Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose me as your trainer?

As a retired police officer, I have extensive experience in First Aid, Mental Health and Safeguarding. I also instructed Personal Safety to police officers and utilised ‘Behavioural Detection’ in policing operations. Consequently, I possess a wealth of knowledge in these areas.

Please see my Endorsements page for my reviews.

should i do one of your courses?

I’m a little bias, but yes, everyone should know some first aid, you never know when you might need it. A few simple steps can save a life. The same is first aid for mental health where once again, taking a few simple steps, lives can be saved.

For Safeguarding, it is everyone’s responsibility to protect children and vulnerable adults from abuse and neglect.

Personal Safety & Behavioural Detection gives you, your family, friends & work colleagues added security.

What will i get from the course?

Upon completion of any of the first aid courses, you will receive a nationally recognised qualification. More importantly, you will walk away with potentially life saving skills and have the confidence to use them.

For Safeguarding, you will obtain skills and knowledge as well as a recognised qualification, that helps you to detect or prevent children or vulnerable adults being the victim of abuse or neglect.

How much will it cost?

My most popular course, is Emergency First Aid at Work. I charge £110.00 pp.

Compare this to the charges quoted by leading first aid training companies of £260.00 + VAT or £210.00 + VAT for exactly the same course. (correct as of January 2026).

Remember there is no VAT cost, or hidden costs, the cost includes all handbooks, full tuition and certificates (Certificates are awarded by the First Aid Awards. FAA are an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual and SQA Accreditation).

If there is a number of you that wish to be trained at the same time then contact me and we can come to an agreeable price.

How many people can attend the course?

Minimum of 2 people and a maximum 12 people (First Aid)

16 people (First Aid for Mental Health)

12 people (Personal Safety)

Where do courses take place?

I come to you. A course can take place in your home, workplace, sports club, or any other appropriate venue, you decide. However, if you do not have a venue, training can take place at

TS Saumarez, Sea Cadet Centre, Fairways, Teddington TW11 9PL which has free parking and kitchen facilities.