First Aid Training in Plymouth – Accredited Workplace, Paediatric & Specialist Courses

Professional First Aid Training Delivered in Plymouth

Optimal First Aid provides accredited, practical and fully compliant first aid training for businesses, schools and organisations across Plymouth 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 Plymouth, including healthcare, education, defence, marine industries, logistics, hospitality, retail, construction and public‑sector organisations.

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Training in Plymouth

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

Ideal for offices, shops, hospitality venues, small businesses and community organisations.

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First Aid at Work (FAW) Training in Plymouth

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.

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Paediatric First Aid Training in Plymouth

Our Paediatric First Aid training is ideal for schools, nurseries, childminders, early years settings, after‑school clubs and parents in Plymouth. 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.

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

Designed for forestry, agriculture and land‑based industries, the +F qualification includes catastrophic bleeding, crush injuries and chainsaw‑related trauma. Ideal for estates, grounds teams, tree surgeons and rural workers across Plymouth and South Devon.

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Outdoor First Aid Training in Plymouth

Plymouth’s coastal and moorland access makes Outdoor First Aid a valuable choice. This course is ideal for outdoor instructors, adventure leaders, watersports providers, DofE teams and anyone working in remote environments.

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First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) in Plymouth

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 Plymouth

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.

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Why Choose Optimal First Aid in Plymouth

  • 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 Devon and Cornwall

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

 

Areas We Cover Near Plymouth

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

  • Plymstock

  • Plympton

  • Saltash

  • Ivybridge

  • Roborough

  • Estover

  • Derriford

  • Devonport

Book First Aid Training in Plymouth

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 Plymouth.

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

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• 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.