From an office to a building site, qualified first aiders are needed in every workplace. Becoming a first aider is a great responsibility, and the qualification not only looks great on a CV, but is also a legal requirement for various job roles.
How will the qualification benefit you?
- Created by STA’s first aid experts, providing you with quality training
- Regulated by Ofqual and Qualifications Wales, and accredited by SQA Accreditation in Scotland
- Training is in accordance with the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982
- Endorsed by CIMSPA, industry leaders in sport and physical activity
- Can give you a head start when applying for jobs
- Will give you in-depth knowledge and the confidence to potentially save someone’s life.
Course availability
The course will take place at Newton Abbot Leisure Centre and cost £250 - this includes all course materials.
Interested? Before you get started…
Please create a free Training Course Attendee Account with Teignbridge Leisure. This is so you can sign up and pay for your course with us.
You’ll need to make sure you’ve met the following requirements before you attend your course:
- Be at least 16 years of age.
- Be capable of kneeling on the floor to deliver CPR
Learners must have all pre-requisites in place before the start of the course. Qualification certificates cannot be issued if all pre-requisites are not met before the start of the course, post course submissions will not be accepted.
Booking your qualification
Please create a free Training Course Attendee Account with Teignbridge Leisure. This is so you can sign up and pay for your course with us.
Once you have your Training Course Attendee Account or if you already have an account with us, please book your course by searching in our course finder.
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- To secure your course space, full payment is required at the time of booking.
When you get your qualification
- It lasts for three years
- Your course manual will act as a guide throughout the duration of your qualification, so it’s always there to refer back to should you ever need it
- We recommend that you attend an annual refresher to keep your knowledge up-to-date.
How to Take Your First Aid Qualification Further
Once you’ve gained your qualification, you may be appointed as a designated first aider for your workplace. This could also lead to you assisting with risk assessments and considering other health & safety roles such as becoming a fire marshal, PAT tester and much more!
A First Aid at Work qualification is also a perfect start for anyone interested in becoming a first responder or even a paramedic.
Need help with something?
Most of our enquiries can be dealt with by visiting our Frequently Asked Questions page. If you still have a question, you can make contact with a member of the tutor team on leisureadmin@teignbridge.gov.uk
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