate, valid for three years. You must complete the training and meet the assessment requirements. Full paediatric first aid has a different award: the Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF).

When should I renew my first aid qualification?

EFAW and FAW certificates last three years. Plan renewal before the expiry date. EFAW renewal repeats the one-day course; existing FAW certificate holders can ask about the two-day requalification course. If your certificate has expired, contact us before booking to confirm the appropriate route. Ask about FAW requalification →

Does an annual refresher renew my certificate?

No. Annual refresher training helps you keep skills current, but it does not extend your EFAW or FAW certificate. HSE recommends refresher training between qualifications; you still need the appropriate renewal course before your certificate expires. Annual first aid refresher →

Can you help with access or learning requirements?

Contact us before booking so we can discuss the venue, practical assessment and any support you need. Include your chosen course and venue in the enquiry so we can check the arrangements that apply to your booking. Contact our course advisers →

What space do we need for on-site first aid training?

You will need a suitable room with seating and enough clear space for practical exercises. Tell us your group size and any access requirements when enquiring so we can confirm the room and equipment arrangements for your course. Discuss workplace training →

Can our team take mental health first aid training?

Yes. Our most popular option is the two-day Level 3 Workplace Mental Health First Aid course, available live online or on site. This Qualsafe qualification covers recognising signs of poor mental health and supporting conversations about wellbeing. View the Level 3 course or compare all mental health courses.

Need help choosing? Speak to our course advisers →