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Manchester's trusted first aid training provider

Accredited first aid courses in Manchester, carefully tailored to meet the high standards set by the HSE (Health and Safety Executive), Ofsted, the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and the Department for Education. Perfect for businesses, schools, and childcare professionals, our expert-led training equips you with essential life-saving skills, ensuring you can respond to emergencies with confidence and efficiency.

Our Manchester training venue Fairfield Golf Club Kings Road, Audenshaw, Manchester, M34 5FA
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First aid courses in Manchester

From one-day workplace certificates to paediatric, mental health and fire safety training — all accredited and available on-site for groups.

Workplace First Aid

1 dayFAIB

Emergency First Aid at Work

A one-day, FAIB-accredited Emergency First Aid at Work course in Manchester, giving lower-risk workplaces a fully qualified emergency first aider in a single day.

3 daysFAIB

First Aid at Work

FAIB-accredited 3-day blended First Aid at Work (FAW) course in Manchester — online learning plus two practical days for medium and higher-risk workplaces.

2 daysFAIB

First Aid at Work Refresher

Keep your workplace first aiders qualified with our 2-day FAIB-accredited First Aid at Work Refresher in Manchester, requalifying current certificate holders for a further three years.

CPR, AED & Life Support

1 daySTG certified

CPR & Defibrillator (AED) Course

A practical, one-day CPR & Defibrillator (AED) course teaching life-saving chest compressions, rescue breaths and confident use of a defibrillator. Hands-on training on manikins and AED trainers, suitable for complete beginners. Certificated by Skills Training Group.

2 hoursSTG certified

Anaphylaxis Training

A practical 2 hours anaphylaxis course teaching you to recognise a severe allergic reaction and respond fast, with hands-on practice using EpiPen and Jext adrenaline auto-injectors. Delivered in Manchester or on site at your workplace, with a Skills Training Group certificate valid for 3 years.

Paediatric & Schools

Mental Health & Online Safety

2 daysQualsafe

Mental Health First Aid

A 2-day Qualsafe Level 3 Mental Health First Aid course in Manchester that trains your team to spot, support and signpost colleagues facing mental ill health.

Online1–2 hoursCPD certified

Fire Marshal Training

Online, CPD & RoSPA-accredited Fire Marshal (Fire Warden) training for Manchester workplaces — completed in 1–2 hours with an instant certificate.

Why choose us

Training Manchester businesses rely on

Accredited & recognised

FAIB and Qualsafe Awards certification accepted by employers and the HSE across the UK.

Experienced trainers

Friendly, knowledgeable instructors with real-world emergency experience.

On-site & flexible

Public course dates in Manchester or on-site training at your premises, to suit your team.

Hands-on learning

Practical, scenario-based sessions so you leave genuinely confident to act.

Life-saving skills

CPR, AED use, choking, bleeding and more — the skills that save lives.

Price-match promise

Great-value training without compromising on quality or accreditation.

Training in action

Inside our Manchester first aid courses

Practical, hands-on sessions led by experienced trainers — here's what to expect on the day.

Where you'll train

Training venue in Manchester

Easy to reach by road and public transport, with parking nearby. Prefer to train at your own premises? We bring the course to you across Greater Manchester.

Fairfield Golf Club

Kings Road, Audenshaw, Manchester, M34 5FA

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Prefer to train at your workplace? We deliver on-site across Greater Manchester for your whole team.

Nearest stations

  • Fairfield Train Station1.1 miles
  • Guide Bridge Train Station1.2 miles
  • Gorton Train Station2.3 miles
  • Ashton-under-Lyne Train Station2.8 miles

Bus routes

  • Kings Road (Stop A): Located a short walk from Fairfield Golf Club, served by bus routes 168 and 169.
  • Audenshaw Road (Stop B): Situated nearby and served by bus routes 231 and 236.
  • Ashton Hill Lane (Stop C): A 5-minute walk from the venue, served by bus routes 217, 218, and 231.

Parking

  • On-Site Parking: Fairfield Golf Club offers on-site parking facilities for guests, providing ample space for visitors. The car park is conveniently located next to the clubhouse and is free to use for members and visitors attending events or training sessions.
  • Snipe Retail Park Car Park: Located approximately a 10-minute drive away, offering free parking for up to 4 hours.
  • Ashton Moss Car Park: A secure parking facility about a 12-minute drive from the venue, ideal for longer stays.
Accredited & approved

Nationally recognised certification

Our courses are accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) and Qualsafe Awards, so your certificate is recognised by employers and the HSE across the UK. Our Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course also meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements.

First Aid Industry Body (FAIB)FOFATOQualsafe Awards
Reviews

What our Manchester learners say

Michelle was great! And she really knows her stuff. Carefully takes you through the course while taking note of any previous experience you may already have and using it for your refresher course in first aid!
S-M
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Went for a two day first aid at work course after doing an e learn course at home the trainer Andrew carter was very polite calming and very helpful and the location was ideal
Raymond Murphy
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Great place, the facilitator was very informative. Excellent interaction with the group, practical and written test.Amazing day. Thank you
Amanda Stewart
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It was an excellent course. Michelle , the trainer, had really good knowledge, obvious experience and a really good delivery style.The venue was good, as were the resources.
nicholas russell
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Finished the first aid course in Manchester and it was excellent! Trainers were friendly and the course was so practical. I feel like a fully equipped first aider now, ready for anything!
Sam Gibson
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Easy to book and clear instructions to find training site Great course and well planned out and taught Thankyou
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First aid training in Manchester

First aid courses in Manchester

Looking for a first aid course in Manchester? First Aid Course Manchester — part of Skills Training Group — delivers accredited, hands-on training for businesses, schools, nurseries and the public across Manchester and Greater Manchester. From one-day Emergency First Aid at Work to the full three-day First Aid at Work course, paediatric first aid and Qualsafe Level 3 Mental Health First Aid, every course is led by experienced trainers and leaves you confident and certified.

We run regular public dates at Fairfield Golf Club in Manchester, and deliver every course on-site at your own workplace anywhere in Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester.

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Workplace training that meets HSE rules

Under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, every Manchester employer must provide adequate first aid cover. Our FAIB-accredited Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and three-day First Aid at Work (FAW) courses meet HSE standards in full. Not sure which you need? A quick First Aid Needs Assessment — based on your size and risk level — tells you how many first aiders to train and which course fits. Just call 0808 164 2780 and we'll advise.

On-site & in-house across Greater Manchester

Training a whole team? On-site (in-house) training is usually the most cost-effective option. We bring the course and all the equipment to your premises anywhere in Manchester and Greater Manchester, on a date that suits you — no travel or downtime. Ideal for offices, factories, schools, care homes, gyms and construction sites, with a single fixed group price for up to 12 learners.

Paediatric, mental health & specialist

Beyond workplace first aid we run Ofsted-recognised, EYFS-compliant Paediatric First Aid for nurseries and childminders; Qualsafe Level 3 Mental Health First Aid; CPR & defibrillator (AED) training; anaphylaxis awareness; and fire safety and fire marshal training. Whatever your sector, there's a Manchester first aid course to match.

Why choose First Aid Course Manchester?

As part of Skills Training Group we've trained thousands of people across the UK, for organisations large and small. You'll get nationally recognised certification, genuinely experienced trainers, friendly support and great value — backed by our price-match promise. Book online or call our Manchester team on 0808 164 2780.

FAQs

First aid training in Manchester — your questions

Where are your first aid courses held in Manchester?

Public courses run at Fairfield Golf Club in Manchester. We also deliver on-site group training at your own premises anywhere across Greater Manchester.

Are your first aid certificates nationally recognised?

Yes. Our workplace and paediatric courses are accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) and Qualsafe Awards and recognised by employers and the HSE across the UK. Our Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course also meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements.

Can you train my whole team at our workplace?

Absolutely. On-site group training is often the most cost-effective option — we bring the course to you in Manchester for up to 12 people. Call 0808 164 2780 for a quote.

How do I book a course?

Choose your course and book online, or call us on 0808 164 2780. We can invoice employers and arrange group dates to suit your team.

How long do first aid certificates last?

Most workplace and paediatric first aid certificates are valid for three years, after which a requalification or refresher course is recommended.

How much does a first aid course in Manchester cost?

Public courses in Manchester start from £55 per person for CPR & Defibrillator, with Emergency First Aid at Work from £95 and the 3-day First Aid at Work from £195. On-site group training is a single fixed price for up to 12 people, which usually works out cheaper per head — call 0808 164 2780 for a quote.

How quickly can I get booked onto a course?

We run regular public dates in Manchester and can often fit you in within a week or two. For on-site training we'll work around your team's diary. Book online or call 0808 164 2780 and we'll find the soonest date.

Do you offer group discounts, and can you invoice my company?

Yes. On-site training for up to 12 learners is one fixed price (great value per head), and we're happy to invoice employers for individual or group bookings. Just call 0808 164 2780.

Where is your Manchester training venue and is there parking?

Courses run at Fairfield Golf Club in Manchester, with parking nearby and good public transport links. Full directions are included in your booking confirmation — or prefer your own premises? We deliver on-site across Greater Manchester.

Do you offer online courses too?

Yes. Alongside our in-person first aid courses we offer CPD & RoSPA-accredited online Fire Safety Awareness, Fire Marshal and Manual Handling training from £14 per learner, with an instant certificate on completion.

Ready when you are

Ready to book your first aid course in Manchester?

Secure your place on a public course or arrange on-site training for your team. Friendly help is a phone call away.