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First Aid Training Courses in Walkden

Award-winning, hands-on First Aid training for Walkden 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 Dukesgate Academy, Manchester City Council, Stockport Council, Stockport Homes, The Together Trust and many more local Walkden and Greater Manchester workplaces.

First Aid Training for Walkden Workplaces, Schools & Nurseries

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

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

Whether you’re a Walkden 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 Walkden M28, from Walkden town centre through to Little Hulton, Worsley, Boothstown and Roe Green. Whether you have premises on the high street or in an industrial unit, our trainers come to you. It’s why organisations like Dukesgate Academy trust us with their First Aid training. Public courses run at our nearby Manchester and Stockport venues, a short trip from wherever you are in Walkden.

From the cafés, salons, dental practices and independent retailers around Little Hulton and Worsley, to the nurseries and primary schools across Boothstown, to the care homes throughout Walkden, 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 Walkden premises.

Walkden First Aid Course Prices

Here’s the cost for our full First Aid course, Emergency First Aid at Work.
Come to us, or we’ll visit your team in Walkden. For other course types, click here.

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 Walkden 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 Walkden 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 Walkden

Our full range of courses is available on-site at your Walkden 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 Walkden workplaces in construction, manufacturing or warehousing.

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6 hours

Emergency Paediatric First Aid

EYFS-compliant 6-hour course for Walkden 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 Walkden nursery staff. 1 day online + 1 day in-person.

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3 hours

Basic Life Support

Popular with Walkden 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 Walkden 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 Walkden schools, nurseries and care homes managing allergies.

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Level 1+2

Safeguarding

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

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3 hours

Fire Safety Awareness

Fire Safety Order 2005 compliance for Walkden 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 Walkden

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

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 Walkden.

Trades & Industry

First Aid at Work for construction, manufacturing and warehouse sites across Walkden 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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I really was impressed with the way the training and demonstration was presented. And I've learned more, and if you had a problem, or needed to know what to do in different scenarios. It was explained very well.

Barbara Hallows
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★★★★★

Informative course with opportunities for hands-on practice. Very competent trainer (Emma Conway) who led the day in a friendly, accessible atmosphere.

Richard Hamilton
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Joanne was amazing today during the course. Made the course fun and entertaining for everyone, whilst also leaving with the essential knowledge required to help save lives.

Hannah Lynch
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Had a great time learning our First Aid with Joanne. Joanne made the learning fun, even managed a selfie!! We'll be back, thanks again for a great training day.

Clare Baker
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Joanne is absolutely amazing every time! And really for a First Aid trainer that is an understatement! She makes it so fun and easy! Best methods of real teaching and actual long ingrained learning. Could not recommend enough!!

Munira K
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Exceptionally very good course, excellent presentation and very impressive mode of teaching. I really enjoyed the learning. Highly recommend to attend the course.

Afiya Naseer
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Watch Our Video To Learn More About Manchester First Aid Training

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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 Walkden customers usually want to know.

How much is a First Aid course in Walkden?

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 Walkden. 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 Walkden teams in one session?

Yes. Each trainer covers up to 12 attendees in a single course. For larger Walkden 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 Walkden do you deliver First Aid courses?

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

Do you cover all of M28?

Yes, we deliver on-site at any Walkden postcode (M28, M38), including Walkden town centre, Little Hulton, Worsley, Boothstown, and Roe Green. We also cover the wider Salford area for employers nearby.

Where are your nearest public courses to Walkden?

Our Manchester venue is around 25 minutes from Walkden, and our Stockport venue is around 35 minutes away. Both are also reachable by public transport from Walkden.

Are your Walkden 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 Walkden 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 Walkden. 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 Walkden 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 Walkden 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.

Ready to Get Trained?

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

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