First Aid.
Equip your team with the skills to act when it matters most. Our practical First Aid courses help learners develop the confidence and knowledge needed to respond effectively to workplace emergencies, injuries and incidents. Delivered by experienced First Aid professionals, courses combine hands-on learning, practical assessment and recognised certification to help organisations meet their responsibilities while creating safer workplaces.
Practical First Aid Training for the Workplace
Having trained First Aiders in your organisation can make a vital difference when responding to accidents, injuries and medical emergencies.
Whether you're looking to train new First Aiders or renew existing qualifications, our First Aid courses provide practical, hands-on learning designed to develop confidence as well as competence. Learners gain the knowledge and skills needed to assess situations, provide immediate assistance and respond appropriately until further help arrives.
All courses include AED (Defibrillator) training, helping participants develop the confidence to use lifesaving equipment in an emergency.
How Many First Aiders Does Your Business Need?
One of the most common questions employers ask is:
"How many First Aiders do I need, and what level of training should they have?"
The answer depends on several factors, including the size of your workforce, the nature of your activities, workplace risks and working arrangements.
Our First Aid Requirements Calculator can help you understand the level of First Aid provision your organisation may require and identify the most suitable training options for your team.
Use Our First Aid Requirements Calculator
Find out what First Aid training may be appropriate for your organisation in just a few minutes.
Delivered by Experienced Professionals
Our First Aid training is delivered by specialist trainers with extensive experience in emergency response and workplace First Aid. Through practical exercises, demonstrations and scenario-based learning, participants can develop skills that are directly applicable in real-world situations.
WYMS is a Qualsafe Approved Training Centre, enabling learners to access qualifications awarded through one of the UK's most recognised awarding organisations for First Aid training and compliance-based qualifications.
Successful learners will undertake assessment as part of their course and receive certification upon completion, helping employers demonstrate competence and support workplace compliance requirements.
Training is delivered through open courses at WYMS, with in-house delivery available in many cases, subject to learner numbers, location and availability.
Did You Know?
Mental Health First Aid Training is Also Available
Physical health isn't the only aspect of workplace wellbeing. WYMS also offers Mental Health First Aid training designed to help organisations better support employee wellbeing, recognise signs of mental ill health and create positive workplace cultures.