First Aid for Students
- waltoncharlotte
- Mar 26
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 30
Who is this course for?
In 2020, The Department for Education (DfE) made First Aid training compulsory for students in England's state-funded schools. Teaching first aid in schools empowers children to act quickly and effectively in an emergency, helping them develop life-saving skills from an early age.
At Start Confident First Aid, we deliver practical, hands-on courses tailored for primary and secondary school pupils, designed to align with the national curriculum requirements.
Our 2-hour sessions are fun, engaging, and age-appropriate, using role-play and practical demonstrations to build children's confidence and skills in handling emergencies.
What will they learn?
Primary Schools (Key Stage 2)
Recognising emergencies – Identifying situations where first aid is needed.
Treating common injuries – Managing cuts, grazes, burns, and head injuries.
Emergency calls – How to confidently call 999 or 112.
Recognising danger – Spotting hazards to keep themselves and others safe.
Seeking help – Knowing when to involve an adult.
Basic life-saving skills – Checking for responsiveness, breathing, and placing someone in the recovery position.
First aid kits – Understanding what’s inside and how to use it.
Secondary Schools (Key Stage 3 & 4)
Building on first aid knowledge – Expanding understanding of injuries and illnesses.
Life-saving techniques – Learning how to administer CPR.
Defibrillator awareness – Understanding the purpose and use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator).
Duration | 2-hour sessions using role-play and practical demonstrations to build children's confidence and skills in handling emergencies. |
Certification | Each pupil will receive a certificate of attendance and a fun pen to take home. |
Where are the courses held?
We bring the training to you!
Cost
To receive an accurate quote, further information or to customise your training, please do not hesitate to contact us at startconfidentfirstaid@gmail.com.
If you would like to book a session for your school or learn more about what we offer, please get in touch — we'd love to help your pupils become lifesavers of the future.