Are First Aid Courses Free?

First aid courses can be invaluable, equipping you with the skills to potentially save a life. But when it comes to the cost of these courses, there can be some confusion. Are they free, or do you have to pay?

The answer, unfortunately, isn't a simple yes or no:

• Online Resources: There are options to find out information about first aid with free online resources, whilst this isn’t a replacement for practical training it can provide basic knowledge, although be careful where you get your information from. 

• Online Courses: It is possible to do some courses purely online, which provides a cheap option to do a course. Check out our WORKPLACE and EDUCATION online courses.

• Subsidised Courses: Many workplaces, community groups or volunteer organisations run subsidised (or free) courses, so worth keeping an eye out for them

Factors that can influence the cost:

• Course Type and Duration: Basic first aid courses tend to be shorter and, therefore, cheaper than more comprehensive ones. Courses can range from a few hours (for example our Basic First Aid course)  to a few days such as Emergency First Aid At Work (for WORKPLACE or EDUCATION), so it is worth understanding what you are looking for

• Minimum Numbers: Different organisations are happy to run courses with different minimum numbers. At Oodles Training, we aim to keep your costs down by running courses at your venue for a little as 3 people at a time (or, of course, you can individually join one of our public courses). When you go above 3 people you only pay for the places you book so you won’t be paying for places you don’t need!

• Different Learning options. These days there are flexible learning options for learning first aid. Whilst some certificated courses are more limited in how they are run, others can be run online, live-virtual, blended or face to face.

Even if you have to pay for a course, we believe (although we accept we are biased) the benefits of learning first aid are priceless. You'll gain the confidence and skills to respond effectively in an emergency, potentially saving a life and because your qualification is valid for 3 years the monthly cost of having this knowledge becomes very manageable.

Need Help?

If you are still unsure what is the right course for you, or want some advice please get in touch: hello@OodlesTraining.com