Course overview

This course is funded by the Department for Education and only open to residents living in non devolved authorities.  This short 6‑hour course introduces adults to the essential first aid skills needed to respond to common accidents and emergencies in the home. Across three practical sessions, learners explore how to recognise and deal with everyday injuries, support children safely, and know what to do while waiting for professional help. The course covers simple, effective actions for situations such as burns, bleeding, choking, minor head injuries and sudden illness. Learners build confidence through demonstrations, guided practice and discussion, helping them feel more prepared to keep their family safe.

Course description

Family First Aid is a practical 6‑hour course designed to help adults feel more confident dealing with everyday accidents and emergencies in the home. Delivered over three 2‑hour sessions, the course introduces simple, effective first aid actions that can make a real difference while waiting for professional help.

Learners explore how to recognise and respond to common household injuries, including cuts, grazes, burns, scalds, minor head bumps and nosebleeds. The course also covers essential skills for supporting children, such as what to do if a child is choking, how to manage fevers or sudden illness, and how to keep a calm, safe environment during stressful moments.

Through demonstrations, guided practice and supportive discussion, learners build the confidence to act quickly and safely. The course uses everyday language, practical examples and realistic scenarios to help adults understand what to do, what not to do, and when to seek further help.

By the end of the course, learners will feel more prepared to handle common first aid situations at home and more confident in keeping their family safe.

What financial support is available?

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