About Us

We believe that providing first aid is simple.

Teaching it should be kept simple. 

We started this company back in 2008 after volunteering at a safety event.  We were teaching 10 and 11 year olds some basic first aid techniques that they could use on family and friends.  At the end of session we were amazed to be asked by the adult helpers if we could teach them some first aid, as we had made it look so simple.  HS First Aid Training was born.


Since then we have been delivering first aid courses and training to businesses, healthcare staff, individuals, schools, nurseries and students.

Our Team

Helen Harrison

  • Owner and trainer

    Helen is a paramedic with over 30 years experience.  She has worked in the ambulance service as a paramedic and operational commander.  She currently works as a paramedic in primary care where she manages urgent presentations to the surgery.
    She holds an PG Cert in Education (PGCE).  Her key interest is in giving learners the confidence to start carrying out first aid.


Steve Close

  • Owner and trainer

    Steve is a paramedic with over 25 years experience.  He has worked in the ambulance service, primary care and emergency departments.  He currently works as an advanced paramedic practitioner for an ambulance service and is a lecturer at City St George's University of London.  He holds an MSc in Advanced Practice and a PG Cert in Healthcare and Biomedical Education.  His key interest is in ensuring that learners grasp the key concepts and don't get bogged down in the detail.