Help First Aid Training

02/04/2026

A real-life reminder of how incredibly vital first aid skills can be ❤️

A security guard has been praised after saving a toddler’s life using CPR – proving that in an emergency, knowing what to do can mean everything.

Situations like this can happen anywhere, at any time. Would you know what to do?

Learning CPR and first aid isn’t just a qualification – it’s a life-saving skill that gives you the confidence to act when it matters most.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cre18pzr1nvo

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Molly Haggarth, who works in South Bank, urges everyone to learn first aid for children.

01/04/2026

If you’re a construction business relying on CITB funding for training, there have been some important changes implemented this year.

We’ve broken it all down in our latest blog so you know exactly what’s changed and how to access support

https://helpfirstaidtraining.co.uk/news/citb-funding-changes-2026-what-it-means-for-first-aid-training

Need some first aid advice? Get in touch we'd love to hear from you!

Confused about CITB funding in 2026? Learn which courses are still funded and how to access support for first aid for mental health and fire warden training.

31/03/2026

Our learners have been getting hands-on with CPR and defibrillator training as part of their First Aid at Work course. ❤️

We’ve been focusing on the updated defibrillator pad placement guidance in line with the latest 2026 recommendations from HSE and Resus Council UK—making sure our learners are confident, capable, and up to date with current best practice.

Great work from everyone involved 👏

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30/03/2026

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27/03/2026

Five Star Friday! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Our instructors work really hard to put all of our learners at ease and to ensure that everyone leaves their course feeling confident in their first aid skills. Thank you Chelsey! 🙏

26/03/2026

Seeing someone having a seizure can be a very worrying experience.
Knowing what to do can help you to feel more prepared and less likely to panic.
This Purple Day, we're focussing on how some basic first aid skills can offer help and support to someone who is suffering a seizure.

Learn how to give first aid for seizures & epilepsy, including absence and major seizures. Step-by-step advice and symptoms. Training in Shildon, County Durham.

19/03/2026

Questions about first aid training? We’ve got you covered!

We’ve just launched a brand new FAQ page on our website to give you quick, clear answers to the things people ask us most — from course details and compliancy to making a booking and certification.

Whether you're a business booking training or an individual looking to learn life-saving skills, it’s a great place to start.

👉 Take a look: https://helpfirstaidtraining.co.uk/frequently-asked-questions

If you can’t find what you’re looking for, we're always happy to help, get in touch; info@helpfirstaidtraining.co.uk

Find answers to common questions about our first aid training courses, bookings, certification, and requirements in our Frequently Asked Questions section.

18/03/2026

▪️Should you really put butter on a burn?
▪️Should you tilt your head back if you have a nose bleed?

Help! First Aid Training is sorting the first aid facts from the fiction!

Read our latest blog to learn common first aid myths and what you should really do to help: https://helpfirstaidtraining.co.uk/news/common-first-aid-myths-and-what-you-should-do-instead-part-1

Learn the truth behind common first aid myths and outdated advice. Expert guidance from a trusted first aid training provider in Shildon County Durham.

06/03/2026

When it comes to children, accidents can happen anywhere – at home, in school, or while playing. Knowing how to respond quickly and confidently could make a life-saving difference.

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05/03/2026

Why is Paediatric First Aid so important?
Whether you're a parent, teacher, nursery worker or childminder, knowing how to respond in an emergency involving a child is absolutely vital.

From choking and allergic reactions to CPR and burns — children's needs are different from those of adults, and so is the care they require.

In our latest blog, we explore:
✅ Why Paediatric First Aid is essential
✅ What makes it different from standard First Aid
✅ What’s covered on our 12-hour certified course
✅ How this training can boost your confidence and your employability

Read it here;

Learn Paediatric First Aid, essential for anyone caring for children. Discover key skills covered in our certified, Ofsted compliant course in County Durham.

27/02/2026

Five Star Friday! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

First Aid is a serious topic, and life is complicated enough, so we use experienced instructors equipped to deliver the first aid information our learners need in a fun and easy to understand way.

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