Looking for first aid courses in Swansea or accredited FREC courses in South Wales? MSW Events delivers professional, hands-on training led by frontline medics.
We offer a full range of regulated qualifications, from Emergency First Aid at Work to FREC Level 3 and Level 4, designed for individuals, event staff, security operatives, and those pursuing a career in pre-hospital care.
Train with confidence and gain the practical skills to save lives. Courses run regularly in Swansea and across South Wales — with flexible dates, expert instructors, and competitive pricing.
FAW L3: £384.99
Learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with a range of emergency first aid situations, including: managing an unresponsive casualty, CPR, choking, shock, wounds and bleeding and minor injuries.
This qualification is for people who have a specific responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community
activities, to provide help to people in a range of first aid situations
Learners must be at least 14 years old on the first day of the training and be able to perform practical tasks
at floor level.
7 x Practical assessments
2 x Theory assessments (Multiple Choice Question Papers).
This qualification contains 2 mandatory units with a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 22 hours.
MHFA: £325.00
Develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to recognise and respond to signs of mental ill-health in others.
This course is ideal for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of mental health and develop the skills to support their own and others’ wellbeing in the workplace.
Open to delegates aged 18 or older.
Those aged 16 or 17 can attend with written parental or guardian consent.
A basic command of English (Level 2) is required.
Complete a computer-based assessment within 28 days of completing the training, in your own time.
Two days.
FREC 3: £511.00
The First Responder Emergency Care course is a higher qualification than a standard first aid at work course, and therefore previous first aid experience or training is highly recommended before completing the FREC qualification.
This course is designed for those who are often first to arrive at a potential first aid emergency.
Delegates must be aged 18 or older to attend this course.
Candidates need a basic command of English (defined as Level 2).
6 x Practical assessment/skills tests
3 x Theory assessments (multiple-choice question papers)
2 x Anatomy and physiology papers
1 x Invigilated in-person exam
Five days
The course requires approximately. 19 hours of pre-course study, via workbooks and online portal. Please allow three weeks from booking your place to attending the course to ensure enough time for this pre-work.
FREC 4: £545.00
It is the second step within the FREC pathway and is accepted by the private ambulance and event medical sector as an entry to mid-level qualification that can qualify you to work as an Emergency Care Assistant.
Minimum age of 18
Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care.
Accumulated 118 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as FREC 3.
NB: If you need a CPD portfolio or work log, please contact us.
3 x Practical assessments
2 x Skills tests
3 x Assignments
3 x Invigilated exams
5-day course over 3 months.
ILS L4: £150.00
Qualsafe Level 4 Award in Out of Hospital Adult Immediate Life Support (RQF) replaces the withdrawn Qualsafe Level 4 Award in Immediate Life Support (RQF) qualification.
Unit 1: Working in The Private Security Industry.
FREC annual ILS refresher.
Learners must hold a Level 4 in First Response Emergency Care or a suitable equivalent clinical qualification.
1 x Theory assessment (Multiple Choice Question Papers)
2 x Practical assessments
1 x Skills test
One-day course.
SALM L3: £230.00
This regulated and nationally recognised qualification has been designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to safely administer medication in a Prehospital environment.
Responsibility at work to be able to safely administer and monitor the effects of medication within their scope of practice.
Be at least 18 years old
Be employed by a CQC registered organisation (or overseas equivalent)
Have completed the Qualsafe Level 4 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF) or a QA recognised equivalent.
5 x Practical assessments/skills tests
1 x Theory assessment (learner workbook).
Two-day course.
Paramedic-led — Our instructors work actively in prehospital care, bringing real-world knowledge into every session.
Realistic Simulation — We focus on realistic, scenario-based training to build true competence.
Small Class Sizes — More one-on-one time with trainers, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Flexible Delivery — Train at our South Wales centre or arrange on-site training at your location.
Career-Focused Courses — Build skills recognised across healthcare, security, outdoor industries, and emergency services.
Pathway to Paramedic Practice — Start your journey with our FREC 3 and FREC 4 qualifications.
