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First aid guides
Clear answers on UK first aid qualifications, costs, legal basics and how to book training near you — then jump to local course pages when you are ready.
How to book a first aid course near you
Step-by-step: choose the right UK first aid qualification, find local providers on Book First Aid, and request a place free — including workplace and on-site options.
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EFAW vs FAW — which first aid course do you need?
Compare Emergency First Aid at Work and First Aid at Work: duration, depth, who each suits, and how UK employers should choose after a needs assessment.
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First aid at work legal requirements for UK employers
UK employers must provide adequate first aid under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. Needs assessments, first aiders, and how to book training.
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How long is a first aid certificate valid in the UK?
Most UK workplace first aid certificates (EFAW and FAW) last three years. Learn renewal timing, HSE refresher advice, and how to book requalification.
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How much does a first aid course cost in the UK?
Typical UK first aid course prices: EFAW often £80–£150, FAW higher, specialist outdoor and paediatric courses vary. What drives cost and how to get a quote.
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Outdoor First Aid vs Forest School First Aid
Outdoor First Aid focuses on delayed help in remote settings; Forest School First Aid adds paediatric outdoor content for leaders working with children.
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Paediatric First Aid for childcare settings
Paediatric first aid for nurseries, childminders and childcare staff: what it covers, how it relates to Ofsted expectations, and how to book near you.
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What is Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)?
EFAW is the standard one-day UK workplace first aid qualification for lower-risk environments. Learn who needs it, how long it lasts, and how to book.
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