Find the right course

UFAS offers a wide range of training options, from essential first aid and CPR courses to workplace health and safety, mental health awareness and instructor-level training.

First aid courses

First aid training gives learners the practical skills and confidence to respond effectively in an emergency. UFAS provides first aid courses for individuals, workplaces, community groups and organisations.

Course options include PHECC First Aid Response, First Aid Response refresher training, CFR, CPR, AED, basic first aid, paediatric first aid, BLS and Irish Heart Foundation courses such as Heartsaver.

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  • PHECC First Aid Response Course 
  • First Aid Response Refresher
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Cardiac First Response (CFR) Community
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • IHF Heartsaver (CPR & AED)
  • IHF Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Oxygen Therapy Administration

Health and safety courses

UFAS provides health and safety training to support safer workplaces and help learners understand their practical safety responsibilities.

Courses may include manual handling, patient moving and handling, food hygiene, HACCP awareness, fire safety awareness and other workplace safety training.

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  • Manual Handling Course
  • Patient Moving and Handling Training
  • HACCP Awareness — Basic Food Safety Level 1
  • Fire Safety Awareness
  • VDU / DSE Workstation Assessments
  • Abrasive Wheels Training
  • Evacuation Chair Training
  • Fire Warden Training

Mental health first aid courses

Mental health first aid training helps learners recognise signs of mental health concerns and respond appropriately with awareness, care and confidence.

UFAS offers mental health first aid courses at different levels for individuals, workplaces and organisations that seeking to support wellbeing and improve mental health awareness.

View mental health courses

  • FAA Level 1 Award in First Aid for Mental Health
  • FAA Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health 1-Day Course
  • FAA Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health 2-Day Course
  • Mental Health Training for Workplaces

Instructor courses

UFAS instructor courses are designed for learners who want to progress into teaching, training or delivering approved courses within their area of expertise.

These courses support professionals who want to become certified instructors in first aid, manual handling, fire safety, health and safety or other specialist training areas.

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  • First Aid Response (FAR) Instructor Training
  • Cardiac First Response Community ( CFR-C ) Instructor Training
  • Cardiac First Response Advanced ( CFR -A) Instructor Training
  • Irish Heart Foundation Heartsaver Instructor Training
  • Irish Heart Foundation Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Training
  • Instructor Recertification

Training for individuals, workplaces and organisations

UFAS courses are suitable for a wide range of learners, including individuals, employers, community groups, healthcare workers, teachers, childcare workers, construction workers and workplace teams.

Training can support compliance requirements, improve emergency preparedness and help organisations create safer working environments.

Courses are suitable for:

  • Individual learners
  • Employers and workplace teams
  • Community organisations
  • Schools and education settings
  • Healthcare and care settings
  • Construction and trade professionals
  • Trainers and instructors

Learner support and course information

Learners should be able to access key course information before booking, including course duration, certification, assessment requirements, renewal periods and learner resources.

Each course page should include:

  • Course overview
  • Who the course is for
  • What learners will cover
  • Certification or award information
  • Course duration
  • Assessment details
  • Booking information
  • Relevant policies or learner documents
  • FAQs

Not sure which course you need?

Choosing the right course can depend on your role, workplace, certification requirements and previous training.

UFAS can help individuals and organisations identify the most suitable course, whether they need first aid certification, refresher training, workplace safety training or instructor-level qualification.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What courses does UFAS offer?
UFAS offers first aid, PHECC First Aid Response, CPR, AED, health and safety, manual handling, mental health first aid and instructor training courses.

Who can take a UFAS course?
UFAS courses are suitable for individuals, employers, workplace teams, community groups, healthcare workers, teachers, construction workers and organisations.

Does UFAS provide workplace first aid courses?
Yes. UFAS provides workplace first aid and health and safety courses for employers and organisations that need practical staff training.

What is the PHECC First Aid Response course?
The PHECC First Aid Response course is a recognised first aid training course designed to give learners the skills and knowledge needed to respond to emergencies.

Can UFAS help me choose the right course?
Yes. Individuals and organisations can contact UFAS for guidance on choosing the most suitable course based on their needs, role or workplace requirements.

Ready to book a UFAS course?

Whether you are booking training for yourself, your staff or your organisation, UFAS can help you choose the right course.

Call 01 699 1126 or email info@ufas.ie to discuss an on-site course or upcoming course dates.