Abertay Training

Abertay Nationwide Training Limited are Health and Safety Executive accredited and approved Train the Trainer and Health and Safety Training specialists, with over 400 experienced and qualified trainers delivering courses in the UK and abroad.  Wherever you are located we can offer you the specialised training you require,  either at our main training centres in Coatbridge, Dundee, London, Manchester, Belfast, Cardiff and Newquay or at various other venues throughout the UK.  Additionally, we are happy to arrange in-house training for your staff at your premises, thereby saving you staff travelling time and expenses.  We keep a very close eye on all current and new legislation and ensure that our customers are up to date with all regulations.  Over the years we have gained a valued reputation, working for a diverse range of customers, all of whom appreciate our commitment to our motto of price, quality and service.  Have a look at our website to see some of the companies who use our services regularly. 

Train the Trainer Courses

As an approved and accredited Train the Trainer Course specialist, Abertay offer a vast range of Train the Trainer Courses.  We deliver our training at various venues in the UK and abroad, or we can deliver the courses on site.  It makes sense to have your own in-house trainers, who can then teach your staff where and when suits you best, saving you time and money and offering the added benefit of someone on site who can offer continued support.  Our Train the Trainer courses cover a huge and diverse range of subjects, from First Aid to Fire Safety to Food Safety to Stress Management, to name a very small selection.  Your best bet is to visit our website to see the Train the Trainer courses available.  You will be impressed by the variety and scope.

First Aid Training

We are a fully accredited HSE Training Centre, delivering first aid training at venues across the UK.  We also offer on site training so that your employees do not lose time travelling.  Our full range of courses covers everything from basic CP techniques, child and baby first aid, emergency techniques right through to the full 3 day HSE First Aid Training course.  Have a look at our website to see the complete range of courses available.

Manual Handling Training Courses

A proper understanding of correct manual handling techniques is essential for workers everywhere, from offices, factories and schools to hospitals and care homes, etc.  Our range of courses covers two distinct areas of manual handling – objects and people.  Your workers can attend one of our many venues across the UK or we can deliver the Manual Handling training at your premises, thereby saving you worker down time and travelling expenses.  We also offer a course for those wishing to be on site trainers in their workplace.  Check out the Manual Handling courses available on our website.

Health and Safety Training

Health and Safety awareness is vital in the workplace, as well as in schools, hospitals and other establishments.  At Abertay we offer a wide range of Health and Safety Training Courses, offering everything from basic awareness and knowledge to full certification by the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH).  We run certification courses approved by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH), as well as Institute of Occupational  Safety and Health (IOSH) courses in Working Safety and Managing Safety.  We train at venues across the UK or can arrange to deliver Health and Safety Training on your premises.  Have a look at our website to see the many Health and Safety Training courses available.

Security Courses

Across various areas of the security industry, holding the correct and relevant security qualification is a vital mandatory requirement.    At Abertay our highly experienced trainers deliver security courses approved by the Security Industry Authority to ensure you have the relevant qualifications.  We offer training in static and patrol security, retail security, conflict management and a course for door supervisors.  You can attend one of our many venues across the UK or we can deliver security training on-site, abroad as well as in the UK.  See our website for more information on the Security Training Courses we offer.

Business and Computer Courses

Our range of business courses covers such diverse areas as customer service, presentation skills, stress management, report writing and interview skills, to name just a few.  See our complete range on our website.  All our business courses can be delivered in house anywhere in the UK.  You can choose your preferred learning method for our computer courses – all of which can be done on an individual basis or via on-site group training.  Our computer training covers all the basics of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, accounting and more and training is available at levels from beginner to advanced.  More information on computer courses can be found on our website.

NCFE Accredited Fire Safety Risk Assessor (Level 3) Course

This 2 day course is for those who want to teach and assess Fire Safety Training courses or Fire Warden Training courses, as well as other shorter courses.  Course applicants must hold a valid HSE First Aid at Work certificate or equivalent MOD certificate or must be qualified nurses.  Subjects covered include fire safety and human behaviour in fire situations, fire safety teaching and training, fire routines, identification and application of fire extinguishers and fire risk assessment and legislation.  Our courses are run at various venues throughout the UK, or we can arrange to deliver this training on-site.  More information about this course can be found on our website.

FPOS – First Person on Scene (Basic)

Our 2 day First Person on Scene Course will give you all the basics you need as an emergency responder, covering a variety of topics from patient assessment through to medical emergencies, trauma and much more.  Full details of areas covered can be seen on our website.  Likely candidates will include cabin crew, film crew, emergency personnel and more.  Courses are run at our centres in London, Manchester, Cardiff, Belfast and Glasgow or can be delivered on-site at your convenience.  At the end of the course, after completing a written and practical assessment, candidates will receive an emergency care qualification certificate from IHCD (Edexcel).

CIEH approved Manual Handling Training (Level 2)

We offer manual handling training courses approved by CIEH (The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) for those who are interested in teaching and assessing manual handling in the workplace.  On successful completion of the course, trainees will be able to teach manual handling of objects, risk assessment and manual handling of people.  Our courses are available at centres throughout the UK or we can arrange to deliver them to your staff on-site.  Have a look a our website for more information.

Working at Heights Training

There are regulations and legislation in place governing all employees who work at heights.  Our Working at Heights course covers the 2005 Working at Heights Regulations PPE, as well as safe use of ladders, risk assessment and elimination and reduction of risks.  All successful trainees will receive Working at Heights Certification.  We deliver this training at venues throughout the UK or can arrange to come to you for on-site training.  See our website for more information.

Conflict Management Course

The need for security at all levels is vital and national legislation is now in place that requires everyone working in the area of security to have completed basic job training in security.  Our Conflict Management Course covers risk assessment, avoiding, resolving and defusing conflict, as well as learning from conflict.  We run courses throughout the UK or can arrange to deliver to your employees on-site.  Have a look at our website for more information.

Microsoft Word Computer Course

Many use Microsoft Word on a regular basis, but are aware of only a small portion of the tools available in this programme.  We offer open learning Microsoft Word courses so that you can choose your level and learn new skills, shortcuts and applications.  Our modules cover a wealth of topics from basic use of documents on to tabs and indents and through to more advanced uses, such as mail merge, graphics and macros.  These are only a few of the areas covered, so have a look at our website to see more.

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Training

Our Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Training is vital for all employees who manage, use, transport or store dangerous substances.  It is ideal for induction or refresher training and covers all current and new COSHH regulations.  Topics include Health and Safety at work, identification and classification of dangerous chemicals, risk assessment and control and prevention as well as emergency procedures.  There is more, so please look on our website for full details.  Courses are run at venues throughout the UK or can be delivered to your staff on-site.

CIEH Risk Assessment Training (Level 2)

Effective Risk Assessment is a statutory obligation under the Health and Safety at Work Act, therefore our Level 2 CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) Risk Assessment course is vital training for all employees who carry our risk assessment in the workplace.  The 1 day course covers Health and Safety at work, hazard spotting, practical risk assessment, hazards and control measures and reviewing and record keeping.  We offer training courses at centres throughout the UK or can arrange to deliver training to your staff on-site.  See our website for more information.

CIEH Environmental Awareness Training

Environmental Awareness has become increasingly important and will continue to do so.  We offer a 1 day Environmental Awareness Training course, accredited by CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health).  Topics covered in this comprehensive course include environmental issues, law and environmental management, waste management and pollution, business and the environment, transport and energy and water.  We offer this training at venues throughout the UK or can deliver at your premises.  See our website for more information and course dates.

First Aid at Work (2 day Renewal)

Our First Aid at Work 2 day Renewal Course is for those who have already undertaken First Aid at Work Training.  This is a comprehensive course covering a range of first aid issues including resuscitation, bleeding and shock, unconsciousness, transporting of casualties, poisons and record keeping.  This is only a selection of the topics covered, so please have a look at our website for full details.  All successful candidates will receive a HSE First Aid at Work Training Certificate, which is valid for 3 years.  Our training is delivered at a variety of venues across the UK or we can come to you for in-house training.