First Aid & Safety Training
QQI certified courses across Ireland
Find accredited first aid training from Ireland's leading providers. From workplace requirements to advanced responder courses, get certified with QQI and PHECC approved programmes.
Workplace First Aid Requirements
Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, employers must provide adequate first aid equipment and trained personnel. The HSA recommends at least one Occupational First Aider per 50 employees, or 1 per 25 in high-risk environments.
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First Aid Responder
QQI Level 5 certification for workplaces
Duration: 3 days
From €269
Cardiac First Response
CPR & AED training (PHECC approved)
Duration: 4 hours
From €55
Fire Warden
Evacuation & fire safety training
Duration: 3 hours
From €55
Manual Handling
Safe lifting & movement techniques
Duration: 4 hours
From €55
Leading Training Providers
Irish Red Cross
Ireland's leading humanitarian organisation offering comprehensive first aid training since 1939. QQI certified courses with experienced instructors.
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Order of Malta Ireland
Volunteer-based organisation providing first aid training and services. Highly respected QQI certified courses with practical hands-on approach.
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St John Ambulance Ireland
International first aid charity providing high-quality training. Excellent corporate training packages and public courses.
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First Aid Training Ireland
Professional training company specialising in workplace first aid and safety courses. Flexible scheduling with onsite options.
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Safety Training Ireland
Comprehensive health and safety training provider. Covers first aid, fire safety, and workplace safety requirements.
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CPR Training Ireland
Specialised cardiac and resuscitation training. Perfect for workplaces wanting focused CPR/AED training.
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National Ambulance Service College
Advanced pre-hospital emergency care training. For those pursuing careers as paramedics or advanced first responders.
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Elite Training & Consultancy
Corporate training specialists offering first aid, fire safety, and health & safety courses with flexible delivery.
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Understanding Certifications
QQI (Quality & Qualifications Ireland)
National framework for qualifications. QQI Level 5 is the standard for workplace first aid certification in Ireland.
Valid for 2 years
PHECC (Pre-Hospital Emergency Care)
National body for pre-hospital emergency care standards. Approves Cardiac First Response (CFR) courses.
Valid for 2 years
HSA (Health & Safety Authority)
National body for workplace health and safety. Sets requirements for first aid at work under Irish law.
Enforces workplace compliance
Official Resources
Need Training for Your Workplace?
Most providers offer onsite training at your premises. Contact them directly to discuss group rates and scheduling that works for your team.