Looking for first aid training in Birmingham? You're in the right place.
Safe Haven Training delivers nationally accredited first aid courses across the city.
We run open courses at three Birmingham venues, plus onsite training for teams anywhere in the West Midlands. Every course is approved by FAIB and Qualsafe Awards.
Our workplace training aligns with HSE guidance, and our paediatric courses meet EYFS Annex A criteria for Ofsted registered childcare settings.
Certificates are issued within 48 hours of completion. Our current first time pass rate sits at 99%.
We are trusted by national names such as Pirelli Tyres, Ibis Hotels, Age UK and NHS Mid Cheshire Hospital. Local nurseries, schools, care providers and small businesses across Birmingham book with us regularly.
Book a Course at a Birmingham Venue
Where Can I Do First Aid Training in Birmingham?
We deliver first aid training at three Birmingham venues. Each one covers a different part of the city and suits different types of learner.
Choose the venue that fits your location, transport preferences, and workplace needs.
First Aid Training in Central Birmingham (Snow Hill)
Our Snow Hill venue is based at the Holiday Inn Express, Snow Hill Plaza, St. Chad's Queensway, B4 6HY. It sits a few minutes' walk from Snow Hill station and Colmore Row.
Trams run through Bull Street and St Chad's. New Street station is a short walk away.
This venue works well for office based teams in the Colmore business district, hospitality and retail staff across the city centre, healthcare professionals at city centre clinics, and individuals commuting in on public transport.
Parking is not included at this venue.
Read more about our Snow Hill first aid training
First Aid Training at the NEC Birmingham
Our NEC venue is based at the Holiday Inn Express Birmingham NEC, Bickenhill Parkway, B40 1QA.
It sits at Junction 6 of the M42, minutes from Birmingham International station and Birmingham Airport.
Free onsite parking is available for all delegates.
This venue is the natural pick for businesses training staff from multiple sites, and learners travelling in from Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and the wider Midlands.
Group bookings from national employers find this venue especially convenient.
Read more about our NEC Birmingham first aid training
First Aid Training in Oldbury (Sandwell)
Our Oldbury venue is based at the Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Oldbury, Birchley Park Avenue, B69 2BD.
It sits close to the M5 logistics corridor, in the heart of the Sandwell industrial area. Free onsite parking is available.
Delegates give their car registration to reception on arrival.
This venue serves manufacturing and warehousing teams across Sandwell, care providers, nurseries and schools throughout the area, and construction firms working across the wider Black Country.
It is the closest Birmingham venue for many industrial employers.
Read more about our Oldbury first aid training
Which Birmingham Venue Is Right for Me?
Choosing between our three venues is usually straightforward. Use the guide below.
| Your Situation | Recommended Venue |
|---|---|
| Office based team in central Birmingham | Snow Hill |
| Commuting in by train or tram | Snow Hill |
| Multisite business booking group training | NEC Birmingham |
| Travelling from Solihull, Coventry or further afield | NEC Birmingham |
| Industrial, logistics or warehousing team | Oldbury |
| Nursery or school in Sandwell or the Black Country | Oldbury |
| Need free onsite parking | NEC Birmingham or Oldbury |
If you are still unsure, call us on 0800 260 6942. We will help you pick the right venue for your team.
What First Aid Courses Do You Run in Birmingham?
Under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, employers have a legal duty to provide adequate first aid provision for their staff.
At Safe Haven Training, we deliver all the regulated workplace first aid courses required to meet that duty. Each course is approved by FAIB and Qualsafe Awards. Content aligns with HSE, Ofsted and EYFS guidelines.
The same courses run at all three Birmingham venues.
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) - 1 Day
A one day Level 3 qualification and the most popular workplace first aid course in the UK.
It suits lower risk environments such as offices, shops, hospitality venues, and small businesses across Birmingham. Delegates learn the core skills every workplace first aider needs.
That covers CPR, choking, bleeding, and looking after someone who is unresponsive.
The certificate is valid for three years.
First Aid at Work (FAW) - 3 Days
A three day Level 3 qualification for higher risk workplaces.
It is designed for manufacturing, warehousing, construction and larger teams.
FAW covers more ground than EFAW. Delegates learn to handle a wider range of injuries and medical emergencies.
This is the qualification most Sandwell and Black Country industrial employers choose.
The certificate is valid for three years.
First Aid at Work Requalification - 2 Days
For delegates whose FAW certificate is close to expiry. It renews the qualification quickly, without repeating the full three day course.
Book in advance of your certificate expiry date. Late requalification is not permitted under HSE guidance.
Blended Paediatric First Aid - 12 Hours
For anyone who looks after babies and children.
That includes nursery staff, childminders, school staff, nannies and parents. Ofsted registered childcare providers must complete a compliant Paediatric First Aid course.
Our Blended Paediatric First Aid course meets EYFS Annex A criteria, includes baby and child CPR, and is delivered as a mix of online and face to face learning.
This course runs regularly at all three Birmingham venues.
Mental Health First Aid Training
We deliver three levels of Mental Health First Aid qualification:
- Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health
- Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health
- Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health
Fire Safety Training
Our Fire Safety courses cover Fire Wardens and Fire Marshals, designated responsible persons, and general staff awareness.
Content covers fire prevention, evacuation procedures, legal responsibilities under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and the use of fire extinguishers.
Manual Handling Training
Manual Handling remains one of the most common causes of workplace injury in the UK.
Our Manual Handling courses are suitable for office environments, warehouses, hospitality, retail and construction settings.
In House and Onsite First Aid Training Across Birmingham
For teams of six or more, onsite training is often the easier option. We bring the trainer, the manikins, the training defibrillators, and all course materials to your workplace.
This saves your team the travel time and lost hours of a venue day. We deliver onsite first aid training across the whole of Birmingham and the wider West Midlands.
That includes Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, West Bromwich, Halesowen, and the surrounding towns and villages.
Onsite courses can be scheduled at short notice where the diary allows. Split day sessions are available for shift based teams.
Why Choose Safe Haven Training in Birmingham?
- Nationally accredited by FAIB and Qualsafe Awards
- 99% course pass rate across more than 32,000 certified responders
- Certificates issued within 48 hours of course completion
- Trainers with real frontline NHS, paramedic and emergency care backgrounds
- Three Birmingham venues to choose from, plus onsite delivery
- Flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, and short notice bookings
- Klarna and Clearpay available on individual bookings
- Clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees
Whether you are an employer booking group training, a nursery renewing EYFS certificates, or an individual building life saving confidence, we make the process straightforward.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I do first aid training in Birmingham?
Safe Haven Training runs open first aid courses at three Birmingham venues. Snow Hill (central Birmingham), the NEC (Bickenhill), and Oldbury (Sandwell). We also deliver onsite first aid training across the wider West Midlands.
2. How long is a first aid course in Birmingham?
It depends on the course. Emergency First Aid at Work is one day. First Aid at Work is three days. First Aid at Work Requalification is two days. Blended Paediatric First Aid is twelve hours in total, split between online learning and a face to face day.
3. How long is a first aid certificate valid for?
Workplace first aid certificates are valid for three years from the course date. HSE recommends an Annual First Aid Refresher during that period, though it is not compulsory. Paediatric First Aid certificates are also valid for three years under EYFS requirements.
4. How quickly do I receive my certificate?
Certificates are issued within 48 hours of completing the course, subject to passing the practical and theoretical assessment.
5. Do I need first aid training for my workplace?
Yes. The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require every employer to provide adequate first aid provision for staff. What counts as "adequate" depends on the workplace risk assessment. Most low risk workplaces cover it with EFAW trained first aiders. Higher risk workplaces typically need FAW trained staff.
6. Which first aid course should I book?
Lower risk workplaces such as offices, shops and hospitality usually book EFAW. Higher risk workplaces such as manufacturing, warehousing and construction usually book FAW. Ofsted registered childcare settings need the Blended Paediatric First Aid course. If you are unsure, call us on 0800 260 6942 for advice.
7. Do you offer onsite first aid training in Birmingham?
Yes. Onsite training is available across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands for teams of six or more. We bring all equipment. Your team trains at your own premises without leaving site.
8. Do you run weekend first aid courses in Birmingham?
Yes. Weekend and evening slots run regularly at our Birmingham venues. These are popular with shift-based businesses and individuals fitting training around a full time job.
9. Which Birmingham venue has free parking?
Free onsite parking is available at our NEC Birmingham and Oldbury venues. Parking at Snow Hill is not included. Central Birmingham car parks and public transport are the usual options for the Snow Hill site.
10. How do I pay for a first aid course?
Standard card payment is available at checkout. For individual learners, Klarna and Clearpay allow the cost to be spread across smaller instalments. Group and onsite bookings are invoiced by agreement.
Book Your First Aid Course in Birmingham
Booking with us is straightforward.
Open course dates for all three Birmingham venues can be viewed and booked online. For group bookings or onsite training, the quickest route is to send an enquiry through the contact form or call the team directly.
Call 0800 260 6942 Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.
Or email info@safehaventraining.co.uk. We aim to respond to enquiries within 24 hours.