FIRST AID COURSES TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Training for when seconds count
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Emergency First Aid at work
outdoor first aid (16 Hours)
forest school first aid (16 Hours)
emergency first aid at work +F
outdoor first aid (8 Hours)
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First Aid Courses in Tunbridge Wells
“Be prepared and make a difference”
ELST provides HSE compliant first aid training courses in Tunbridge Wells for businesses, schools, nurseries, healthcare providers, hospitality venues, and individuals across Kent. Courses include Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), First Aid at Work (FAW), Paediatric First Aid, CPR & AED training, and workplace refresher courses. Training can be delivered onsite at your Tunbridge Wells workplace or at a local venue, with flexible group bookings available throughout Kent and the surrounding areas.
At ELST, we don’t just teach the steps—we teach candidates the way your brain learns and remembers under pressure.
Our courses are crafted using the latest understanding of neuroscience and memory retention. This means your training is specifically designed to bypass the ‘panic button’ and build automatic, durable memory circuits.
Workplace First Aid
Outdoor first aid
Forestry First Aid
Forest School First Aid
Paediatric first aid
MENTAL HEALTH
First Aid for Schools
Anaphylaxis Training
Educational Resources
FAQ ABOUT OUR
first aid courses
What workplace first aid courses can we provide
2 First Aid at Work Requalification
1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work
1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work+F
1 Day Emergency Paediatric First Aid
1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work for Schools
First Aid at Work + Paediatric First Aid
First Aid at Work Requalification + Paediatric First Aid
First Aid at Work + Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Basic Life Support
First Aid Annual Refresher
What outdoor first aid courses can we provide
16 Hour Outdoor First Aid Course
16 Hour Forest School First Aid Course
1 Day Outdoor First Aid First Aid Course
1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work+F
3 Day First Aid at Work+F
2 Day First Aid at Work+F Requalification
What school first courses can we provide
3 Day First Aid at Work
2 First Aid at Work Requalification
1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work
2 Day Paediatric First Aid
1 Day Emergency Paediatric First Aid
1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work for Schools
First Aid at Work + Paediatric First Aid
First Aid at Work Requalification + Paediatric First Aid
First Aid at Work + Emergency Paediatric First Aid
mental health first aid courses
Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health Level 1
Award in First Aid for Mental Health Level 2
Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health Level 3
First Aid for Youth Mental Health Level 2
How you will be assessed
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Assessment Through Action: There is no written exam at the end of this course. Instead, your instructor will assess your skills throughout the course. We believe your ability to bandage a wound in the rain is a much better measure of success than a multiple-choice paper.
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Feedback in Real-Time: Because the assessment is ongoing, you’ll receive immediate, constructive coaching after each scenario, allowing you to refine your technique and build confidence before the course ends.
start & finish times
Workplace Courses
Start time: 09.30
Finish time: 16.30
Outdoor Courses
Start time: 09.30
Finish time: 18.30
Quick Certification
Gain your qualification that remains valid for three years. We pride ourselves on our efficient service; you won’t be waiting weeks for your paperwork—all certificates are processed and sent within two days of successful completion.
One Course, Multiple Qualifications
Many roles today require more than one First Aid certificate. To save you time and money, we offer the opportunity to gain additional qualifications alongside your core training. Rather than attending multiple separate courses, you can complete the extra requirements during your session for a small administrative fee. It’s the most efficient way to ensure you are fully compliant across all your professional duties.
We never cancel courses
“Our outdoor first aid courses are guaranteed to run. Book with confidence knowing we never cancel.”
Choosing the Right First Aid Qualification for Your Tunbridge Wells Organisation
Meeting your legal health and safety obligations shouldn’t mean sitting through a dry PowerPoint presentation. We design our immersive, scenario-based casualty simulations to mirror the real-world environments of Tunbridge Wells’ distinct sectors:
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Corporate Offices, Professional Services & Retail: For corporate workspaces in the town centre, independent businesses along the Pantiles, or retail teams, the 1-Day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) ensures your designated first aiders can confidently manage acute medical emergencies, heavy bleeding, and rapid AED (defibrillator) deployment.
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Independent Schools, Academies & Early Years Childcare: With an exceptional concentration of primary schools, nurseries, and independent colleges in Tunbridge Wells, local educators require Paediatric First Aid built around strict Ofsted frameworks. Our training swaps out textbooks for active scenarios, building the genuine muscle memory needed to stay calm during a childhood emergency.
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Mountaineering, Climbing Crags & Outdoor Education: Tunbridge Wells is the historic hub for Southern Sandstone climbing and outdoor learning. For local mountaineering clubs, scouts, tree surgeons, and forest school leaders, we provide specialised 16-Hour Outdoor First Aid and Workplace First Aid +F modules. This training equips teams with the long-term casualty care skills required when emergency responses are delayed by terrain or remote locations.
OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS
Why choose ELST for your First Aid courses TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Expert Trainers
Our training is delivered with total passion and from experience. All of our trainers have an Emergency Service background, giving you the training you deserve.
7 days a week training
We understand how it can be difficult to organise training for shift workers and those who work weekends.
Relaxed atmosphere
We aim to make you comfortable and at ease on your course, from the time you arrive until you leave.
Areas We Cover Around Tunbridge Wells
- Southborough
- Tonbridge
- Sevenoaks
- Crowborough
- Paddock Wood
- Pembury
- Rusthall
- Frant
- Matfield