First Aid Training in Devon & Cornwall
Outdoor, remote, and workplace first aid training delivered by real experts with real experience
“Train with experience. Perform with confidence.”
We are Providers of High-Quality Outdoor Emergency First Aid Training Courses
Welcome to Optimal First Aid, your trusted provider of accredited first aid training in Devon. Founded by a military veteran with over 15 years of real-world experience, we deliver practical, hands-on first aid courses across Devon, Cornwall, and the UK. Whether you’re preparing for emergencies in remote areas or needing first aid skills for the workplace, our training gets you ready for the real world.
Why Choose Optimal First Aid for First Aid Training in Devon?
At Optimal First Aid, we don’t just teach first aid — we live it. With extensive Armed Forces, remote medical support, and pre-hospital care experience, our courses are delivered by experts who have operated in some of the harshest environments.
We understand that first aid is more than ticking a box. Our courses prepare you to act confidently and effectively in real emergencies, not just classroom scenarios.
Featured Courses
FREC 3 (First Response Emergency Care)
Advanced medical training for those working in high-risk or remote environments. Essential for security teams, remote workers, and event medics looking to elevate their skills.
Outdoor First Aid (16-hour / 2-day)
Ideal for outdoor instructors, forestry workers, and remote teams. Meets the requirements for national governing body awards like ML, SPA, and RCI. Practical and hands-on training you can trust.
Regulated First Aid Courses Across Devon, Cornwall & the Southwest
We provide a full range of regulated and accredited first aid courses, including:
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- First Aid at Work (FAW)
- Paediatric First Aid
- Forestry First Aid (+F)
- Outdoor First Aid
- First Resonder Courses
Courses are available at our training venues or can be delivered at your workplace, site, or chosen location. Whether you’re in Exeter, Plymouth, Truro, or somewhere more remote, we make professional first aid training accessible.
Safe, Confident Responders
Our training ensures you become a safe, confident responder who can assess situations calmly and provide effective emergency care. We prepare you to act quickly and confidently, helping save lives and reduce harm in difficult environments.
First Aid Courses in Exeter, Plymouth, Truro & Beyond
Optimal First Aid regularly delivers first aid courses throughout the Southwest, including:
- Exeter
- Plymouth
- Torquay
- Truro
- Newquay
- Falmouth
- Bodmin
Wherever you are in Devon or Cornwall, we can bring regulated, professional training to you.
Real-World First Aid Skills, Not Just Tick-Box Certificates
Our goal is simple: to give you the confidence and competence to handle emergencies when they matter most. We deliver practical, scenario-based training that equips you with skills you can rely on when the pressure is on.
Experienced Military Instructors with Over 15 Years of Real-World Experience
Founded by a former Armed Forces member with experience in remote and high-risk environments, Optimal First Aid stands apart from generic training providers. Our instructors bring practical expertise, ensuring your training is grounded in reality.
On-Site First Aid Training in Devon — We Come to You
Need training at your location? No problem. Whether it’s a worksite in the heart of Dartmoor, a forestry camp, or a coastal venue in Cornwall, we will bring the training to you.
First Aid at Work Courses
Our First Aid at Work (FAW) and Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) courses meet HSE requirements, giving your team the essential skills to respond quickly and confidently to workplace incidents, injuries, and emergencies.
Outdoor First Aid Training — Be Ready for Emergencies in the Wild
Our Outdoor First Aid courses are designed for instructors, guides, and anyone operating in remote, challenging environments. Learn practical, hands-on skills that give you the confidence to respond when professional help is hours away.
Emergency First Aid for Forestry Workers, Outdoor Professionals & More
We offer specialist Emergency First Aid at Work +F (Forestry) courses tailored to those working with chainsaws, machinery, and remote access. Our outdoor first aid courses are ideal for guides, instructors, and adventurers operating in the wild.
FREC 3 — Professional First Response Medical Training
The Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) is ideal for those working in high-risk roles like security, remote work, event medical, or the emergency services pathway. Gain advanced, accredited skills in trauma management, airway care, and medical emergencies — taught by instructors with real operational experience.
Book Your First Aid Training in Devon Today
Ready to get started? Contact Optimal First Aid to book your first aid course today.
Call: 07762 082310
Email: info@optimalfirstaid.co.uk
Based in Devon | Serving Cornwall, the Southwest & the UK
Train with the experts. Train for the real world.
Contact Us
If you have any enquiries, questions, or comments please contact us using the form or alternatively call us using the number below.
Mobile: 07762 082310
