Free Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work Course in Mansfield. Classes run at West Notts College. This is a one-day course, so it fits around other commitments without taking up weeks of your time. You'll cover CPR, choking, managing an unresponsive casualty, wounds, shock, and more. No formal qualifications are needed to enrol; the course is open to adults aged 19 and over. It meets Health and Safety Executive requirements, making it a recognised emergency first aid at work qualification for low-risk workplaces such as offices, shops, and call centres.
Who this course is for
This one-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is ideal for individuals needing essential first aid skills, particularly those nominated as first aiders in low-risk workplaces such as small offices, shops, and call centres. West Notts College, a trusted provider of high-quality first aid training, ensures this course meets the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) requirements, giving you confidence that your training is compliant and effective. Who is this course for? Nominated first aiders in low-risk work settings Individuals seeking their initial EFAW certification First aiders needing to refresh their qualification. Course highlights Regulated Level 3 qualification - Recognised nationally and meets workplace first aid requirements. Practical skills for real-life scenarios - Gain hands-on experience to respond confidently in emergencies. Applicable in low-risk workplaces - Perfect for settings like offices, shops, and community environments.
Entry requirements
This course is only available to adults aged 19+. No formal qualifications are required to take this course.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to assess an emergency incident and decide on the right response.
You'll practise CPR and learn how to use a defibrillator.
You'll learn how to manage an unresponsive casualty and place them in the recovery position.
You'll learn how to help someone who is choking.
You'll learn how to treat wounds, bleeding, minor burns, and scalds.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to shock and seizures.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of an emergency first aider in the workplace.
How you will learn
The course is delivered in a classroom at West Notts College over a single day. Learning is hands-on: you'll practise first aid techniques on scenarios covering real emergency situations. Assessment is practical and knowledge-based, carried out on the day. You do not sit a written exam. Small class sizes mean you get support from the instructor throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Notts College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
First Aider: appointed workplace first aider in offices, shops, or call centres.
Receptionist or administrator: many employers require a nominated first aider on site.
Retail supervisor: responsible for staff safety in low-risk retail environments.
Care worker: a first aid certificate supports applications in community care roles.
School or nursery support staff: useful alongside other safeguarding qualifications.
Warehouse operative: some employers ask for a first aider among their team.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (3-day course): the full HSE-regulated qualification for higher-risk workplaces or roles where a more comprehensive first aid certificate is required by employers.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: covers first aid for infants and children; often required or preferred in childcare and education settings.
IOSH Managing Safely: a recognised health and safety qualification for those moving into supervisory or management roles.
