First Aid Training Harrogate

First Aid Training Harrogate Quality bespoke First Aid Training courses run in the Harrogate and North & West Yorkshire area.

Back to normal routines… and back to everyday dog walks 🐾❄️After Christmas, many of us settle into quieter rhythms - lon...
10/01/2026

Back to normal routines… and back to everyday dog walks 🐾❄️

After Christmas, many of us settle into quieter rhythms - longer walks, fresh air, and getting outside again.

But winter walks can bring a few extra challenges too.

A few gentle reminders when it’s cold or icy:
❄️ Watch for slippery paths and frozen puddles
🧂 Wipe paws after walks to remove salt or grit
🧊 Be careful near icy ponds or streams
🐕 Keep an eye out for limping, cuts or sore pads

Most pet emergencies don’t happen in dramatic moments. They happen on normal days, during normal walks.

Pet First Aid isn’t about panic - it’s about feeling calm and prepared when something unexpected happens. Knowing how to respond, when to act, and when to call the vet can make all the difference.

If you’d like to feel confident caring for your furry family members, my Pet First Aid courses run in small, relaxed groups in Harrogate. Drop me a message for upcoming dates 🐶💛

No big resolutions here. No pressure to change everything overnight.Just one quiet intention for the year ahead:✨ to fee...
07/01/2026

No big resolutions here. No pressure to change everything overnight.

Just one quiet intention for the year ahead:
✨ to feel prepared
✨ to feel confident
✨ to feel capable when it matters

First Aid training isn’t about expecting the worst. It’s about carrying a steady sense of confidence into everyday life - knowing that if something unexpected happened, you’d know what to do.

If learning First Aid has been on your “I’ll do that one day” list for a while… maybe this is your gentle nudge.

Friendly, practical First Aid courses run regularly in Harrogate - and that confidence stays with you long after the course ends ❤️

As we head towards Christmas, I just wanted to say a quiet thank you.To everyone who’s trained with me this year - thank...
24/12/2025

As we head towards Christmas, I just wanted to say a quiet thank you.

To everyone who’s trained with me this year - thank you for showing up, asking questions, and building confidence in skills that really matter.

To those who’ve supported, shared posts, recommended my courses, or sent kind messages - I’m so grateful.

Christmas can be joyful, busy, emotional and exhausting - sometimes all at once. My hope is that you head into the festive season feeling a little calmer, a little kinder to yourself, and confident in the knowledge that being prepared really does make a difference.

Whether that’s First Aid for work, for family, for pets, or for wellbeing - confidence is something that stays with you long after the decorations come down.

Wishing you a calm, safe and gentle Christmas 🎄💛
Patti

Harley has a few Christmas reminders for his fellow four-legged friends (and their humans) 🐶🎄This time of year is full o...
23/12/2025

Harley has a few Christmas reminders for his fellow four-legged friends (and their humans) 🐶🎄

This time of year is full of treats, decorations and visitors - which can all be a bit risky for curious paws and noses.

A few gentle reminders:
🚫 Keep chocolate, mince pies, grapes and raisins well out of reach
🚫 Watch out for tinsel, wrapping paper and decorations
🚫 Be careful with festive plants like poinsettias and lilies
🚫 Keep cocktail sticks and skewers and make sure they are safely disposed of

Sometimes being prepared is half the battle!

Most pet emergencies happen during normal, everyday moments - not big dramatic situations. And knowing what to do calmly and confidently can make all the difference.

If you’d like to feel prepared for your pets, my Pet First Aid courses run in small, relaxed groups in Harrogate. Drop me a message to find out my next dates 🐾

Harley wishes you a very Merry (and safe) Christmas.

Christmas is full of joy… and also a surprising number of little mishaps!Burns, slips, cuts, and the occasional choking ...
22/12/2025

Christmas is full of joy… and also a surprising number of little mishaps!

Burns, slips, cuts, and the occasional choking scare tend to peak at this time of year - usually when we’re rushing, distracted, or juggling ten things at once.

Here are a few of the most common festive injuries and some calm, simple steps you can take if they happen.

Little reminders like these can make the difference between panic and calm action.
And if you’d like to feel even more confident heading into the new year, my friendly, practical First Aid courses in Harrogate are a great place to start. ❤️

The week before Christmas can be a lot.Deadlines, expectations, family plans, social events… and the quiet pressure to f...
18/12/2025

The week before Christmas can be a lot.

Deadlines, expectations, family plans, social events… and the quiet pressure to feel cheerful, even when you’re exhausted.

If you notice someone feeling overwhelmed, withdrawn, or just “not quite themselves”, that matters. And knowing how to respond with calm, kindness and confidence can make a real difference.

That’s what Mental Health First Aid Awareness is all about. It’s not about fixing people or having all the answers - it’s about:
✨ spotting early signs
✨ starting supportive conversations
✨ knowing where and how to signpost for help

Sometimes the most important first aid we offer isn’t physical. It’s simply being prepared to notice and listen.

If you’d like to build that confidence - for work, volunteering, or everyday life - my Mental Health First Aid Awareness courses in Harrogate will return in January.

Drop me a message, and I’ll share the next dates 💚


In any emergency - big or small - the calmest person in the room makes the biggest difference.And here’s the secret… Cal...
14/12/2025

In any emergency - big or small - the calmest person in the room makes the biggest difference.

And here’s the secret… Calm doesn’t come from being fearless. Calm comes from feeling prepared.

When you know the simple steps to take - whether it’s for choking, burns, fainting or something more serious - you move with confidence instead of panic. And everyone around you feels safer because of it.

That’s why I teach First Aid the way I do:
✨ relaxed
✨ clear
✨ practical
✨ no pressure, no jargon

Because confidence isn’t loud. It’s steady, quiet, reassuring… and it’s a skill you can learn.

If you’d like to feel like that person - the calm one, the steady one - my First Aid courses in Harrogate run regularly throughout the month.

Drop me a message if you’d like the next dates ❤️

11/12/2025

When we slow down - even just a little - we make fewer mistakes.

We move more mindfully. We feel more grounded. And if something unexpected does happen, we’re far more able to act with confidence rather than panic.

That’s one of the things I love most about First Aid training in Harrogate - it doesn’t just teach skills. It builds a sense of calm you carry into everyday life. A quiet confidence that stays with you long after the festive season has passed.

So this December, take a breath. Be kind to yourself. And know that calm really does make everything feel a little safer. ❄️💛

We often imagine emergencies as dramatic, chaotic moments… But most real emergencies are quiet, unexpected, and happen i...
08/12/2025

We often imagine emergencies as dramatic, chaotic moments… But most real emergencies are quiet, unexpected, and happen in everyday places.

Someone faints in a shop.
A colleague suddenly feels unwell.
A family member becomes unresponsive.
A friend starts choking at dinner.

Would you know what to do?And more importantly - would you feel confident doing it?

My Emergency First Aid at Work courses are practical, calm and completely jargon-free. You’ll learn simple steps that genuinely make a difference, and you’ll walk away feeling ready, not overwhelmed.

📍 Run regularly in Harrogate
💷 £98 per person | Accredited for 3 years
👥 Small, relaxed groups

If you’d like to feel confident in an emergency, drop me a message for the next course dates ❤️

A question I’m asked all the time: “Will I be put on the spot during the course?”The answer is no - absolutely not.My Fi...
06/12/2025

A question I’m asked all the time: “Will I be put on the spot during the course?”

The answer is no - absolutely not.

My First Aid sessions in Harrogate are calm, friendly and supportive. You’ll never be embarrassed, singled out, or pressured to do anything you’re uncomfortable with.

We learn step-by-step, we practise together, and everything is explained clearly and kindly.

By the end, people always say the same thing: “I was nervous before I came… but I actually really enjoyed it.” ❤️



If you’ve been putting off booking a course because you were worried about this - consider this your gentle reassurance. You’ll be looked after from the moment you walk in.

📍 Harrogate | Small groups | Accredited training

As December starts to ramp up, we decorate, we bring 'special foods' into the house, and we act very differently! Whilst...
03/12/2025

As December starts to ramp up, we decorate, we bring 'special foods' into the house, and we act very differently! Whilst Christmas is full of treats for us… but not always for our pets! 🎄🐶

A few festive hazards to keep an eye on:
🚫 Chocolate
🚫 Mince pies & Christmas pudding (raisins & sultanas)
🚫 Grapes
🚫 Tinsel & decorations
🚫 Certain plants (like poinsettias & lilies)

A curious nose can get into all sorts = and knowing what to do if your dog or cat suddenly becomes unwell can make all the difference.

My Pet First Aid courses teach you how to respond calmly and confidently, from choking and poisoning to bandaging cuts and knowing when to call the vet.

Perfect for owners, groomers, walkers - and anyone who adores their four-legged friends ❤️

Drop me a message for the Pet First Aid Course in Harrogate!

Winter is a beautiful time of year - but it also brings a few extra risks. ❄️Here are simple First Aid tips to help keep...
01/12/2025

Winter is a beautiful time of year - but it also brings a few extra risks. ❄️

Here are simple First Aid tips to help keep you and your family safe:

✔️ Watch out for icy pavements - slips and sprains are more common
✔️ Keep a few first aid essentials in your car
✔️ Treat cold burns or frostbite symptoms with warm (not hot) water
✔️ Check on elderly neighbours who may be more vulnerable to the cold

Small steps, big difference.

And if you’d like to feel even more confident this winter, my practical, friendly First Aid courses in Harrogate are a great place to start ❤️

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11, Westmoreland Street
Harrogate
HG15AT

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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