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TRAINING COURSES

Castle First Aid Training provides accredited first aid training across Warwickshire and the surrounding areas. Our courses can be delivered at your workplace, school, or organisation, offering convenient and practical training designed to equip participants with the skills and confidence needed to respond effectively in emergency situations.

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We offer a range of courses including adult and paediatric first aid, workplace first aid, AED (defibrillator) training, and health and safety awareness. Our training courses are all developed by the awarding body ProTrainings and they meet current HSE guidelines where required, helping businesses, schools, and organisations remain compliant while ensuring their teams are prepared when it matters most.

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Take a look at our training courses below. We can also tailor courses specifically to your workplace or organisation - please get in touch to find out more.

First Aid Kit

FIRST AID AT WORK 18 HOUR LEVEL 3 (VTQ)

This comprehensive 3-day First Aid at Work Level 3 (VTQ) qualification (FAW) is ideal for most businesses whose risk assessment has identified that they require a fully trained first aider for their workplace.

 

All courses are delivered, evaluated and quality assured to meet the new guidelines and meet the requirements of the First Aid at Work (First Aid) regulations 1981 and subsequent changes.

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During the course, participants will learn:

  • Roles and responsibilities of a first aider

  • Incident assessment and casualty management

  • Adult CPR and use of an AED

  • Choking and breathing emergencies

  • Severe bleeding and shock

  • Burns, fractures, and head injuries

  • Seizures, strokes, and heart attacks

  • Minor injuries and workplace illnesses
     

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Level 3 First Aid at Work (VTQ) certificate, valid for 3 years.

Emergency First Aid at Work

EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK 6 HOUR LEVEL 3 (VTQ)

UPCOMING COURSE DATE 17TH AUGUST 2026 - GET IN TOUCH TO BOOK.

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This 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 (VTQ) qualification (EFAW) is ideal for businesses with a relatively low number of employees on-site, especially in low-risk environments.

 

This qualification covers all the core competencies outlined by the HSE, making it an acceptable workplace first aid certification. Completing this course qualifies you to be an appointed first aider in the workplace. It meets HSE workplace first aid requirements and aligns with the latest UK Resuscitation Council guidelines.

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Topics covered include:

  • The role of the emergency first aider

  • Assessing an incident and managing casualties

  • CPR for adults and the safe use of an AED

  • Choking management

  • Control of bleeding

  • Shock recognition and treatment

  • Minor injuries such as cuts, burns, and bruises
     

After successful completion, learners will receive a Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (VTQ) certificate, valid for 3 years.

Paediatric First Aid Training

PAEDIATRIC FIRST AID - 12 HOUR INFANT/CHILD LEVEL 3 (VTQ)

This 2-day Paediatric First Aid course is designed for individuals who care for infants and children, including childminders, nursery staff, teachers, and childcare professionals. The course meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
 

Learners will gain the practical skills and knowledge required to deal with medical emergencies involving babies and children, ensuring they can respond confidently and effectively in a childcare setting.
 

Topics covered include:

  • Roles and responsibilities of the paediatric first aider

  • Assessing emergency situations

  • Infant and child CPR

  • Choking in babies and children

  • Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis

  • Bleeding, burns, and fractures

  • Seizures, asthma attacks, and meningitis awareness

  • Head injuries and unconscious casualties
     

On successful completion, learners will receive a Level 3 Paediatric First Aid (VTQ) certificate, valid for 3 years.

CPR First Aid Training

FIRST AID AT WORK REQUALIFICATION - 12 HOUR LEVEL 3 (VTQ)

This 2-day requalification course is designed for individuals who already hold a valid First Aid at Work certificate that is due to expire. It allows qualified workplace first aiders to refresh and update their knowledge while maintaining compliance with workplace first aid regulations.

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The course revisits essential life-saving skills and updates learners on current best practice, ensuring they remain confident and capable of responding to workplace emergencies.

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The course includes:

  • Incident assessment and casualty management

  • Adult CPR and AED use

  • Choking and breathing emergencies

  • Bleeding and shock management

  • Major injuries and medical conditions

  • Workplace illness and injury response
     

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a renewed Level 3 First Aid at Work (VTQ) certificate, valid for another 3 years.

First Aid Training

FIRST AID REFRESHER - 4 HOUR (VTQ)

This half-day refresher course is ideal for qualified first aiders who want to keep their skills sharp between full certification courses. It helps reinforce key techniques and build confidence in responding to emergency situations.
 

The course provides practical revision of core first aid skills and ensures participants remain prepared to act quickly and effectively when needed.
 

Refresher topics typically include:

  • Incident assessment and scene safety

  • CPR practice and AED familiarisation

  • Choking response

  • Bleeding control

  • Recovery position

  • Managing unconscious casualties
     

Participants will receive a First Aid Refresher (VTQ) certificate on completion.

CPR First Aid Training

CPR / BLS & AED FOR ADULTS – 4 HOUR LEVEL 2

This short but essential course teaches the life-saving skills required to respond to cardiac emergencies in adults. It is ideal for workplaces, community groups, fitness professionals, and individuals who want to learn how to respond quickly during a cardiac arrest.

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The training focuses on practical skills and confidence-building through hands-on practice with CPR manikins and AED trainers.

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Topics covered include:

  • Recognising cardiac arrest

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) procedures

  • Adult CPR techniques

  • Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

  • Managing an unresponsive casualty

  • Recovery position
     

Learners who successfully complete the course will receive a Level 2 CPR / BLS and AED certificate.

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MINI MEDICS FIRST AID COURSE - 3 HOURS

The Mini Medics first aid course is perfect for schools and after school clubs, but they can also be held within your local community over the weekends or during the school holidays. This course is the perfect introduction of first aid to children, giving them the essential skills and confidence to help look after this own physical health, and help others around them.

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Some of the topics covered:

  • What is First Aid?

  • First Aid kits

  • Recovery position

  • Resuscitation (CPR)

  • Wounds and bleeding

  • Choking

  • Asthma

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Please note that the Mini Medics courses are unregulated.

BESPOKE COURSES

We offer fully bespoke first aid training courses tailored to the needs of any business. Whether you require a completely new course built around your specific environment or want to enhance an existing accredited qualification with additional, relevant content, we can design training that fits perfectly. Our goal is to ensure every session is practical, engaging, and directly applicable to your workplace. If you’d like to explore your options or discuss how we can support your team, please get in touch - we’re always happy to help.

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Below are just some of the different industries / areas we specialise in:

Scrum in Rugby

RUGBY CLUBS

Red Harvester Tractor

FARMERS

Forestry

FORESTRY

Pharmacist at Work

PHARMACISTS

Soccer Coaching Session

SCHOOLS & TEACHERS

Cyclist in Action

CYCLISTS

Hiking Shoes Outdoors

OUTDOOR PURSUITS

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HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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