Emergency First Aid for Schools
Every school must be ready to respond quickly and effectively when an accident or emergency occurs. Whether it involves a pupil, staff member, or visitor, having trained personnel on-site to deliver immediate first aid is vital for safety and compliance.
This Emergency First Aid for Schools course is designed for teachers, support staff, and anyone responsible for pupil welfare. It covers the most common first aid situations in schools and gives learners the confidence and practical skills to respond appropriately.
The training meets the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW). It is also tailored to the specific risks and responsibilities found within educational settings. As a result, it helps schools meet their statutory first aid duties under health and safety law and Department for Education (DfE) guidance. In addition, schools caring for children under five may need to meet OFSTED’s paediatric first aid standards. For this reason, we also offer the full OFSTED-compliant Paediatric First Aid course. It can be delivered separately or combined with this training for a complete approach to child safety and care
What You Will Learn
By the end of this Emergency First Aid for Schools course, you will be able to:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a school-based first aider.
- Manage an emergency situation calmly and effectively.
- Conduct a primary assessment of a casualty and take appropriate action.
- Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to an adult, child, or pupil.
- Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) confidently and safely.
- Place an unresponsive casualty in the recovery position.
- Recognise and respond to a choking incident.
- Provide effective treatment for external bleeding, wounds, and minor injuries.
- Understand how to treat burns, scalds, and injuries caused by playground accidents.
- Recognise signs of medical emergencies including asthma attacks, allergic reactions, diabetic episodes, and seizures.
- Communicate effectively with casualties and emergency services.
- Maintain accurate records and understand the importance of incident reporting.
- Understand the importance of infection control and hygiene in first aid situations.
Certification
Successful candidates will receive a nationally recognised certificate in Emergency First Aid for Schools, valid for three years and demonstrating compliance with statutory first aid training requirements in educational settings.
