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

The course runs for 6 hours (1 day) in Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh?

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

Does this course meet DfE guidance for schools in Edinburgh?

Yes. The Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

Yes. We can run the training on your school premises in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

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

Are there public courses near me in Edinburgh?

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

When should Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

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

What do attendees need to bring to the Edinburgh course?

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

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Edinburgh first aid course venues

British Red Cross Centre

6 Redheughs Rigg, South Gyle, Edinburgh

EH12 9DQ

Train

South Gyle (15 min walk)
Public transport

Gyle Centre (11 min walk), Redheughs Avenue (6 min walk)
Parking

YourParkingSpace (3 min walk), HSBC parking (9 min walk)

First aid training across Edinburgh and surrounding areas

Learners regularly travel in from across the region.

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Why Train in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh's economy spans Scotland's financial services heartland, a world-renowned tourism and festival sector, major universities, NHS Lothian, and growing logistics hubs around Edinburgh Airport and the M8. Choosing a local EFAW provider means your first-aid training reflects the real risks your staff face — whether that's a medical emergency in a busy Princes Street hotel, an incident at a university laboratory, or a workplace accident at a warehouse near the Gyle. Our trainers know the city and the Lothians, delivering recognised, practical courses that keep your organisation compliant and your people confident.

As Scotland capital, Edinburgh has a prestigious, service-led economy centred on finance, tourism and a rapidly growing tech sector. Under UK law, all employers have a legal duty to provide for the immediate care of staff, making first-aid training a vital part of business in the city.

Getting here

Our Edinburgh training centre is located at 6 Redheughs Rigg, EH12 9DQ, in the South Gyle area just west of the city centre and close to Edinburgh Airport. The nearest train station is South Gyle, a 15-minute walk away, with regular services to Edinburgh Waverley, Haymarket, and Glasgow Queen Street. Edinburgh Trams stop at Gyle Centre, an 11-minute walk from the venue, providing a direct link to the city centre and the airport. Local bus services run along Redheughs Avenue, just 6 minutes away on foot. For drivers, the venue is easily accessed from the M8 (J1), the A720 City Bypass, and the A90, with paid parking available nearby via YourParkingSpace and at the HSBC car park. Delegates travelling from Livingston, Glasgow, or Fife will find the South Gyle location particularly convenient.

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

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

Edinburgh and the surrounding the Lothians area is home to a large network of primary, secondary, SEN, and independent schools, with school staff teams working across Edinburgh and the surrounding area. Our Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Industries we train across Edinburgh

Industries we train in

• Financial Services
• Tourism and Hospitality
• Technology and Software
• Higher Education and Research
• Public Administration
• Life Sciences

Local employers we've worked with

• Scottish Government
• NatWest Group (formerly RBS)
• Baillie Gifford
• University of Edinburgh
• NHS Lothian
• City of Edinburgh Council
• Standard Life Aberdeen (abrdn)
• Skyscanner
• Cirrus Logic

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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Our training content is reviewed by experienced first aid instructors and training specialists to ensure accuracy, relevance and alignment with current workplace first aid guidance, the Resuscitation Council UK 2025 Guidelines and HSE L74 first aid regulations.

Last reviewed: June 2026

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