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13/01/2026

If you are a Personal Trainer or health professional trying to schedule in your first aid renewal. We have a great option for you, your Emergency first aid at work renewal can be done by ZOOM. The Interactive nature of the session allows assessment and knowledge to be tested and discussions to be had just like an in person class without the travel time.
The course also includes all December 25 updates.

For more information or to book your place on the course on 20th January click on the link below.

[Books are sent out in advance, certification issued after successful completion of the course and camera's must be switched on.]

Emergency First Aid At Work for CHIROPRACTORS & HEALTH PROFESSIONALS – Zoom, Tue 20 Jan 2026 - Emergency First Aid At Work for CHIROPRACTORS / HEALTH PROFESSIONALS  As recommended by the GCC and other overarching bodies , maintaining an up to date First aid certification is strongly advised. Set...

12/01/2026

Last chance for tomorrow Personal licence holder course in Fife
You can book on the link below and also check out all the upcoming fife dates

Edinburgh and Glasgow dates also coming up email me for details
jo@twist-training.com

Twist Training - Personal licence holder training – Twist Training Ltd was established in 2009 jo@twist-training.com 07811214038

10/01/2026

It’s the weekend, emails have slowed down, the coffee’s getting stronger, and if you are a chiropractor, physio, osteopath or other health professional why not take 2 mins to check out my short relevant newsletter tailored just for you and your CPD.

It contains training updates, online course details & things worth knowing, and the occasional gentle nudge that makes you think, “Ah… that’s actually helpful.”

If you fancy something light, relevant, and written by a real human you can have a read and join the mail list if you like it

Have a great weekend
Jo

January isn’t about forcing new beginnings, that’s why so many resolutions fade by February.It’s a month for nurture: rest, reflection, and gently organising your mind and space.

09/01/2026

Friday Fact:
Around 1 in 9 emergency hospital admissions for children in Scotland are due to an unintentional injury, many of which happen at home and could be better managed or prevented with the right first aid skills.

Almost everyone who has attended one of my paediatric first aid classes says the biggest thing they got from the class was confidence.

Confidence that they would know what to do, confidence that they could relax a little, confidence of when and when not to call an ambulance or seek medical attention.

If you could benefit from updating your baby & child first aid confidence check out my courses and get yourself booked in today
Have a great and safe weekend

Jo x

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06/01/2026

Yesterday, I found myself sitting in a sauna while the snow fell outside, a scheduled (because it wouldn't have happened otherwise) and welcome pause while doing some team planning with the Edinburgh Birth and Baby team. (Would highly recommend Soul Water Sauna by the way)

It was also a reminder to myself that mental health first aid isn’t only about responding when someone is struggling. It’s also about creating space to think clearly, regulate stress, and plan with intention.

When teams are supported to slow down, reflect, and reset, they’re better equipped to look after each other, and themselves.
That’s where mental health first aid plays a vital role at work: noticing changes, having the right conversations, and knowing how to signpost support early.

Taking time for wellbeing isn’t a luxury; it’s part of building resilient, effective teams.
Sometimes the best planning happens when we step out of the noise.

Remember when looking at planning for the year ahead to include first aid and First Aid for Mental Health training for your teams.

31/12/2025

Wishing you all a Happy & Healthy 2026

28/12/2025

That quieter space between Christmas and New Year is often one of the best times to pause and think ahead.

While inboxes slow and diaries breathe a little, it’s a good moment to reflect on your team. What’s worked well this year, where support is needed, and how you want 2026 to feel for yourself and your team.

Planning ahead now, whether that’s training, wellbeing support, or essential compliance, removes pressure later and shows your people that preparation and care matter just as much as performance.

Small decisions made in this in-between week can set the tone for a calmer, more confident year ahead.

If 2026 planning is on your mind, now is a great time to start the conversation.

jo@twist-training.com.

28/12/2025

Last Skills Reminder of the Year

Heart Attack
It's really important you recognise the symptoms here and call 999 immediately
Pain, tingling or numbness down the arm or jaw. Chest Pain or in women it can be lower on the chest or even in the back. the pain will be persistent.
Call, rest, chew.
Call emergency services, keep the person calm, and if available, have them chew an aspirin (if told to do so by 999)
If they lose consciousness inform 999 and start CPR

24/12/2025

Wishing everyone Merry Christmas and thank you to all I've trained and worked with in 2026!

23/12/2025

Bit of fun today ...
🎄 The 12 Accidents of Christmas 🎄
(Why December may need its own first aid course)

1. Falling off a chair to reach “just one more bauble.”
2. Tripping over fairy lights you definitely saw there.
3. Burning your tongue on a “not that hot” mince pie.
4. Cutting your finger opening on impossible packaging.
5. Standing on Lego. Barefoot. In the dark.
6. Electric shock from lights older than your Christmas jumper.
7. Slipping on wrapping paper like it’s an Olympic sport.
8. Burns from mulled wine enthusiasm.
9. Gravy-related burns
10. Choking on that extra chocolate
11 Vegetable prep turning into a crime scene.
12. Food poisoning from the undercooked turkey!

🎅 Stay festive. Stay safe. And maybe keep a first aid kit handy.

14/12/2025

Week 11 – First Aid Basics
What to do if someone has a seizure

Protect their head but don’t restrain them at all and NEVER put anything in their mouth, they may bite their tongue or inside their mouth and thats ok.
Move objects away, cushion their head, and let the seizure run its course.
Time it, if there is no history of seizures or it goes over 5 minutes ring an ambulance.
Once they are have finished seizing put them in recovery position and then reassure them when they wake up repeating yourself if needed and make sure someone comes to get them.
If they go into a second seizure call 999

If you need to brush up your first aid skills or book a course for your workplace, get in touch jo@twist-training.com

04/12/2025

Christmas Offer - Giving a Gift with Lifetime Purpose!

Having been asked a few times about this I have put together a lovely Xmas present of a first aid course for 1 or 2 people with extras.

Details are:

1 or 2 places on a paediatric first aid course - online or in person in Edinburgh. Choice of 3 dates per month and valid for 1 year.

1 Family First aid kit (worth £15)

1 super cute icepack (choice of colour)

Comprehensive Handbook and free Xmas Decoration

All Packaged beautifully and posted out to your recipient in time for Xmas (orders taken until 19th Dec, orders after that date can be taken but will not arrive for xmas)

normally £52 for single person or £82 for a couple

Special offer until next Wednesday (11th) of £48 and £76 for a couple

Order direct with myself subject XMAS jo@twist-training.com
also state your choice of colour for your icepack - pink, orange, brown, cream or grey.