What qualification is the First Aid at Work course in Glasgow?

It is our First Aid at Work course — the higher-tier workplace first aid training, accepted by HSE, the Care Inspectorate and Education Scotland. Once trained, you will be First Aid at Work qualified.

How long is a First Aid at Work course?

The full First Aid at Work course is 3 days / 18 contact hours (typically Monday–Wednesday, 09:00–16:30). A 2-day First Aid at Work Requalification is available for learners renewing an in-date certificate. If your team is based around the IFSD and Broomielaw or elsewhere in Glasgow, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

What is the difference between First Aid at Work and Emergency First Aid at Work?

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) is a 1-day (6-hour) course suited to low-hazard workplaces such as offices and small retail sites. First Aid at Work (FAW) is a 3-day (18-hour) course required for higher-risk environments — engineering, manufacturing, shipbuilding, warehousing and construction — and covers a much wider range of injuries and medical emergencies. Most of our first aid at work learners in Glasgow come from teams around Pacific Quay employers — book here and we'll run the session at a venue close by.

How long is the First Aid at Work certificate valid for?

Certificates are valid for 3 years from the date of issue. HSE strongly recommends an annual half-day refresher to keep skills current, and a 2-day First Aid at Work Requalification before the 3-year expiry date to renew the certificate. We deliver this first aid at work course in Glasgow regularly, with classroom dates near the IFSD and Broomielaw for employers across Scotland.

What does the First Aid at Work course cover?

Primary and secondary survey, adult CPR and AED use, choking, recovery position, severe bleeding and shock, burns, fractures, head and spinal injuries, chest, abdominal and pelvic injuries, poisoning, anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetic emergencies, seizures, minor injuries and unresponsive casualty management. Our Glasgow schedule runs alongside cohorts in nearby Scotland towns, so you can pick whichever date suits your shift pattern around Hillington and the M8 corridor.

Is a First Aid at Work qualified first aider a legal requirement?

Under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, every employer must complete a first-aid needs assessment and provide adequate trained personnel. For higher-risk workplaces in Glasgow — Hillington, Cambuslang, Eurocentral, shipbuilding on the Clyde, manufacturing, warehousing and construction — the 3-day First Aid at Work course is normally the appropriate standard.

How much is a First Aid at Work course in Glasgow?

On-site group training at your Glasgow premises — the IFSD, Hillington Park, Cambuslang, Eurocentral, Clydebank, Paisley or East Kilbride — is usually the most cost-effective option from around 4 learners upwards. Public seats at partner venues in central Scotland are shown live on the booking page; request a quote for an on-site figure.

Can you fail the First Aid at Work course?

There is no traditional "pass or fail" exam, but learners must demonstrate competence in practical skills (CPR, recovery position, bleeding control, casualty management) and pass short written question papers. Trainers coach learners throughout the 3 days so most pass on the day. Our Glasgow schedule runs alongside cohorts in nearby Scotland towns, so you can pick whichever date suits your shift pattern around Hillington and the M8 corridor.

Can I do the First Aid at Work course online?

No. The full First Aid at Work course must be delivered face-to-face so practical skills can be properly assessed. A small element may be delivered as pre-course e-learning on blended versions, but the assessment is always in-person. Public Glasgow dates near Hillington and the M8 corridor fill quickly — book early or request an in-house session for your Scotland team.

Where are the Glasgow First Aid at Work courses held?

We deliver on-site First Aid at Work courses at your Glasgow premises (we just need a quiet room and floor space for CPR practice) and run public seats at partner training venues across central Scotland — visible on the booking page.

Can you train first aiders at Hillington, Eurocentral and on the Clyde?

Yes – we have extensive experience training first aiders for engineering, advanced manufacturing, shipbuilding, marine engineering and logistics employers at Hillington Park, Cambuslang, Eurocentral, on the Clyde and along the M8/M74 corridors.

How do I book a Glasgow First Aid at Work course?

Choose your preferred Glasgow / central-Scotland 3-day First Aid at Work date on the booking page, enter attendee details and pay securely online. You will receive instant confirmation and joining instructions by email. For on-site quotes, use the enquiry form on this page.

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First Aid at Work Course in Glasgow

Get First Aid at Work qualified in Glasgow with our 3-day, 18-hour course — valid for 3 years. We deliver public First Aid at Work courses in central Scotland and on-site group training across the IFSD financial district, Hillington, Eurocentral, Cambuslang, Clydebank, Paisley, East Kilbride and the wider Clyde Valley for financial services, engineering, manufacturing, shipbuilding, public sector and logistics employers.

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