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Cedar Tree Training

Cedar Tree Training provides high-quality first aid and manual handling courses from our dedicated training space in Burton-on-Trent.

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Practical, professional training that builds real confidence

Our courses are suitable for individuals, businesses, schools, nurseries, care providers and community organisations. Training is delivered in a friendly, supportive environment, with an emphasis on practical skills that can be confidently applied in real-life situations.

Whether you need a workplace qualification, want to update your existing skills or simply want to feel better prepared in an emergency, we can help.

What we teach

Our Courses

  • Emergency First Aid at Work – One-Day Course

    Our one-day Emergency First Aid at Work course provides learners with the essential skills needed to respond to common workplace emergencies.

    The course includes:

    • Assessing an emergency
    • CPR and the safe use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
    • Managing an unresponsive casualty
    • Choking
    • Seizures
    • Shock
    • Bleeding and minor injuries
    • The responsibilities of a workplace first aider

    This course is ideal for people working in lower-risk environments, as well as anyone who wants to develop essential first aid knowledge and confidence.

    Course duration
    One day
    Suitable for
    Individuals and workplace groups
  • First Aid at Work – Three-Day Course

    Our comprehensive three-day First Aid at Work course is designed for people who need to take on the role of a workplace first aider.

    Alongside the skills covered in the one-day course, learners will develop a broader understanding of how to recognise and respond to a range of illnesses and injuries.

    Topics include:

    • CPR and use of an AED
    • Unconsciousness and recovery position
    • Choking, seizures and shock
    • Serious bleeding
    • Burns and scalds
    • Fractures and spinal injuries
    • Head and chest injuries
    • Heart attacks and strokes
    • Asthma, diabetes and allergic reactions
    • Recording and reporting incidents

    This course is particularly suitable for larger workplaces and environments where employees may face a greater level of risk.

    Course duration
    Three days
    Suitable for
    Individuals and workplace groups
  • Paediatric First Aid

    Our Paediatric First Aid training is designed for parents, carers, childcare professionals and anyone responsible for the wellbeing of babies and children.

    The course provides practical guidance on how to respond calmly and effectively during a paediatric emergency.

    Topics may include:

    • CPR for babies and children
    • Using an AED
    • Choking
    • Unresponsiveness and the recovery position
    • Seizures and febrile convulsions
    • Bleeding, burns and fractures
    • Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
    • Childhood illnesses
    • Head injuries
    • Managing emergency situations involving babies and children
    Suitable for
    Parents, carers, nursery staff, childminders, teachers and childcare professionals
  • Manual Handling

    Our Manual Handling course helps learners understand how to move and handle objects safely while reducing the risk of injury.

    The course combines essential theory with practical demonstrations and gives learners techniques they can apply in the workplace.

    Topics include:

    • Understanding manual handling risks
    • Common causes of workplace injuries
    • The basic principles of safer moving and handling
    • Assessing a task before attempting it
    • Safe lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing and pulling
    • The importance of good posture and positioning
    • Using equipment and asking for assistance
    • Employer and employee responsibilities

    Courses can be tailored to suit the needs of different businesses and working environments.

    Suitable for
    Individuals, employers and workplace teams
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Training for Individuals and Businesses

You can book a place on one of our scheduled courses or contact us to discuss private training for your organisation.

Group training can be arranged for businesses, schools, nurseries, care providers and other local organisations. Depending on your requirements, training may be delivered at Cedar Tree Training or at your workplace.

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Why Choose Cedar Tree Training?

What you getCedar Tree Training
Friendly and supportive teachingYes
Practical, hands-on learningYes
Experienced trainersYes
Small groups with opportunities to ask questionsYes
Convenient Burton-on-Trent locationYes
Training for individuals and private workplace groupsYes
A comfortable, professional learning environmentYes
The Cedar Tree building in Burton-on-Trent

Our Location

Courses are held at Cedar Tree Training in Burton-on-Trent, with a dedicated space for practical demonstrations and group learning.

Full directions, parking information and joining instructions will be provided when you book.

Get in touch

Book a Course or Request More Information

If you would like to book a place, arrange training for your workplace or discuss which course is right for you, please contact our team.