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Driver & First Aid (DFA) Training
Based in Wimborne, Dorset, DFA Training delivers expert led courses on what to do when an Emergency Vehicle is approaching, First Aid, CPR, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use.
Our trainers bring real world experience from frontline roles, including Emergency Ambulance crews and ex-Police Response Officers, ensuring every course is practical, relevant, and grounded in reality.
AED & CPR Awareness Course
26th March 2026 19:00
Merley, Wimborne
Our Services
AED & CPR Awareness Courses
Can you perform CPR?
Do you know how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)?
Could you help someone who is choking?
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At DFA Training, we help you confidently answer “Yes” to all of these questions—and more.
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Our awareness courses are designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to manage an unconscious patient, use an AED correctly, and perform effective CPR.
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These courses cover:
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The DRABC approach
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AED use
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CPR
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Recovery position
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Managing a choking patient
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Each course begins with a clear, engaging presentation of the key topics, followed by hands-on practice. Every participant has the opportunity to use an AED and perform CPR on manikins, ensuring practical, real-world confidence.
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All of our instructors hold a Resuscitation Council UK Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor qualification.
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Ideal for groups of up to 20 participants.
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Price - £15 per person (min of 10)
Emergency Vehicle 'What to do' presentation
Do you know what to do when an emergency vehicle is approaching?
Do you know where to stop—or how to react safely?
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DFA Training offers interactive online courses via Microsoft Teams that clearly explain how to respond when an emergency vehicle is on approach, helping you keep yourself safe while allowing emergency services to progress efficiently.
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These courses are suitable for:
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New drivers who have recently passed their driving test
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Experienced drivers in need of a refresher
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Driving instructors looking to better advise learners during lessons
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The course duration is 1–2 hours, depending on the number of participants.
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Topics covered include:
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Highway Code rules (HWC Rule 219)
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Emergency vehicle exemptions
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Tactics used by emergency response drivers
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Real-life response driving videos
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What to do (and what not to do)
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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Price - £15 per person
Mike is a freelance First Aid Instructor with extensive experience delivering high-quality training.
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He holds the following instructional qualifications:
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First Aid at Work (FAW)
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Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET)
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Level 4 Award in Preparing for the Mentoring Role
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Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)
Our Team.
Mike Martin
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DFA Training is led by Mike, he is an Emergency Response Ambulance Driving Instructor, and an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) working on a Frontline Ambulance.
He holds a range of respected qualifications, including;
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- Level 3 First Responder on Scene
- ECA Certificate,
- Level 3 CERAD (Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving)
- Level 4 DERADI (Diploma in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving Instructor)
- Resus Council Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor.
​- Teaching and assessing credentials (CAVA and CET).
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Mark Dean
Mark has a strong background in emergency response and public service. Currently working on the front line as an Emergency Ambulance Associate (EAA), Mark brings valuable hands-on experience to every training session. With over 20 years as cabin crew for British Airways, he has a passion for working with people and ensuring their safety and comfort. His previous roles as a Dorset Police Special Constable and Detention Officer reflect his commitment to public service and discipline. He is also a qualified response driver, holding a Level 3 CERAD qualification.​​​​​​​​
Mark too, has completed a Resus Council Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor course
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