What Is the First Aid at Work Course?
The First Aid at Work course in Stoke-on-Trent is a comprehensive 3-day programme designed for high-risk environments like construction sites, manufacturing facilities, and warehouses. It equips you with essential first aid skills, from treating fractures and burns to managing illnesses and conducting thorough secondary assessments.
✅ Learners who successfully complete the course receive an HSE-recognised Level 3 certificate, valid for three years, demonstrating their preparedness to handle emergency situations at high-risk workplaces.
What Will You Learn on the Course?
During the 3-day First Aid at Work course in Stoke-on-Trent, you will receive comprehensive training that covers both fundamental and advanced first aid techniques for the workplace. The course starts by teaching you how to evaluate emergency situations, ensure safety, and perform CPR. As you progress, you'll learn to manage more complex situations, such as fractures, burns, spinal injuries, chest injuries, and acute illnesses. This course is designed to fully equip you to handle a wide range of incidents, both minor and critical.
Key areas include:
- Managing emergency scenes and conducting casualty assessments
- CPR techniques, recovery position, and AED operation
- Addressing bleeding, choking, and shock
- First aid for fractures, head trauma, chest injuries, and burns
- Handling major illnesses such as heart attacks, strokes, seizures, asthma attacks, and diabetes
- Identifying and treating poisoning, anaphylaxis, and eye injuries
- Developing practical first aid skills for the workplace beyond basic responses
By the end of this accredited Level 3 First Aid at Work course, you will be confident and capable of providing effective first aid in high-risk environments, ensuring you're prepared for both minor injuries and life-threatening situations.
Who Is the Course for in Stoke-on-Trent?
This First Aid at Work training is designed for individuals responsible for delivering first aid in medium- to high-risk workplaces. It’s perfect for employers seeking compliance and employees who wish to acquire the skills to handle serious incidents at work.
Ideal for professionals in:
- Construction & trades (building sites, maintenance, facilities management)
- Manufacturing & engineering workshops
- Warehousing, logistics & distribution centres
- Utilities, energy, and contractors in the oil & gas sector
- Hospitality, event management, and large public venues
- Retail environments with operational back-of-house teams
- Educational institutions with labs and workshops
- Security personnel and facilities management teams
- Supervisors, shift leaders, and designated first aiders
- Teams upgrading from Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) to First Aid at Work (FAW)
Entry Requirements
This course has simple entry requirements. To enrol, you must be at least 16 years old, and no prior first aid experience is needed. The course is structured to guide you through each aspect, from fundamental first aid techniques to more advanced scenarios commonly encountered in the workplace.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Throughout the 3-day First Aid at Work course, assessment is ongoing. Your trainer will assess your progress through a combination of practical exercises, skill demonstrations, and short multiple-choice tests. This continuous assessment method is designed to be supportive and clear, helping you confidently apply your new skills in real-life work environments.
🎯 Concerned about passing? Don’t worry.
You’ll receive full guidance from your instructor throughout the course, access to complimentary practice materials, and the chance to retake assessments if necessary. With our provider’s guaranteed 100% pass rate, you can enrol with total assurance.
Will I Receive a Recognised Certificate?
Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll receive a nationally recognised Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate. This accredited qualification is HSE-approved and valid for 3 years, ensuring that both you and your employer are fully compliant and confident in your first aid capabilities.
On-Site First Aid at Work Training in Stoke-on-Trent
If you're an employer, you can organise on-site First Aid at Work training in Stoke-on-Trent for your team. Our trainers will bring all required equipment to your workplace, helping you maintain compliance while minimising employee travel and downtime. On-site sessions can be tailored to your industry, with customised scenarios reflecting the specific risks in your working environment.
Advantages of on-site training include:
- ✓ Train your entire team at your workplace
- ✓ Eliminate travel time and reduce disruption
- ✓ Customise training scenarios to your industry’s needs
- ✓ More cost-effective for larger groups
- ✓ Flexible scheduling to fit your needs
How to Get to the Venue
The First Aid at Work training venue in Stoke-on-Trent is conveniently located in the town centre, easily accessible by both public transport and car. It is close to Stoke-on-Trent railway station and major bus routes, including those serviced by well-known operators, with several parking options available in the vicinity.
Popular Areas We Cover Near Stoke-on-Trent
The First Aid at Work course isn’t limited to Stoke-on-Trent itself. We frequently have learners who travel from nearby towns and villages, especially those in higher-risk industries who require comprehensive workplace first aid training.
Common nearby locations include:
- Yarm
- Ingleby Barwick
- Billingham
- Redcar
- Middlesbrough
- Stockton Heath
- Hartlepool
- Thornaby
- Northallerton
- Darlington
Whether you're located in Stoke-on-Trent or the surrounding area, booking this course is straightforward and convenient.
Other First Aid Courses in Stoke-on-Trent
In addition to First Aid at Work, we offer other accredited first aid courses in Stoke-on-Trent, such as Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and Paediatric First Aid. For a full list of available courses, visit our First Aid Courses in Stoke-on-Trent page.
For more information on this qualification, you can also check out our First Aid at Work course overview page.
Why Choose Hurak?
Hurak is a leading UK marketplace for accredited workplace training, trusted by over 100,000 learners. When you book your First Aid at Work course in Stoke-on-Trent with us, you’ll benefit from:
- ✓15+ years of experience delivering workplace training
- ✓Courses taught by fully accredited providers
- ✓Certificates that meet HSE standards
- ✓Transparent pricing with no hidden charges
- ✓Flexible payment options, including pay later plans
- ✓Dedicated customer support throughout your booking
