First Aid Training in Newquay – Accredited Workplace, Paediatric & Outdoor Courses

Professional First Aid Training Delivered in Newquay

Optimal First Aid provides accredited, practical and fully compliant first aid training for businesses, schools and organisations across Newquay and the surrounding areas. Our experienced, FREC‑qualified instructors deliver engaging, scenario‑based training directly at your workplace, ensuring your team receives training tailored to your environment.

We support all sectors in Newquay, including hospitality, tourism, surf and watersports providers, construction, retail, trades, education and outdoor activity centres.

 

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Training in Newquay

Our Emergency First Aid at Work course is one of the most popular options for Newquay businesses. It provides essential life‑saving skills and meets all HSE requirements for low‑risk workplaces.

Ideal for hotels, restaurants, surf schools, shops, small businesses and community organisations.

View full course details: Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

 

First Aid at Work (FAW) Training in Newquay

For higher‑risk environments or larger teams, our First Aid at Work course provides in‑depth training over three days. Suitable for construction, manufacturing, engineering, education and other settings where enhanced first aid skills are required.

View full course details: First Aid at Work (FAW)

 

Paediatric First Aid Training in Newquay

Our Paediatric First Aid training is ideal for schools, nurseries, childminders, early years settings, after‑school clubs and parents in Newquay. This course meets EYFS and Ofsted requirements and teaches essential skills for managing emergencies involving babies and children.

Topics include CPR for infants and children, choking, allergic reactions, fevers, burns, fractures, seizures and more.

View full course details: Paediatric First Aid

 

Emergency First Aid at Work +F (Forestry) in Newquay

Designed for forestry, agriculture and outdoor industries, the +F qualification includes catastrophic bleeding, crush injuries and chainsaw‑related trauma. Ideal for estates, grounds teams, tree surgeons and rural workers around Newquay.

View full course details: EFAW +F (Forestry)

 

Outdoor First Aid Training in Newquay

Newquay’s outdoor and coastal activity sector makes Outdoor First Aid a popular choice. This course is ideal for surf instructors, adventure leaders, watersports providers, DofE teams and anyone working in remote environments.

View full course details: Outdoor First Aid

 

First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) in Newquay

The FREC 3 qualification is designed for those working in high‑risk, remote or specialist environments. This advanced trauma course is suitable for security teams, event medics, outdoor professionals and emergency responders.

View full course details: First Response Emergency Care Level 3 (FREC 3)

 

First Person On Scene (FPOS) Training in Newquay

Our FPOS course provides advanced trauma care and emergency response skills for security personnel, high‑threat environments and specialist roles. Training can be tailored to your operational needs.

View full course details: First Person On Scene (FPOS)

 

Why Choose Optimal First Aid in Newquay

  • Accredited, experienced instructors

  • On‑site training at your workplace

  • Courses tailored to your environment and risks

  • Competitive group pricing

  • Clear certification and compliance guidance

  • Trusted by businesses across Cornwall and Devon

Our training is practical, engaging and designed to build real‑world confidence.

 

Areas We Cover Near Newquay

We deliver first aid training across Newquay and nearby areas, including:

  • Crantock

  • Quintrell Downs

  • Porth

  • Watergate Bay

  • St Columb Minor

  • St Columb Major

  • Cubert

  • Holywell

Book First Aid Training in Newquay

Whether you need Emergency First Aid at Work, Paediatric First Aid, advanced trauma training or outdoor first aid, we provide high‑quality, accredited courses across Newquay.

Make an enquiry today to book your course or request a quote.

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Need Help Choosing the Right First Aid Course?

Our booking enquiry system is here to make things easier for you. With so many first aid courses out there, it’s important to find the one that actually suits your needs – and avoids wasting your time or money.

Before filling in the booking form, take a moment to check whether you need certification from an Ofqual Regulated Awarding Organisation.  All the information can be found at the bottom of this webpage. 

• Some organisations require that course certificates be issued by an Ofqual Regulated Awarding Organisation. • We offer self-certified & Ofqual Accredited courses; the main difference in certification being third party cost. Ofqual Regulated Awarding Organisation certification is currently priced at an additional £12.50pp.
The instructor to candidate ratio is typically 1:12, with some courses being restricted to 1:8 or even 1:6.
If you have a preferred date & time for this course (for example to fit in with staff shift patterns) please let us know.