How long is the First Aid for Teachers course in Cardiff?

The course runs for 6 hours (1 day) in Cardiff. It is a practical, hands-on programme designed to fit into teacher INSET days or twilight sessions.

Who should attend the school first aid course in Cardiff?

It is ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, office staff, pastoral staff, PE teachers, trip leaders and anyone responsible for pupil welfare in Cardiff schools.

Does this course meet DfE guidance for schools in Cardiff?

Yes. The Cardiff programme aligns with DfE First aid in schools guidance and covers the key topics schools are expected to address.

What topics are covered on the Teachers First Aid course in Cardiff?

Attendees learn how to respond to an unresponsive casualty, perform CPR, manage choking, asthma, anaphylaxis, seizures, head injuries, bleeding, burns, fractures and diabetic emergencies in a school setting.

How long is the certificate valid for?

Your certificate is valid for 3 years. We recommend an annual refresher to keep your skills sharp and your confidence high.

Is first aid training a legal requirement for Cardiff schools?

DfE guidance expects schools to have appropriate first aid provision. Our course gives staff the practical skills to meet that expectation.

Can the course be delivered at our school in Cardiff?

Yes. We can run the training on your school premises in Cardiff for groups of staff, minimising disruption to the school day.

How is this different from EFAW or Paediatric First Aid?

First Aid for Teachers focuses on the injuries and illnesses most common in school-age children and the school environment, bridging workplace and paediatric needs.

How many staff can attend a course in Cardiff?

We can train up to 12 staff per session in Cardiff, or run multiple sessions to cover larger teams.

Are there public courses near me in Cardiff?

Yes. We run regular open courses in Cardiff that individuals or small groups can book onto.

When should Cardiff school staff renew their training?

Staff should renew every three years, with annual refresher sessions strongly encouraged in between.

Do PE teachers need anything extra in Cardiff?

The standard course covers sports-related injuries. If your school has specific high-risk activities, bespoke add-ons can be arranged in Cardiff.

What do attendees need to bring to the Cardiff course?

Just comfortable clothing and a notepad. All training equipment and course materials are provided at the Cardiff venue.

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Cardiff first aid course venues

Mercure Cardiff North

Circle Way East, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff

CF23 9XF

Train

Crwys Road railway station (48 min walk)
Public transport

Queenwood (5 min walk)

First aid training across Cardiff and surrounding areas

Learners regularly travel in from across the region.

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Why Train in Cardiff?

Cardiff is the capital of Wales and the commercial, media and public sector heart of the South Wales region, with major NHS, Welsh Government, university, BBC Cymru Wales, financial services, retail and hospitality employers concentrated in the city centre, Cardiff Bay and the M4 corridor. Training Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) locally — at the Mercure Cardiff North on Circle Way East (CF23 9XF), just off Junction 30 of the M4 — keeps staff inside the CF postcode area, saves cross-border travel time, and lets us deliver on-site closed courses across the wider South Wales region for groups of 6 or more.

As the capital of Wales, Cardiff boasts a dynamic economy ranging from major public services and financial institutions to a burgeoning media sector. For all Welsh businesses, fulfilling the first-aid duties mandated by the HSE is a crucial legal obligation to protect both staff and the public.

Getting here

Cardiff is one of the best-connected cities in Wales. Cardiff Central is a major rail hub with direct services to London Paddington (around 1h50), Bristol, Manchester and the South West, while Cardiff Queen Street serves the Valleys lines. By road the city sits directly on the M4, with the A470 running north into the Valleys and the A4232 (Peripheral Distributor Road) wrapping around the south and west. The Mercure Cardiff North training venue is just off Junction 30 of the M4 with free on-site parking, and the Queenwood bus stop is a 5-minute walk away.

Onsite first aid training in Cardiff — workplace EFAW for your team

We run onsite first aid training across Cardiff and the surrounding area — your venue, your team, your schedule.

Cardiff and the surrounding South Wales area is home to a large network of primary, secondary, SEN, and independent schools, with school staff teams working across Cardiff and the surrounding area. Our Cardiff First Aid for Teachers course gives school staff the confidence to manage classroom, playground, and school trip incidents including unresponsive casualties, CPR, choking, asthma attacks, anaphylaxis, seizures, head injuries, bleeding, burns, and fractures. Delivered in one day (6 hours) by experienced tutors, sessions can be held at your school anywhere in Cardiff and South Wales.

Industries we train across Cardiff

Industries we train in

• Financial and Professional Services
• Creative Industries and Media
• Life Sciences
• Public Sector and Government
• Tourism and Events
• Logistics

Local employers we've worked with

• Welsh Government
• BBC Cymru Wales
• Admiral Group
• Cardiff University
• Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
• Cardiff Council
• Deloitte
• Legal & General
• Principality Building Society

Course overview

Course overview — First Aid for Teachers

Tailored first aid training for educational professionals

Duration

1 day (6 hours)

Certificate

3 years

Level

Level 3 / Professional

Class size

Maximum 12 learners

Assessment

Practical + Short MCQ

Delivery

In-person

What you'll learn

Age-Appropriate CPR

Adult, child and infant CPR with AED use.

Choking Response

Techniques tailored to babies, children and adults in school settings.

Asthma & Anaphylaxis

Inhaler use, EpiPen administration and follow-up care.

Head Injuries

Recognition, monitoring and parental handover after playground incidents.

Fractures, Sprains & Strains

Common PE and playground injuries — immobilise and refer.

Seizures & Febrile Convulsions

Safe response and recognising warning signs.

Diabetic Emergencies

Recognising and treating hypo/hyperglycaemia in children.

Safeguarding Awareness

Recognising and recording concerns alongside first aid response.

What's included

Qualified instructor with school experience
All training equipment
3-year certificate (course dependent)
School-focused course manual
Small class sizes (maximum 12 learners)
Same-day digital certificate where possible, with a printable PDF to follow
Free re-sit if you don't pass first time

Who it's for

EYFS teachers and nursery staff

Mandatory paediatric first aid training under the EYFS Statutory Framework.

Primary school teachers and TAs

Practical age-appropriate first aid for playground, classroom and trips.

Secondary school staff

Adult-focused first aid for older pupils, PE, science labs and DT workshops.

School business managers

Plan whole-school first aid cover and meet statutory requirements.

After-school and breakfast club staff

Mixed-age cover with paediatric-aware techniques.

Childminders working with school-age children

Maintains Ofsted-aligned first aid cover.

Course syllabus

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Last reviewed: June 2026

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