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First Aid Courses in Edinburgh & Lothians

Rescue Med is an Accredited Qualsafe Training Centre - Certified to provide you HSE recognised First Aid Awards.

Professional First Aid training in Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian, and West Lothian, trusted by local businesses, schools, and event organisers across Scotland. Our courses are led by qualified Paramedics and experienced first responders, ensuring every learner gains the confidence and competence to act effectively in real emergencies.

Whether you’re a small business needing First Aid at Work (FAW) certification, a local organisation looking for Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) training, or a team that wants to refresh essential lifesaving skills, our hands-on, scenario-based approach guarantees realistic and memorable learning.

Get in Contact to discuss your needs:

0131 202 1580

"only 9.5% of people survive an Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest"

That’s why Rescue Med keeps first aid training affordable,
to empower more people to act when every second counts

Additional Courses available on request

Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
Combined FAW & Paediatric (RQF)
Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support for Adults and Children (RQF) 
Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (RQF)
Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF)
Combined EFAW & EPFA (RQF) 
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Forestry First Aid +F (RQF) 
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (Annual Refresher)
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult BLS, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF) 

First Aid Courses For Dentists and Clinical Practices:

Rescue Med works in collaboration with GP surgeries, dental practices, and healthcare clinics across Edinburgh and the Lothians to ensure full compliance with HSE, and clinical governance standards.
Our accredited “In Clinical Practice” First Aid Courses are designed specifically for clinical environments — covering Basic Life Support (BLS), medical emergencies, anaphylaxis management, CPR, and AED use.

Delivered on-site by qualified Paramedics and experienced healthcare instructors, our sessions provide convenient, hands-on training for your entire team without disruption to your working day.

Why Rescue Med?

First Responder Training Academy

Local expertise – Based in Edinburgh, serving all surrounding areas including Midlothian, East Lothian, and West Lothian.

Real-world instructors – Courses delivered by registered Paramedics and emergency medical professionals.

Flexible delivery – On-site training at your workplace or at our dedicated Rescue Med Training Centre in Roslin.

Fully accredited – HSE-compliant and Qualsafe Awards approved training, meeting UK workplace standards.

Competitive rates – Affordable group bookings for companies, community groups, and event teams.

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Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support in Clinical Practice
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis in Clinical Practice (RQF) 
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support for Adults, Children and Infants in Clinical Practice (RQF) 
Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis for Adults, Children and Infants in Clinical Practice (RQF)

Upcoming Public Courses

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