First Aid FAQs | Courses in Portsmouth & Hampshire

First Aid Training in Portsmouth | Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you’re booking a course for your workplace, refreshing your own skills, or just curious about first aid training in Portsmouth, we’ve answered the most common questions from learners across Portsmouth, Havant, Fareham, Gosport, Isle of Wight, Chichester, and Southampton.

Our mission is to make first aid training simple, practical, and stress-free, so you can attend with confidence and leave ready to respond effectively in an emergency.

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0 What is first aid training?

First aid training teaches you the skills and confidence to respond to injuries, medical emergencies, or life threatening situations, ensuring you can provide immediate help while waiting for emergency services.

1 How long does first aid training last?

Most first aid courses last 1 day (such as Emergency First Aid at Work). Full First Aid at Work courses take 3 days, and Paediatric First Aid takes 12 hours (typically blended learning).

2 How long is the first aid training certification valid for?

Most first aid certificates are valid for 3 years. After this time, you must complete a requalification or full course again to stay compliant.

3 How long does first aid training take?

Training duration depends on the course:

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW): 1 day
First Aid at Work (FAW): 3 days
FAW Requalification: 2 days
Paediatric First Aid: 12 hours (6 hours online + 6 hours classroom)
Basic Life Support (BLS) & AED: Half day

4 How often should first aid training be refreshed?

HSE recommends a refresher every year to keep skills sharp. Certificates must be fully renewed every 3 years.

5 What does first aid training include?

Depending on your course, you may learn:

CPR and safe AED use
Managing an unresponsive casualty
Choking, bleeding, burns
Seizures, shock, medical emergencies
Workplace incident management
Paediatric specific emergencies (for childcare courses)

6 Should first aid training include CPR?

Yes, every accredited first aid course includes CPR, including CPR for adults, children, or infants depending on the course type.

7 What do you learn in first aid training?

You’ll learn how to:

Assess an emergency safely
Give CPR Use a defibrillator (AED)
Treat bleeding, burns, fractures, and shock
Support someone who is choking or unconscious
Respond to workplace or childcare emergencies

8 What should I wear to first aid training?

Wear comfortable clothing suitable for kneeling, bending, and practical activities (e.g., jeans, joggers, t-shirt). Avoid skirts, heels, or restrictive clothing.

9 How to get first aid training?

You can book online through an accredited provider like First Aid Course Portsmouth or arrange onsite training for 6+ delegates at your workplace.

10 How much does first aid training cost?

Prices vary depending on the course and provider, but typical costs are £95 - £110 per delegate for the emergency first aid at work course in Portsmouth.

Group/onsite courses offer better value per delegate.