Delegates can provide first aid at road and park sporting events, from CPR and concussion to sprains and fractures, and act as a certified Sports First Aider.
People involved in road and park sporting events who need essential first aid knowledge, skills and decision making, including race organisers, marshals, group exercise instructors, coaches and volunteers. It is a strong introduction to first aid in a sports environment and specifically addresses how sporting activity affects casualty care. No previous training is required.
No day release: two-hour sessions before home games and observation on match days.
SFJ Awards and Highfield centre; the certificates safety advisory groups recognise.
Levels 2, 3 and 4 on one pathway, so progression stays with one provider.
Football, rugby, cricket and racing venues across the UK.
We tailor every programme in a planning call. Ask for the full outline and a quote in one go.
The one day First Aid for Volunteers at Road and Park Events certificate course is designed to meet the needs of those involved in sporting events. Certification depends on successful assessment during the course and passing a multiple choice question paper. Those who complete the course successfully are awarded a certificate valid for three years, which entitles the holder to act as a Sports First Aider from the date of issue.
Our trainers have delivered all levels of first aid training, from one day to five day advanced courses. Training is high quality and current, with the latest equipment and handouts, and we relate examples to real life scenarios from your sport or event. A dedicated course co-ordinator supports booking and implementation.
Stewarded football matches, festivals and arenas before moving into event planning, health and safety and risk assessment. Delivers Chapter 8 and assesses spectator safety at live fixtures.
Knows match day from the pitch-side up.Holds the Level 4 Diploma in Spectator Safety Management and the Level 3 and 4 NVQs. Quality assures Levels 2 to 4 and assessed more than 300 stewards on a Premier League club contract in 2026.
Current assessor and IQA for the Level 4 Diploma.The training was informative and well-structured, with clear explanations and useful practical examples. Overall, it was a valuable session that improved my understanding and confidence in applying the knowledge in practice.
He delivered the training in a clear, concise and easy to understand manner. He tailored his training to focus on the actual job role and did not bog us down with irrelevant information.
The training The Tess Group delivered was to a very high standard with everything we need provided. The trainer Nick was a great communicator and clearly knows the content he delivers.
The course was well organised and provided useful knowledge and practical skills. The assessors Jackie and Mark were very helpful, professional and supportive throughout the training.
Theory runs as two-hour sessions before home fixtures and assessment happens on match days.
We work with clubs and their stewarding contractors; the qualification belongs to the learner.
Level 4 runs for individuals; Level 2 and 3 cohorts can combine with another club where it helps.
Level 2 and 3 typically three to six months across a season; Level 4 nine to twelve months.
No. It covers similar core life saving skills but is built around the sports and event environment, including concussion, heat and cold, sports injuries and managing a casualty in public with delayed ambulance access. If you need a workplace first aid certificate for your employer, Emergency First Aid at Work is the right course.
There is no blanket legal requirement, but event organisers have a duty of care and most event medical plans, insurers and governing bodies expect a proportion of marshals and volunteers to be trained. This course is designed for exactly that purpose.
Yes. The course covers administering first aid to both child and adult casualties, including CPR.
3 years from the date of issue. A refresher before expiry keeps you certified as a Sports First Aider.
Sectors: Venues and event organisers
Numbers, location and deadline is all we need. Written quote within one working day.
Numbers, location, deadline. If you need other courses in the same visit, say so and we will plan one trip.