First Aid Traning

This Level 3 Emergency Paediatric First Aid course provides essential, life‑saving skills for anyone responsible for the care of infants and children. It is ideal for staff working in early years settings, schools, childcare provision, out‑of‑school clubs, as well as parents, carers and community organisations.

The course focuses on responding effectively to acute paediatric medical emergencies, giving learners the confidence to act quickly and appropriately when it matters most. Training is practical, engaging and delivered by experienced instructors with a strong understanding of safeguarding, duty of care and real‑world education settings.

This qualification partly fulfils the requirements of Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and is particularly suitable where staff require emergency paediatric first aid provision but do not need the full two‑day paediatric qualification.

Course content includes:

• Roles and responsibilities in a paediatric first aid situation
• Assessing an incident and managing an unresponsive baby or child
• Paediatric CPR and choking procedures
• Seizures, shock and anaphylaxis
• Wounds, bleeding and minor injuries
• Accident reporting and when to seek emergency assistance

The course is Ofqual regulated, assessed through a combination of practical demonstration and written assessment, and leads to a Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid, valid for three years.

Training is available through open courses with published dates or as bespoke, in‑house delivery for schools, nurseries and organisations, helping reduce staff time away from the workplace and ensuring consistent training across teams.

This Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course provides comprehensive training for those responsible for the care of infants and children, making it ideal for staff working in early years settings, schools, childcare provision, wraparound care, and out‑of‑school activities, as well as childminders and other professionals.

The course meets the full requirements of Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and equips learners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to respond effectively to a wide range of paediatric first aid situations. Training is practical, engaging and delivered by experienced instructors who understand the realities of education and childcare settings.

Course content includes:

• Roles, responsibilities and incident reporting
• Assessing an emergency situation
• Managing an unresponsive baby or child
• Paediatric CPR and choking procedures
• Seizures, shock and anaphylaxis
• Wounds, bleeding and minor injuries
• When and how to seek further medical assistance

This qualification is Ofqual regulated and is assessed through a combination of practical demonstration and written assessment. Successful learners achieve a Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid, valid for three years.

To support flexibility and reduce time away from the workplace, this course can be delivered as a blended learning programme. Learners complete the first day of study online, at their own pace, followed by one day of face‑to‑face practical training. This approach ensures high‑quality learning while minimising disruption to staffing and operations. Traditional face‑to‑face delivery is also available.

Training is offered through open courses with published dates or as bespoke, in‑house delivery for organisations wishing to train whole teams together.

The Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work course equips learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to respond confidently to workplace medical emergencies. It is suitable for staff working in schools, academies, offices, retail, community settings and other low‑risk environments, where an organisation’s first aid needs assessment identifies the requirement for Emergency First Aiders.

This qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations and provides learners with the competence to act quickly, safely and effectively when an incident occurs. Training is practical, engaging and delivered by experienced instructors who understand workplace risk, compliance and duty of care.

Course content includes:

• Roles and responsibilities of the Emergency First Aider
• Assessing an incident and managing the scene safely
• Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
• Adult CPR and choking procedures
• Shock, epilepsy and burns
• Bleeding control and minor injuries
• Accident reporting and record keeping

The course is Ofqual regulated and assessed through a combination of practical demonstration and written assessment. Successful learners achieve a Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work, valid for three years.

Training is available through open courses with published dates or as bespoke, in‑house delivery, allowing organisations to train teams together and minimise time away from the workplace.

The Level 3 First Aid at Work course provides comprehensive training for those designated as workplace first aiders and is suitable for schools, academies, businesses and organisations where a full first aid provision is required. This qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations and supports organisations in maintaining a safe, compliant working environment.

The course equips learners with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to respond effectively to a wide range of workplace injuries and medical emergencies, from life‑threatening incidents through to common illnesses and minor injuries. Training is delivered by experienced instructors and is highly practical, scenario‑based and relevant to real workplace settings.

Course content includes:

• Roles, responsibilities and legal requirements of the workplace first aider
• Assessing and managing an incident safely
• Managing an unresponsive casualty
• CPR, choking and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
• Bleeding, shock, burns and fractures
• Medical conditions including asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart attack and stroke
• Recording and reporting accidents and incidents

This qualification is Ofqual regulated and normally delivered over three days. To reduce time away from the workplace, the course can also be completed through a blended learning model, where one day of theory is completed online in advance, followed by two days of face‑to‑face practical training. This flexible approach ensures all regulatory requirements are met while minimising disruption to operations. Fully face‑to‑face delivery remains available where preferred.

Successful learners achieve a Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work, valid for three years.

Training is available through open courses with published dates or as bespoke, in‑house delivery for organisations wishing to train teams together.

The Level 3 Emergency Outdoor First Aid course is designed for those who work or operate in outdoor, rural or remote environments, where access to emergency medical assistance may be delayed. It is particularly suitable for staff involved in outdoor learning, educational visits, expeditions, sports, leisure activities and site‑based roles, as well as volunteers and community organisations.

This one‑day qualification equips learners with the skills and confidence to manage medical emergencies in outdoor settings, focusing on effective decision‑making, casualty care and scene management when professional help is not immediately available. Training is practical, scenario‑based and delivered by experienced instructors with a strong understanding of outdoor risk and supervision.

Course content includes:

• Principles of outdoor first aid and first aid equipment
• Scene assessment and casualty monitoring
• Summoning assistance and managing incidents in remote locations
• Managing an unresponsive casualty
• CPR and disorders of respiration
• Wounds, bleeding and hypovolaemic shock

The course is Ofqual regulated and meets the Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL) Band 2 requirements. Successful learners achieve a Level 3 Award in Emergency Outdoor First Aid, valid for three years.

Training is available through open courses with published dates or as bespoke, in‑house delivery, making it ideal for schools, trusts and organisations seeking to train groups involved in outdoor or off‑site activity.

The Level 3 Outdoor First Aid course is a comprehensive two‑day qualification designed for those who work or lead activities in outdoor, rural or remote environments, where emergency medical assistance may be delayed. It is particularly suitable for staff involved in outdoor learning, educational visits, expeditions, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, sports and adventurous activities, as well as site teams, volunteers and community organisations.

This course provides learners with the skills, knowledge and confidence to manage a wide range of serious injuries and medical emergencies in outdoor settings, with a strong focus on incident management, casualty care and decision‑making in challenging environments. Training is highly practical and scenario‑based, reflecting the realities of working away from immediate professional support. [nucotraining.com]

Course content includes:

• Incident and scene management in outdoor environments
• Assessing and prioritising casualties
• Managing unresponsive casualties and administering CPR
• Control of bleeding and management of shock, including anaphylaxis
• Head, spinal, chest and abdominal injuries
• Fractures, sprains and soft tissue injuries
• Burns, hypothermia, heat exhaustion and environmental factors
• Medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes and epilepsy
• Moving casualties and summoning assistance in remote locations 

The course is Ofqual regulated and meets the Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL) Band 3 requirements. It also fulfils the first aid element of the expedition syllabus for the Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Successful learners achieve a Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid, valid for three years. 

Training is available through open courses with published dates or as bespoke, in‑house delivery, making it ideal for schools, trusts and organisations delivering regular outdoor or off‑site activity.

The Level 3 Activity First Aid course is designed for those who are involved in sport, leisure, recreation and activity‑based environments, including outdoor education, clubs, holiday provision and community activities. It is particularly suitable where activities involve higher levels of physical exertion, water‑based activity, or remote and challenging settings, and where staff may need to manage incidents for a period of time before professional help arrives.

This two‑day qualification builds on core first aid principles and extends them to cover the specific risks associated with activities and outdoor environments. Learners develop the confidence and competence to respond effectively to a wide range of injuries and medical conditions, with an emphasis on practical skills, decision‑making and casualty management in dynamic settings. 

Course content includes:

• Roles, responsibilities and reporting in activity settings
• Assessing an incident and managing the scene safely
• Managing unresponsive casualties, including CPR and choking
• Bleeding control, shock and fractures
• Head, spinal, chest and limb injuries
• Medical conditions including asthma, diabetes, seizures and heart conditions
• Drowning‑related injuries and water‑based considerations
• Burns, heat and cold injuries, and environmental factors
• Managing incidents until emergency services arrive

The course is Ofqual regulated and leads to a Level 3 Award in Activity First Aid, valid for three years. It is suitable for staff working across education, outdoor learning, sports and activity provision where a broader first aid capability is required beyond standard workplace training.

Training is available through open courses with published dates or as bespoke, in‑house delivery, making it ideal for schools, trusts and organisations delivering regular activity‑based provision.

The Level 3 Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis course provides essential training for recognising and responding to severe, life‑threatening allergic reactions. It is designed for qualified First Aiders and Emergency First Aiders, as well as staff working in education, childcare, healthcare, catering and other high‑risk environments where adrenaline auto‑injectors may be required.

Anaphylaxis can develop rapidly and requires prompt, confident and effective intervention. This one‑day course equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills to identify anaphylaxis, differentiate it from less severe allergic reactions, and take appropriate action in line with current guidance. Training is highly practical and focuses on real‑world response, decision‑making and casualty care.

Course content includes:

• Understanding anaphylaxis and common triggers
• Recognising life‑threatening problems affecting airway, breathing and circulation
• Early assessment using the ABCDE approach
• The importance of summoning emergency assistance promptly
• Treatment of anaphylaxis, including oxygen therapy and removal of triggers
• Safe preparation and use of adrenaline auto‑injectors
• Resuscitation skills and recovery position
• Safe disposal of sharps and effective handover to medical professionals

The course is Ofqual regulated and leads to a Level 3 Award in Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis, valid for three years. Annual refresher training is recommended to maintain confidence and competence.

Training is available through open courses with published dates or as bespoke, in‑house delivery, making it suitable for schools, trusts and organisations seeking to strengthen their response to medical emergencies involving severe allergies.

The Level 3 Forestry First Aid course is a specialist qualification designed to support those working in forestry, agricultural and land‑based environments, where the risks are significantly higher and access to emergency medical assistance may be delayed. It is intended as an additional module for learners who already hold a valid Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work qualification.

This short course focuses on the specific hazards associated with forestry and remote working, equipping learners with the skills and knowledge needed to respond effectively to serious injuries and medical emergencies commonly encountered in these settings. Training is practical and scenario‑based, reflecting the realities of working with machinery, tools and challenging environmental conditions.

Course content includes:

• Emergency planning and remote medical assistance
• Catastrophic bleeding control, including severe trauma
• Crush injuries
• Effects of extreme cold and environmental exposure
• Recognition and management of Lyme disease

The course aligns with the Forestry Commission First Aid Policy and is Ofqual regulated, leading to a Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid, valid for three years. Annual refresher training is recommended to maintain competence and confidence.

Training is available through bespoke, in‑house delivery, making it suitable for organisations and teams working in forestry, estates and land management roles who require targeted first aid provision in high‑risk environments.

The Life‑Threatening Bleeding Control course provides focused, practical training for managing severe external bleeding, where rapid and effective intervention may be critical to saving life. It is designed for qualified First Aiders and Emergency First Aiders working in higher‑risk environments, including estates, outdoor, technical and activity‑based settings.

This short course develops competence in recognising life‑threatening bleeding and applying appropriate control measures, including the safe use of tourniquets and haemostatic dressings. Training addresses both improvised and manufactured solutions, with clear emphasis on casualty safety and the risks associated with incorrect application. The course is highly practical and scenario‑based, reflecting real‑world emergency response.

Course content includes:

• Recognising life‑threatening external bleeding
• Control measures, equipment and current guidance
• Use of improvised and manufactured tourniquets
• Wound packing techniques and haemostatic dressings
• Casualty aftercare and management
• Risks and dangers associated with incorrect use of bleeding control equipment

The course is delivered over approximately three hours and is intended to supplement existing First Aid qualifications. Learners receive a certificate of attendance, with refresher training recommended every three years to maintain skills and confidence.

Training is available through bespoke, in‑house delivery, making it suitable for schools, trusts and organisations seeking to enhance their response to catastrophic bleeding risks identified through workplace or activity risk assessments.