Learn first aid: Free workshop for adults
Learn basic first aid with our practical first aid training workshop, available both online and face-to-face.
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Did you know 85% of adults would not know what to do if someone collapsed and was not breathing? Let's reduce that number and give you the skills and confidence to help in a first aid emergency!
First aid qualifications and workshops for young people
This workshop is a free alternative to a first aid refresher course, and does not provide a qualification. Are you looking for first aid at work qualifications? Red Cross Training provides accredited public first aid courses with associated fees.
Looking for a first aid workshop for children and young people? See our youth workshops.
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Online workshop
Book either as an individual or a group. Group bookings are for between 5 and 15 people.
Face-to-face workshop
Booking is available for eligible adult groups (between 5 and 15 people). See if group bookings area available in your area.
What is a first aid workshop?
This practical first aid training workshop, available both online (individuals and groups of 5-15) and face-to-face (groups of 5-15 only), helps adults learn basic lifesaving skills using everyday objects. The workshop is not accredited, but is a free and simple way to improve first aid knowledge and build confidence.
During the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to practice hands-on techniques for administering CPR, treating wounds, and stabilising injuries.
The instructor will provide step-by-step guidance on how to assess a situation, prioritise care, and effectively communicate with emergency services.
By the end of the workshop, attendees will feel more confident in their ability to respond to medical emergencies and provide crucial assistance until professional help arrives.
Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to learn life-saving skills and enhance your preparedness for unexpected situations. Sign up for the first aid workshop today!
Who is this first aid workshop for?
This workshop is suitable for people living/working in the community or for non-profit organisations. It is not intended for paid staff, individuals, parents or people seeking baby and child-specific first aid, or groups without significant need or vulnerability.
If you are a for profit organisation looking to educate paid staff for certified courses or explore workshops for paid staff please see our range of accredited Red Cross Training courses.
Note: You can find free first aid workshops for children and young people here.
What will I learn in this adult first aid workshop?
This interactive first aid workshop run by experienced British Red Cross educators will help you to:
- perform essential first aid skills using everyday objects
- build confidence and willingness to help in a first aid emergency
- assess and manage risks to make informed choices when helping others
Some skills your educator may cover with you include first aid for bleeding, burns, choking, head injuries, broken bones, seizures and first aid for someone who is unresponsive and breathing or not breathing.
How long does the workshop go for?
This first aid workshop has a duration of 90-minutes.
Where else can I learn basic first aid for free?
For more learning after the workshop, you can download our free first aid app, or visit our first aid e-learning pages Learn first aid and Learn first aid for babies and children.
Testimonial
"I found the leader of the session really good because he gave relatable and realistic examples of when you might need to give first aid. I also think discussing the barriers to first aid was really important."First aid workshop participant (adult)
More frequently asked questions about our free workshops
Who can take part in an adult workshop?
How can I take part in a workshop?
What level of education do you need to take part?
How does a group of three book onto the same workshop?
How can users with additional needs be supported?
What is expected from me if I take part in a workshop?
I’m having problems booking a workshop, what should I do?
Will I get a certificate or qualification for completing the first aid workshops?
Who can take part in an adult workshop?
These free workshops are suitable for people living/working in the community or for non-profit organisations. They are not intended for paid staff, individuals, parents or people seeking baby and child-specific first aid, or groups without significant need or vulnerability.
Suitable adults aged 19 and older can take part in a workshop by either joining as an individual or within an organised group. Online and telephone workshops are available for both individual and group bookings. Face-to-face workshops are only available for group bookings and to those most in need. Group bookings can be between 5 to 15 people.
If you are a for profit organisation looking to educate paid staff for certified courses or explore workshops for paid staff please see our range of accredited Red Cross Training courses.
How can I take part in a workshop?
You can take part in our workshops in different ways. While the content is broadly the same, the workshop you take part in will be based on several factors including your location and personal circumstance. Here's what you can expect from the different delivers.
Online
Online workshops take place on Microsoft Teams. This is specified when making your booking. You can use a smart phone, tablet or computer for the online sessions - you just need a microphone to take part. You can book an online workshop by filling out the correct booking form.
Face to face
The face-to-face workshops involve our educator coming to an agreed location to deliver the workshop in person. All you will need is space for the group to work in a comfortable and safe manner. Not everyone will be eligible for a face-to-face workshop. To find out if your group is and to book a session, click the link below.
What level of education do you need to take part?
There's no educational requirement to take part in the workshop.
How does a group of three book onto the same workshop?
You can each book a workshop as individuals or contact our support team who can talk you through your options either via email RedCrossEducation@Redcross.org.uk or call 0344 412 2734.
How can users with additional needs be supported?
If you require additional support, then please get in touch with our team. They will be able to advise on specific cases. This could include students with English as a second language, blindness/low vision, and deafness/hearing loss.
What is expected from me if I take part in a workshop?
The workshops are interactive and there's an expectation that you will join in with activities and discussion. How much you join in is based on what you are comfortable with. If you have any concerns about interacting with a group please contact our support team via email RedCrossEducation@Redcross.org.uk or call 0344 412 2734.
I’m having problems booking a workshop, what should I do?
If you run into problems or feel more comfortable speaking to someone from our team then please get in touch with us, either via email RedCrossEducation@Redcross.org.uk or call 0344 412 2734.
Will I get a certificate or qualification for completing the first aid workshops?
The workshops are designed to build personal skills and offer valuable insight into topics and issues affecting people and their communities. Rather than a formal qualification, each workshop has a set of learning objectives that can be achieved by completing the entire session. If you or your group take part in a first aid workshop, we can provide a certificate of learning you can fill in yourself or on behalf of others, but this does not meet any workplace requirements. For accredited first aid courses, please visit British Red Cross training.
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