Emergency First Aid at Work Essex Accredited Training
Book your Emergency First Aid at Work course in Essex today and gain the essential life-saving aid skills every workplace needs. This accredited 1-day emergency first aid at work training course gives you the knowledge and skills to confidently deal with real emergencies, ensuring full workplace compliance and peace of mind.
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At Essex First Aid and Wellbeing, we specialise in providing practical, engaging, and fully accredited training across Essex. Whether you’re booking as an individual or arranging group training for your staff, our Emergency First Aid at Work Essex course (also called EFAW) is designed to give learners everything they need to act quickly and effectively when it matters most.
Why Take an Emergency First Aid at Work Course?
Emergency situations can happen at any time, in any working environment. From sudden illness to unexpected accidents, having a trained first aider on site is a legal requirement for many employers. But beyond compliance, investing in an EFAW course near me ensures you and your colleagues feel confident, supported, and capable of helping in a crisis.
This one day emergency first aid course is perfect for:
Small to medium-sized businesses that need trained first aiders
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Organisations where staff need a 1 day emergency first aid training solution rather than the full 3-day First Aid at Work
Individuals looking to improve their personal skills and employability
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Schools, gyms, community groups, and childcare providers requiring basic workplace first aid compliance
With just 6 hours of engaging, hands-on training, you’ll walk away with a nationally recognised EFAW training qualification, valid for three year
Course Overview
Our Emergency First Aid at Work Essex course is designed to be interactive, practical, and confidence-building. You won’t just sit in a classroom listening to theory – whether at your workplace or one of our dedicated training centres in Essex, you’ll get the chance to practise the skills that make a real difference in life-threatening situations.
Course Details:
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Level: 3 (Emergency First Aid at Work, EFAW)
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Duration: 1 day (6 hours)
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Location: Essex (Colchester venue or on-site at your workplace)
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Price: £80 per person OR £400 per group day rate
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Certificate: Accredited and valid for 3 years
What You’ll Learn:
This 1 day emergency first aid at work training course covers:
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Understanding the role of a workplace first aider
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Assessing incidents and ensuring personal safety
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CPR and safe use of an AED (defibrillator)
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Managing an unconscious casualty
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Treating choking incidents
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Control of severe bleeding and shock
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Burns, cuts, wounds, and minor injuries
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Dealing with workplace illnesses (asthma, epilepsy, diabetes, etc.)
By the end of the course, learners will be able to act with confidence in real emergencies, providing essential life-saving interventions until professional help arrives.
Why Choose Essex First Aid and Wellbeing?
When searching for an Emergency First Aid at Work training course in Essex, you want more than a tick-box certificate. At Essex First Aid and Wellbeing, our training is designed to be memorable, practical, and relevant to your everyday environment.
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Experienced Trainers: Courses led by Wes and a team with backgrounds in lifeguarding, sports development, and the fire service.
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Flexible Training Options: Book a public course in Colchester or arrange a private group session anywhere in Essex.
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Affordable Pricing: £80pp or just £400 per group – ideal for businesses and schools.
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Hands-On Learning: Real scenarios, interactive practice, and supportive instruction.
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Compliance Guaranteed: Meets HSE workplace requirements and provides a recognised EFAW certificate.
Our reputation across Essex is built on trust, quality, and results. From Colchester to Chelmsford, Braintree to Brentwood, businesses and individuals rely on us for their first aid at work one day course.
Looking for more advanced training?
While our Emergency First Aid at Work Essex course is the ideal choice for many workplaces, some environments require a higher level of training. That’s why at Essex First Aid and Wellbeing, we also offer additional accredited courses to suit a wider range of needs.
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First Aid at Work (FAW) – This is a 3-day comprehensive first aid training programme designed for higher-risk workplaces such as factories, construction sites, warehouses, and large organisations. The course goes beyond the essentials, covering serious injuries, illnesses, and more complex emergencies. If your workplace has significant health and safety risks, this is the course that ensures your designated first aiders are fully prepared for all situations.
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Paediatric First Aid – Specifically designed for those working with children and babies, this 2-day paediatric first aid training course is perfect for nurseries, schools, after-school clubs, and childminders. It meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements, giving parents and employers peace of mind that carers are confident and capable of handling both everyday accidents and more serious incidents involving children.
By offering these options alongside our 1 day emergency first aid at work training course, we make sure that whatever your environment – from an office in Colchester to a nursery in Chelmsford – you can access the right level of training for your staff. Many of our clients even combine the EFAW with paediatric or FAW courses to ensure they cover every scenario.
Who Should Attend the Emergency First Aid at Work Essex Course?
The EFAW course near me is ideal for:
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Office staff and retail employees
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School teachers and support staff
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Gym instructors and fitness professionals
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Event organisers and hospitality workers
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Volunteers, community workers, and self-employed professionals
Essentially, anyone who might face an emergency at work can benefit from this one day first aid course.
Course Benefits
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Confidence: Learn how to stay calm and take control of emergencies.
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Compliance: Meet legal obligations for first aiders in low-risk workplaces.
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Recognition: Receive a nationally accredited certificate valid for 3 years.
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Practical Skills: Gain hands-on practice in CPR, AED use, bleeding control, and more.
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Flexibility: Choose from open courses in Colchester or group bookings across Essex.
Booking Your Course
Booking our Essex first aid at work Essex training is simple. You can book as an individual or secure a group booking at a fixed rate.
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Individuals: £80pp
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Group Day Rate: £450 (ideal for businesses and schools, regardless of class size up to 12)
Book your Emergency First Aid at Work course here or call us today for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Book Your EFAW Training?
Don’t wait until an emergency happens. Make sure your staff, colleagues, or team members are prepared.
With Essex First Aid and Wellbeing, you’re not just meeting workplace requirements – you’re equipping people with life-saving skills.
Book your Emergency First Aid at Work Essex course today and join hundreds of local businesses, schools, and individuals who trust us for their 1 day first aid training.