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First Aid Training Courses in Oldham

Award-winning, hands-on First Aid training for Oldham workplaces, schools, nurseries and care homes. Public courses from £79 + VAT, on-site team training £449 + VAT.

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Trusted by Greater Manchester’s biggest names

…plus Holy Cross Primary School, European Islamic Centre, Heathcot Preschool, Beehive Club, Manchester City Council, Stockport Council, Stockport Homes, The Together Trust and many more local Oldham and Greater Manchester workplaces.

First Aid Training for Oldham Workplaces, Schools & Nurseries

Need First Aiders on your team in Oldham? We’d love to help.

Manchester First Aid Training has delivered hands-on, feel-good courses across Oldham and the wider Greater Manchester area since 2010, with 5,000+ five-star reviews along the way.

Whether you’re an Oldham workplace, school, nursery or care home, the legal requirement is the same: you need First Aid coverage that meets HSE and (where relevant) Ofsted and EYFS rules. We make it simple.

We deliver on-site First Aid courses across the whole of Oldham OL1, from Oldham town centre through to Chadderton, Royton, Failsworth and Shaw. Whether you have premises on the high street or in an industrial unit, our trainers come to you. It’s why organisations like Holy Cross Primary School, European Islamic Centre and Heathcot Preschool trust us with their First Aid training. Public courses run at our nearby Manchester and Stockport venues.

From the cafés, salons, dental practices and independent retailers around Chadderton and Royton, to the nurseries and primary schools across Failsworth, to the care homes throughout Oldham, we train them all.

Our courses are different. No 6-hour PowerPoint sessions. No boring drills. Just engaging, practical, life-saving training that sticks, delivered by award-winning trainers. Hands-on practice with CPR manikins, anti-choking jackets and EpiPens. Real scenarios, real skills. We’re equally happy at a single-room nursery or a 50-staff workplace.

Pick a course below, book on the next public date, or get a fixed-cost quote for on-site training at your Oldham premises.

Oldham First Aid Course Prices

Here’s the cost for our full First Aid course, Emergency First Aid at Work.
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Per Person

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Join a scheduled course at our Manchester or Stockport venue

£137£79
+ VAT per person · 1-day course
  • Held at our training venue
  • FREE parking + refreshments
  • Full accredited certification
  • Interactive First Aid manual
  • Secure Certification™ with QR
  • Hands-on with CPR manikins & AED trainers
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Why Oldham Teams Choose Manchester First Aid Training

There are a lot of First Aid trainers out there. Here’s what makes us different.

Hands-On Training

No PowerPoint marathons. Every course uses CPR manikins, AED trainers, anti-choking jackets and real scenarios so the skills stick.

Properly Accredited

Every course is fully accredited by leading bodies including Focus Awards, FAIB and CPD. Most certificates are valid for 3 years. Ofqual certification also available.

Big Teams Welcome

Each trainer covers up to 12 people. For larger Oldham workforces we send extra trainers so everyone can complete the course on the same day.

5,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Trusted by the NHS, Trafford Centre, Manchester Airport, MoD and thousands of Greater Manchester schools, nurseries and workplaces.

First Aid Courses Available in Oldham

Our full range of courses is available on-site at your Oldham premises, or at our public courses nearby. Click any course for full dates and prices.

3 days

First Aid at Work (FAW)

Comprehensive Level 3 qualification for higher-risk Oldham workplaces in construction, manufacturing or warehousing.

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6 hours

Emergency Paediatric First Aid

EYFS-compliant 6-hour course for Oldham childminders, after-school clubs and out-of-school carers.

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12 hours

Paediatric First Aid (Ofsted)

The 12-hour Ofsted-approved course required for Oldham nursery staff. 1 day online + 1 day in-person.

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3 hours

Basic Life Support

Popular with Oldham care homes, doctors, and dental practices. Covers CPR, choking, AED use and more.

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1 day

Mental Health First Aid

1 in 4 people experience mental health issues. Train your Oldham team with our 1-day Mental Health First Aid England course.

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2 hours

Anaphylaxis Training

Hands-on with EpiPens and Jext. Essential for Oldham schools, nurseries and care homes managing allergies.

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Level 1+2

Safeguarding

Combined Level 1 and 2 Safeguarding for Oldham schools, nurseries, care providers and youth-facing teams.

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3 hours

Fire Safety Awareness

Fire Safety Order 2005 compliance for Oldham employers. Practical course on prevention, response and evacuation.

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Online

First Aid Annual Refresher

HSE-recommended yearly refresher between certifications. Quick online course to keep your team current.

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... And More

Defibrillator training, Child & Youth Mental Health First Aid, specialised courses and other workplace training. See our complete course list.

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Who We Train in Oldham

From small independents to large workforces, we work with every kind of organisation in Oldham.

Schools & Colleges

Emergency Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) for teaching, support and admin staff.

Nurseries & Childminders

The 12-Hour Ofsted Paediatric First Aid course required for registered EYFS settings.

Care Homes & Healthcare

Basic Life Support and First Aid at Work for nursing, care home and clinical staff.

Local Workplaces

Cafés, retailers, salons, fitness studios, offices and professional services across Oldham.

Trades & Industry

First Aid at Work for construction, manufacturing and warehouse sites across Oldham and the surrounding area.

Other Workplaces

Emergency First Aid and Mental Health First Aid for offices, professional services, charities and any team that needs trained First Aiders on hand.

What Our Customers Say

5,000+ five-star reviews and counting. A few of the comments people have left after training with us:

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Karen was amazing at keeping the focus of the group. She was very informative and helpful

Shan Walker
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Karen made the experience really engaging, and fun, she was easy to talk to and explained everything really well! I would love to do it again with her

Kelsey Evans
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Great First Aid course with Harry today, explained and covered everything very clearly and happy to answer all questions. Thank you

Beckie Kerr
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Great training both online and in person. Harry was a lovely trainer who kept it informative and entertaining

Megan Adams
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Harry was very informative and I now feel more than confident carrying out First Aid when required!

Ryan Taylor
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The day was very informative and Andrea delivered it well. She explained reasons why, not just that it needs to be a certain way. Thank you

Gary P
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Watch Our Video To Learn More About Manchester First Aid Training

A quick look at who we are and how we train.

First Aid Training in Action

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Backed by Leading Awarding Bodies

Our courses are accredited by one or more of:

Focus Awards FAIB CPD Certified

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the things Oldham customers usually want to know.

How much is a First Aid course in Oldham?

Our public Emergency First Aid at Work course is £79 + VAT per person. On-site team training for up to 12 people is £449 + VAT, fixed cost. For other courses, you'll find pricing on each course page, or give us a call for a quick quote.

How far in advance do I need to book?

We recommend booking at least 6 weeks ahead, especially for on-site team training in Oldham. That said, we always do our best to fit in shorter-notice bookings when we can.

You can check live availability online any time, or call us for current dates.

Can you train large Oldham teams in one session?

Yes. Each trainer covers up to 12 attendees in a single course. For larger Oldham workforces we send multiple trainers to cover everyone on the same day, or split the training across consecutive days, whichever suits your team better.

Where in Oldham do you deliver First Aid courses?

We come to you anywhere in Oldham and the surrounding area for on-site team training. Public courses are held at our Manchester or Stockport venues, both easy to reach from Oldham by car, tram or train.

Do you cover all of OL1?

Yes, we deliver on-site at any Oldham postcode (OL1, OL2, OL4, OL8), including Oldham town centre, Chadderton, Royton, Failsworth, and Shaw. We also cover the wider Oldham area for employers nearby.

Where are your nearest public courses to Oldham?

Our Manchester venue is around 25 minutes from Oldham, and our Stockport venue is around 30 minutes away. Both are also reachable by public transport from Oldham.

Are your Oldham First Aid courses accredited?

Yes. All our courses are fully accredited by leading awarding bodies including Focus Awards, FAIB and CPD. Most certificates are valid for three years. Ofqual certification also available.

Do you train Oldham nurseries and childminders?

Yes. Our 12-Hour Paediatric First Aid course is Ofsted-approved and meets EYFS requirements for nursery staff and registered childminders in Oldham. We also run the shorter 6-Hour Emergency Paediatric First Aid for after-school clubs, out-of-school carers and parents.

What’s included with my Oldham First Aid course?

Every course includes a First Aid manual for each attendee and full hands-on practical training with CPR manikins, AED trainers and other equipment relevant to your course. Most courses include an accredited certificate, usually valid for 3 years. Ofqual certification also available.

Some courses also include 3-year online refresher access, an AI First Aid chatbot or Secure Certification with QR verification, check the individual course page for exactly what’s included with each one.

What if my Oldham team needs something custom?

Just ask. We tailor on-site courses to suit your workplace. Call 0161 40 10 999 or send us a quick message and we’ll work out the right shape with you.

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Give us a call, check live dates online, or send us a quick message. We’d love to help.

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First Aid Training in Other Greater Manchester Areas

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