❓Your First Aid Questions Answered: Everything You Need to Know Before Training

Get Ready for Your First Aid Course with Confidence

Enrolling in First aid training courses is a great step toward becoming prepared for emergencies. However, if it’s your first time taking a course, you might have a few questions about what to expect.

This guide will answer the most common questions to help you feel confident and ready before your training begins.

🗂️ Table of Contents

❓ What Is a First Aid Course?
🎓 Do I Need Prior Experience?
📅 How Long Does Training Take?
🛠️ What Should I Bring to My Training?
🤕 What Skills Will I Learn?
🔄 How Often Should I Renew My Certification?

❓ What Is a First Aid Course?

A first aid course teaches life-saving techniques that can be used in medical emergencies. Training covers:
✔ CPR and AED use
✔ How to treat wounds, burns, and fractures
✔ Choking response techniques
✔ Basic life support (BLS) and emergency response

Upon completion, you’ll receive a certification that confirms your ability to perform essential first aid.

Image caption: First aid courses provide essential life-saving skills for real-world situations.

🎓 Do I Need Prior Experience?

No prior experience is needed! First aid courses are designed for beginners and professionals alike. Our instructors will guide you through each step, ensuring you gain practical hands-on experience.

✔ Beginners welcome—no background knowledge required
✔ Training tailored for different industries (e.g., workplace safety, childcare, sports)
✔ Supportive learning environment to build confidence

If you already have some knowledge, an advanced or refresher course may be a good option.

📅 How Long Does Training Take?

The duration of First aid training courses depends on the level of training:
✔ Emergency First Aid at Work – 1-day course
✔ First Aid at Work (FAW Level 3) – 3-day course
✔ Paediatric First Aid – 2-day course

Most courses combine theory and practical hands-on exercises to ensure you’re fully prepared.

🛠️ What Should I Bring to My Training?

To get the most out of your training, make sure you:
✔ Wear comfortable clothing—you’ll be moving around for practical exercises.
✔ Bring a notebook and pen for important notes.
✔ Stay hydrated and bring a bottle of water.
✔ Have an open mind and be ready to learn hands-on skills.

Everything else, including first aid kits and training materials, will be provided during the session.

Image caption: Comfortable clothing and an open mindset help make training more effective.

🤕 What Skills Will I Learn?

By the end of your course, you will know how to:
✔ Recognize and assess medical emergencies
✔ Perform CPR and use a defibrillator (AED)
✔ Stop severe bleeding and bandage wounds
✔ Help a choking victim
✔ Respond to heart attacks, strokes, and seizures

These skills prepare you for real-world emergencies, both at home and in the workplace.

Image caption: Hands-on learning ensures you can confidently respond in emergencies.

🔄 How Often Should I Renew My Certification?

First aid certificates are valid for three years, but it’s recommended to:
✔ Take annual refresher courses to keep skills sharp
✔ Stay updated with the latest first aid guidelines
✔ Renew your full certification before it expires

Workplaces may require more frequent updates, depending on company policies.