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Community First Aid and CPR Courses in Milton Keynes
Practical first aid training for families, individuals, volunteers and community groups
First aid is not only for the workplace. A cardiac arrest, severe allergic reaction, choking emergency or serious injury can happen at home, during sport, at a community event or while spending time with family and friends.
DTMK Training Services provides practical community first-aid, CPR, defibrillator and anaphylaxis training at our training centre in Bletchley, Milton Keynes. No previous first-aid experience is required for most of our community courses.
You can attend as an individual, learn alongside members of your family or arrange private training for a club, charity, school, youth organisation, sports team or community group.
Our community range includes:
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CPR and automated external defibrillator training
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Basic life support for adults, children and infants
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Recognition and management of anaphylaxis
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Broader community first-aid qualifications
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First aid designed for families and young people
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Activity First Aid for sports, leisure and outdoor environments
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citizenAID training for deliberate multiple-casualty incidents
Several courses lead to nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated Qualsafe Awards qualifications. DTMK Family First Aid and First Aid for Young People are non-regulated courses designed and certified by DTMK Training Services for their particular audiences.
Choose What You Want to Do
Book our featured public course
Our forthcoming BLS, AED and Anaphylaxis course covers adults, children and infants. It is a practical, Ofqual-regulated qualification delivered over approximately four and a half hours at our Bletchley training centre.
The course costs £69 per person and can be booked online.
Compare all ten community courses
Not every first-aid course covers the same subjects or age groups. Explore our course guide to compare adult-only CPR, all-ages basic life support, anaphylaxis training, broader first aid and specialist community qualifications.
Arrange training for your group
Private community first-aid training can be arranged for clubs, charities, schools, sports organisations, youth groups, voluntary organisations and other community groups.
Daytime, evening and weekend delivery may be available, subject to the course, venue and trainer availability.
Ask us which course you need
If you are uncertain which course is most appropriate, tell us who needs training, what you want them to learn and whether you require a regulated qualification. We will help you compare the suitable options without pressuring you to book the wrong course.
Featured Course: BLS, AED and Anaphylaxis for All Ages
Learn how to respond to cardiac arrest and severe allergic reactions affecting adults, children and infants
Our featured community course combines three essential areas of emergency response within one practical, regulated qualification:
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Basic life support for adults, children and infants
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Safe use of an automated external defibrillator
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Recognition and management of anaphylaxis
Learners practise CPR techniques for each age group, consider the differences involved when helping adults and children, and develop confidence using an AED. The course also covers the signs of anaphylaxis and the appropriate emergency response, including practical use of adrenaline auto-injector training devices.
This course may be especially valuable for:
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Parents and grandparents
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Family members and carers
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Volunteers and community organisations
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Sports coaches and activity providers
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People supporting clubs and organised groups
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Anyone who wants emergency skills covering people of every age
This is not a general first-aid course covering every illness and injury. It is a focused qualification for people who want practical competence in basic life support, defibrillation and anaphylaxis.
The course is delivered at our training centre in Bletchley, Milton Keynes. It takes approximately four and a half hours and costs £69 per person.
No previous first-aid qualification is required, although learners must meet the practical participation and assessment requirements explained on the course page.
Use the booking panel below to view the available date and reserve your place.
Community BLS, AED & Anaphylaxis
£69
What Community Learners Say About DTMK
"James ran a session for our Running Club to give members the opportunity to have some practical CPR and Defib training, to boost confidence in knowing what to do in a life threatening emergency.
James was clear, knowledgeable (Don’t let his age fool you on that one!) and friendly in his approach to the training. He was able to answer any questions we fired at him, with out hesitation. Most importantly, our members came away with the confidence they were looking for. A great community session. Thank you DTMK and James."
L. Robinson (BLS & AED)
Which Community First Aid Course Should You Choose?
The right course depends on who you may need to help, the range of emergencies you want to cover and whether you need a regulated qualification.
I want to learn CPR and use a defibrillator
Choose one of our focused CPR, BLS and AED qualifications.
Adult-only courses concentrate on resuscitation involving an adult casualty. All-ages courses include the practical differences involved when providing basic life support to adults, children and infants.
If you are likely to help people of different ages, an all-ages course will normally provide the more appropriate preparation.
I want CPR, AED and anaphylaxis training
The adult course is appropriate when learners are primarily likely to assist adults. The all-ages qualification covers basic life support, defibrillation and anaphylaxis involving adults, children and infants.
Our all-ages option provides the broadest combination of resuscitation and anaphylaxis skills within the community range.
I want broader first-aid skills
First Aid Essentials covers a broader selection of emergencies than a focused CPR course. Subjects include CPR, defibrillation, choking, seizures, shock, external bleeding and minor injuries.
It is suitable for people who want practical first-aid knowledge but do not specifically require a workplace first-aid qualification.
I want first aid for my family
DTMK Family First Aid enables parents, grandparents, teenagers and other family members to learn together.
The course covers practical emergency skills in a supportive environment and is designed to make first aid approachable for family members with different levels of previous knowledge.
I need first aid for children or teenagers to learn
DTMK First Aid for Young People uses age-appropriate, practical teaching to help young people develop useful skills, confidence and judgement.
It can be arranged for schools, sports teams, cadet groups, youth organisations and groups participating in outdoor or personal-development programmes, including the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
I support sport, leisure or outdoor activities
Activity First Aid provides more extensive coverage for people supporting sports, leisure, outdoor and activity-based environments.
This two-day regulated qualification covers a broader range of illnesses and injuries than the shorter CPR and community emergency courses.
I need catastrophic-bleeding and public-resilience training
The citizenAID qualification concentrates on personal safety and immediate casualty care following deliberate multiple-casualty incidents.
It includes casualty prioritisation, emergency communication, wound packing and the use of manufactured and improvised tourniquets when professional assistance may be delayed.
I am still uncertain
Contact DTMK and tell us who the learners are, what responsibilities they have and what you want the training to achieve. We will help you identify the most suitable course.
Explore Our Community First Aid and CPR Courses
Explore the qualifications and practical training options below. Each course page explains the content, intended audience, duration, certification and available booking or enquiry route.
BLS, AED and Anaphylaxis for Adults, Children and Infants
This regulated half-day qualification combines basic life support, defibrillator use and the management of anaphylaxis across all age groups.
Learners practise CPR for adults, children and infants, learn how to use an automated external defibrillator safely and consider the differences involved when responding to casualties of different ages. The course also covers recognising anaphylaxis and responding appropriately, including the use of adrenaline auto-injector training devices.
This is the most comprehensive short BLS option within the community range. It is particularly useful for parents, carers, volunteers, sports organisations and community groups whose members may need to assist adults and children.
BLS and AED for Adults, Children and Infants
This regulated half-day qualification focuses on basic life support and defibrillator use across different age groups.
Learners practise CPR for adults, children and infants, safe use of an AED and the management of an unconscious casualty. It is suitable for people who want broader resuscitation training than an adult-only course but do not require the additional anaphylaxis element.
The course may be valuable for parents, carers, teachers, activity providers, sports organisations and volunteers who could encounter emergencies involving people of different ages.
First Aid Essentials
The one-day Qualsafe Level 2 Award in First Aid Essentials provides a practical introduction to a broader range of emergency first aid skills.
It includes CPR, choking, external bleeding, shock and minor injuries. This makes it suitable for people who want more than a CPR-only course but do not specifically require a workplace first aid qualification.
The course can support people with responsibilities in voluntary and community activities as well as members of the public who want the confidence to provide basic first aid in an emergency.
Family First Aid
The DTMK Family First Aid course enables parents, grandparents, teenagers and other family members to learn practical first aid together.
Participants learn how to recognise when somebody needs help, perform CPR, use an AED and respond to choking, bleeding, shock, burns and everyday injuries. The course is practical, supportive and designed to make potentially intimidating subjects easier to understand.
This is an internally designed and certified DTMK course rather than a regulated qualification. It is normally suitable for families with children aged ten and above, although younger children may be able to participate with appropriate supervision.
First Aid for Young People
The DTMK First Aid for Young People course introduces older children and teenagers to practical skills they can use during school, sport, youth activities and everyday life.
Learners consider how to assess an incident safely, perform CPR, use a defibrillator and respond to choking, bleeding, shock and common injuries. Practical scenarios help young people develop confidence, judgement and a willingness to act appropriately.
The course can be tailored for schools, sports teams, cadet units, youth organisations and outdoor programmes, including groups participating in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
Adult Basic Life Support and AED
The Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support and Automated External Defibrillation is a regulated half-day qualification concentrating on adult cardiac arrest.
Learners practise adult CPR, safe use of an automated external defibrillator and the immediate actions required during a life-threatening emergency. It is suitable for members of the public, volunteers and community groups whose primary need is adult resuscitation.
It can also provide a structured opportunity to refresh CPR and AED skills between longer first aid qualifications.
Adult BLS, AED and Anaphylaxis
This regulated half-day qualification combines adult CPR and defibrillator training with the recognition and management of anaphylaxis.
Learners practise adult basic life support, use an AED and consider how to recognise a severe allergic reaction and respond appropriately. This includes practical familiarity with adrenaline auto-injector training devices.
It is appropriate when learners are primarily likely to assist adults and want anaphylaxis management included alongside resuscitation skills.
CPR and AED Training
The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation is a focused regulated qualification for learners who want practical CPR and defibrillator skills.
The course covers assessing a casualty who requires resuscitation, delivering CPR and using an AED safely and effectively. Its concentrated scope makes it useful for community groups and organisations that want their members to become more confident around publicly accessible defibrillators.
This qualification normally carries one-year certification, so customers comparing it with the three-year Level 3 BLS options should consider which course best meets their intended purpose.
Activity First Aid
The two-day Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Activity First Aid is designed for people responsible for first aid in sports, leisure, outdoor and activity-based environments.
It provides broader coverage than a short CPR or emergency-skills course. Learners consider how to assess and manage incidents and respond to a range of serious illnesses, injuries and more minor conditions that can arise during organised activities.
This qualification may be appropriate for coaches, instructors, activity leaders, sports organisations and voluntary groups seeking comprehensive practical first aid training relevant to active settings.
citizenAID Training
The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in citizenAID is a short regulated course designed to help members of the public respond safely following deliberate multiple-casualty incidents.
The course considers situations such as explosions, vehicle attacks, shootings and stabbings. Learners are taught to prioritise their own safety, communicate effectively, identify casualties requiring urgent assistance and manage catastrophic bleeding while emergency-service access may be delayed.
It is particularly relevant to organisations interested in public resilience, emergency preparedness and the immediate management of severe trauma.
Book a Community First Aid Course in Milton Keynes
Public community courses take place at our training centre in Bletchley, Milton Keynes. Individuals, families and organisations needing a small number of places can use the online booking system to view currently available sessions.
The all-ages Community BLS, AED and Anaphylaxis course is currently available for direct booking. Other courses may be added when sufficient interest is received.
If the course you want is not currently displayed on the public calendar, visit its individual page and submit an expression of interest. This does not commit you to booking, but it allows us to understand demand and contact you if a suitable date becomes available.
Arrange Community First Aid Training for Your Group
Community first aid training can be arranged for clubs, charities, voluntary organisations, schools, youth groups, sports organisations, activity providers and other community groups.
Private training allows the course to be delivered for your own participants at your venue or another suitable location. Depending on the chosen qualification, this can be a convenient and cost-effective way to train several people together.
Your venue will need enough space for learners to participate safely in classroom learning, floor-level practical exercises and assessment where applicable. If you do not have an appropriate room, contact us to discuss whether a suitable local venue can be arranged.
Tell us which skills or qualification you are interested in, approximately how many people need training and the ages of the intended participants. We can then help you identify the most appropriate course and delivery arrangement.
Why Choose DTMK for Community First Aid Training?
DTMK Training Services is a Qualsafe Awards approved training centre based in Bletchley, Milton Keynes. Our regulated community qualifications are delivered and assessed in accordance with the relevant awarding-organisation requirements.
DTMK’s first-aid teaching experience dates back to 1996. Our team includes qualified teachers, vocational assessors and trainers with current experience across education, clinical practice, ambulance operations and the management of emergencies in working environments.
Training is practical and supportive. Learners use appropriate resuscitation manikins, AED trainers, adrenaline auto-injector training devices, bleeding-control equipment and realistic scenarios. Participants are encouraged to practise the skills themselves rather than simply watching a demonstration.
Some people arrive worried that they will do something incorrectly. Our role is to help learners understand what to do, why it matters and how to take safe, effective action when somebody genuinely needs assistance.
Public training is delivered at our centre in Bletchley. Private group training can be arranged at suitable venues across Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire. Daytime, evening and weekend options may be available, subject to the course and trainer availability.
Community First Aid Training in Milton Keynes and the Surrounding Counties
Public community courses take place at the DTMK Training Services centre in Bletchley, Milton Keynes.
Private training can be arranged for families, clubs, charities, voluntary organisations, schools, youth groups, sports providers and community organisations across Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire.
If your organisation is outside these areas, contact us with your location and requirements. We will confirm whether suitable training can be arranged.
Further Guidance on Choosing CPR and First Aid Training
Our guide to CPR and defibrillator training explains the differences between adult-only, all-ages and anaphylaxis-inclusive courses in more detail.
If you would prefer a broader overview of the training available from DTMK, our range-of-courses guide introduces the main workplace, paediatric, clinical and community routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can members of the public attend DTMK first aid courses?
Yes. Community courses are specifically intended for members of the public, families, volunteers, clubs and community groups. Available public dates are shown through the online booking system.
Which course covers CPR for adults, children and infants?
The BLS and AED for Adults, Children and Infants qualification covers CPR and defibrillator use across all three age groups. The BLS, AED and Anaphylaxis for Adults, Children and Infants qualification adds the recognition and management of severe allergic reactions.
Which community course includes anaphylaxis?
DTMK offers adult-only and all-ages BLS and AED qualifications that include anaphylaxis management. The all-ages option is particularly useful when learners may need to assist adults, children or infants.
Do I need previous first aid experience?
Most community courses do not require previous first aid experience. Individual course pages explain their specific entry requirements. Learners undertaking practical qualifications must be able to participate in the required floor-level activities and assessments.
Are all community courses regulated qualifications?
No. Many community courses lead to regulated Qualsafe Awards qualifications. Family First Aid and First Aid for Young People are internally designed and certified DTMK courses. Each course page clearly identifies its certification.
Can families learn first aid together?
Yes. The DTMK Family First Aid course is designed so that parents, grandparents, teenagers and other family members can develop practical skills together in a supportive environment.
Can DTMK deliver training for a club or community group?
Yes. Private training can be arranged at a suitable venue for clubs, charities, voluntary organisations, youth groups, sports organisations and other community groups.
What if the course we want is not currently scheduled?
Every course displayed on the DTMK website can be requested. Individuals can submit an expression of interest through the relevant course page, while groups can request private training without waiting for a public date.
How much does community first aid training cost?
Prices depend on the chosen course and whether you are booking individual places or private group training. Current prices are published on the Course Prices page. DTMK is not currently VAT registered, so no VAT is added to the prices shown.
Can community courses be delivered during evenings or weekends?
Evening and weekend training may be available for private groups, subject to the selected course, venue and trainer availability. Contact DTMK with your preferred dates and times so that we can discuss suitable options.
Which course should I choose if I may need to help both adults and children?
Choose an all-ages qualification if you want to practise the differences involved in providing basic life support to adults, children and infants. You can select BLS and AED alone or add anaphylaxis management by choosing the all-ages BLS, AED and Anaphylaxis qualification.
Ready to Learn Skills That Could Save a Life?
Whether you want to book a place for yourself, learn alongside your family or arrange training for an organisation, DTMK can help you choose an appropriate course.
Book the featured all-ages BLS, AED and Anaphylaxis course online, explore the full range or contact us to discuss private daytime, evening or weekend training.