What Is the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
The Emergency First Aid at Work course in Gillingham is a one-day Level 3 qualification created for individuals who may need to deal with emergency situations in the workplace. The course places strong emphasis on practical training, helping learners develop confidence through hands-on exercises and realistic first aid scenarios.
This HSE-approved training is suitable for a variety of sectors and works particularly well for small to medium-sized organisations. Throughout the course, participants learn vital first aid techniques such as performing CPR, using an AED safely, carrying out primary surveys, and responding to common incidents, including choking, heavy bleeding, shock, and unconscious casualties.
✅ Completing this course supports workplace health and safety compliance while ensuring you are ready to safeguard the well-being of employees and visitors.
Who Should Take This Course in Gillingham?
This Emergency First Aid at Work course is suitable for anyone who may be required to respond quickly to an emergency in the workplace. It is especially beneficial for employees who work closely with members of the public, learners, or vulnerable people, as well as those based in higher-risk working environments.
For small to medium-sized businesses in Gillingham, this course provides a straightforward and effective way to ensure a designated first aider is prepared to handle incidents until professional medical help arrives. As the training is completed within one day, it allows organisations to meet health and safety obligations with minimal impact on day-to-day operations.
How to Get to the Venue
By Train
The training venue is located a short distance from Gillingham Station, making it easy to reach from the town centre. The venue can be accessed on foot in approximately 10 minutes, or by taxi in around 5 minutes.
By Car
If you are travelling by car, the venue is conveniently accessible via the A2 and M2, as well as other main routes serving Gillingham. There are several public car parks close by, all within a short walking distance of the venue.
By Bus
The training centre is well served by local bus routes operating throughout Gillingham and the surrounding areas. Regular services run through the town centre with nearby stops, allowing straightforward access from neighbouring locations.
What Will You Learn on the Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
This course focuses on practical, hands-on first aid training to help you feel confident responding to real-life emergencies in the workplace. Through guided demonstrations and realistic scenarios, you’ll develop the skills needed to act calmly and effectively when incidents occur.
Throughout the day, the training will cover key topics including:
- Carrying out a primary survey using the DRABC approach
- Delivering effective CPR and using an AED correctly and safely
- Dealing with airway emergencies such as choking
- Controlling bleeding and providing care for casualties in shock
- Documenting incidents and working alongside emergency services
By the end of the Emergency First Aid at Work course in Gillingham, you’ll feel prepared to step in during urgent situations and provide potentially life-saving first aid when it is needed most.
Entry Requirements
No previous first aid knowledge is needed to attend this course, making it accessible to everyone. Participants must be at least 16 years old, and all skills are explained and demonstrated clearly, with step-by-step guidance to ensure learners can follow along with confidence, whatever their prior experience.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Assessment on this course is straightforward and supportive, combining practical observation with a brief written element. You’ll be asked to demonstrate key first aid techniques to confirm you can confidently apply your knowledge, alongside completing a short multiple-choice questionnaire. Outcomes are provided on the same day, so you can leave the course knowing exactly where you stand.
Will I Get a Recognised Certificate?
Once you successfully complete the course, you will be awarded an HSE-compliant certificate that remains valid for three years. This confirms that you are qualified to act as a workplace first aider and have met the required training standards.
The qualification is recognised throughout the UK, making it widely accepted by employers as evidence of accredited first aid training. You will also receive a digital copy of your certificate, allowing easy and convenient access whenever you need to provide proof of completion.
On-Site Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Gillingham
We also offer the Emergency First Aid at Work course on-site training in Gillingham, allowing your team to complete the course at your own workplace. This flexible option is ideal for organisations looking for a practical and efficient way to meet health and safety requirements.
Key benefits of on-site training:
- ✓ Reduce travel time by training staff at your premises
- ✓ Course delivery adapted to suit your working environment
- ✓ Same syllabus and HSE-compliant certificate valid for three years
- ✓ A cost-effective solution for training groups of employees
Areas We Serve Around Gillingham
Our Gillingham training venue is conveniently located, making it easy to attend from surrounding towns and nearby areas. Learners regularly travel to us from locations such as:
- Rainham
- Chatham
- Rochester
- Sittingbourne
- Strood
- Canterbury
- Maidstone
Other First Aid Courses in Gillingham
We also deliver a range of other recognised first aid courses in Gillingham, including First Aid at Work (FAW) and Paediatric First Aid. To view the full selection, visit our First Aid Courses in Gillingham page.
If you would like more information about this qualification at a national level, please see our Emergency First Aid at Work Course page.
Why Book With Us?
When you book your training with us, you benefit from a trusted and proven approach to first aid education:
- ✓ Simple online booking with instant confirmation
- ✓ Accredited courses delivered by experienced and qualified instructors
- ✓ Over 100,000 learners trained nationwide
- ✓ Immediate digital proof of training for your records
- ✓ Certificates recognised across all UK industries
- ✓ Cost-effective options available for individuals and group bookings
