First Aid at Work Essex
3-Day Accredited Training
If your workplace requires trained first aiders for higher-risk environments, our First Aid at Work Essex course provides the accredited training you need. This comprehensive 3-day first aid at work course in Essex equips learners with the confidence and knowledge to handle a wide range of emergencies, from minor injuries to serious medical conditions.
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Delivered by expert trainers with years of frontline experience, our First Aid at Work course Essex is designed to be practical, engaging, and compliant with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements. Whether you’re based in Colchester, Chelmsford, Braintree, or further across the county, we deliver trusted training that keeps your staff prepared and your workplace compliant.
Why Choose a First Aid at Work Course in Essex?
Not every workplace has the same level of risk, which is why training requirements vary. Some environments, like small offices or retail shops, may only need staff to complete the shorter Emergency First Aid at Work Essex course. However, workplaces with higher risks, such as factories, construction sites, warehouses, schools, leisure centres, and large organisations, require a more comprehensive programme. That’s where the First Aid at Work course Essex comes in.
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This course is specifically designed to cover a wide range of injuries, illnesses, and complex scenarios that can happen in busier or more hazardous environments. It gives participants not just the confidence to deal with minor injuries, but the advanced skills needed to respond effectively to serious medical incidents until professional help arrives.
The First Aid at Work Essex course provides:
A deeper understanding of medical conditions and workplace injuries, covering everything from asthma attacks and strokes to fractures and spinal injuries.
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Extended training over three full days (18 hours) – allowing time to practise, repeat, and refine essential life-saving skills until they become second nature.
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Accreditation at Level 3, recognised nationwide – ensuring your qualification is valid across Essex and the rest of the UK.
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Compliance with legal requirements for high-risk workplaces – meeting the standards set by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
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​Hands-on, scenario-based learning – not just theory, but practical sessions where you’ll learn CPR, use of an AED, and how to treat a wide variety of injuries and illnesses in realistic settings.
This makes the course the gold standard for workplace safety training. Designated first aiders completing this qualification will be able to handle everything from performing CPR and using a defibrillator to dealing with head injuries, major bleeds, burns, heart attacks, and more. Our qualification courses fully meet national standards, ensuring you are compliant and prepared for every scenario. In short, it equips you with the confidence to take control in emergencies, no matter how serious the situation.
Course Overview
Our First Aid at Work course in Essex is comprehensive, detailed, and designed to equip participants with a full spectrum of first aid knowledge.
Course Details:
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Level: 3 (First Aid at Work)
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Duration: 3 days (18 hours total)
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Blended Option: 1 day online + 2 days classroom learning
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Location: Colchester venue or delivered on-site across Essex
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Price: £1,150 per group day rate
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Certificate: Accredited and valid for 3 years
What You’ll Learn:
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The role and responsibilities of a first aider
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Primary survey and assessing incidents safely
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CPR for adults and the use of an AED (defibrillator)
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Recovery position and managing an unconscious casualty
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Treating choking, bleeding, burns, and fractures
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Major medical conditions such as strokes, seizures, heart attacks, asthma, and diabetes
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Workplace illnesses, injuries, and record-keeping requirements
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Managing head, neck, and spinal injuries
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Shock, anaphylaxis, poisoning, and allergic reactions
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Incident reporting and workplace risk awareness
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Unlike shorter courses, this 3-day First Aid at Work Essex programme go into detail on a much wider range of scenarios. By the end of the training, learners will feel fully equipped to step in during emergencies of all types.
Who Should Take This Course?
The First Aid at Work course Colchester and Essex-wide is ideal for:
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Designated first aiders in higher-risk workplaces
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Employers with more than 25 staff or complex work environments
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Staff working in construction, manufacturing, logistics, or heavy industry
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Schools, colleges, and organisations with duty of care for large groups
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Community groups or venues with higher public footfall
If your workplace requires a qualified first aider on site, this course ensures you meet compliance standards while giving staff life-saving skills.
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Flexible Training Options
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We know that every organisation is different, which is why we offer flexible training formats:
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Classroom Learning (3 days): Ideal for immersive, face-to-face training with full practical assessment.
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Blended Learning (1 day online + 2 days classroom): Perfect for workplaces looking to reduce time away from duties while still achieving a full First Aid at Work training qualification.
This flexibility means you can fit the course around your business needs without compromising on the quality or depth of training.
Why Book with Essex First Aid and Wellbeing?
Choosing the right provider for your First Aid at Work course in Essex is just as important as the course itself. At Essex First Aid and Wellbeing, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, professional training with a personal touch.
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Expert Trainers: Led by Wes and a team with backgrounds in lifeguarding, fire service, and sports development.
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Tailored Content: We adapt training scenarios to reflect the real risks your team might face and can include fire safety awareness as part of workplace sessions.
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Practical Learning: Lots of hands-on practice, not just theory.
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Affordable Pricing: £1,150 for group bookings of up to 12, with flexible options for site training for groups at your workplace.
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Local Coverage: Based in Colchester, but delivering courses across Essex, from Chelmsford to Brentwood and Braintree.
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Trusted by Employers: We’ve worked with schools, construction firms, local councils, and community organisations across the region.
Our goal is simple: to ensure every learner leaves with confidence, competence, and the skills to act decisively in an emergency.
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Looking for shorter or specialised training?
Not every workplace requires the full First Aid at Work Essex course, and we understand that different organisations have different needs. That’s why Essex First Aid and Wellbeing also offers shorter and more specialised training options to ensure you always have the right level of cover.
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Emergency First Aid at Work Essex – This 1-day emergency first aid at work course is perfect for lower-risk environments such as offices, retail shops, small businesses, and community groups. It covers the core essentials like CPR, AED use, and treating choking or bleeding, making it an efficient option for workplaces that don’t require the extended 3-day programme. For many small employers, this course provides exactly the level of compliance needed without taking staff away from work for several days.
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Paediatric First Aid Essex – This course is tailored for those working with babies and children, such as nursery staff, teachers, childminders, and after-school club leaders. Covering everything from childhood illnesses to choking and injuries, the Paediatric First Aid course meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements. Parents and carers also find this training invaluable, as it builds confidence to respond to emergencies involving children of all ages.
Not every workplace requires the full First Aid at Work Essex course, and we understand that different organisations have different needs. That’s why Essex First Aid and Wellbeing also offers shorter and more specialised training options, which can include Emergency First Aid, to ensure you always have the right level of cover.
Course Benefits
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Meets HSE workplace requirements for higher-risk environments
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Accredited Level 3 qualification valid for 3 years
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Covers a wide range of first aid situations, not just the basic
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Builds confidence through realistic scenarios and practical assessments
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Flexible learning options to suit your team
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Recognised by employers across Essex and the UK
Booking Your Course
Booking your place is simple. You can book as an individual or secure a group booking at a discounted day rate.
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Group Day Rate: £1,150 (up to 12 learners)
Book your First Aid at Work Essex course today or call our team to discuss your training needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Train Your Workplace?
Don’t leave workplace safety to chance. Our First Aid at Work Essex training ensures your staff are equipped with life-saving skills and your business is fully compliant.
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Book your course now and join hundreds of businesses across Essex who trust Essex First Aid and Wellbeing for their training needs.