About Us
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Meet Dylan – Founder, Owner and Lead Instructor
Dylan is the founder, owner, and lead instructor at Gain First Aid Training. He established the company over 15 years ago, building on decades of practical experience in emergency response and training delivery. Dylan spent more than 30 years with Ipswich Borough Council—starting on the dust carts and progressing to manage refuse collection and street cleaning operations. His role included recruitment, HR, and health and safety responsibilities, and he has been a workplace first aider from the very beginning.
He later became a trainer for the council, delivering courses in First Aid, Health & Safety, and other subjects. Dylan holds a BTEC Level 4 in First Responder on Scene and has hands-on experience dealing with everything from minor injuries to full CPR. He also completed a degree in Business Management at the age of 40, demonstrating his belief in lifelong learning.
Dylan is known for his calm, approachable style and for using humour appropriately to keep learners engaged and at ease. Outside of work, he is a passionate SCUBA diver and golfer. He has been a member of Ipswich Sub Aqua Club since 1997 and is a qualified BSAC Advanced Diver and Open Water Instructor, with diving experience around the world.
Essential First Aid for Everyone
Providing the skills and confidence to act in an emergency
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Meet David – Instructor, Responder and Mentor
Outside of emergency care, David is a passionate outdoor instructor with 15–20 years of experience in rock climbing and 18 months in kayaking. He has organised large-scale training events and climbing competitions for up to 250 people. He continues to volunteer with RAF Air Cadets and local Scout groups, teaching first aid, climbing, kayaking, and STEM activities to help inspire the next generation.
At Gain First Aid Training, David combines his military background, emergency care experience, and love for teaching to deliver practical, engaging, and potentially life-saving training.
For information on any of our First Aid courses, please contact us.
+ Services We Offer
Accredited First Aid Courses for Businesses and Individuals
At Gain First Aid Training we provide fully regulated First Aid courses for both groups and individuals, tailoring the training to your specific needs. We offer a comprehensive selection of both classroom and on-line courses including First Aid at Work, Paediatric First Aid, and Emergency First Aid at Work. All our courses meet recommendations and guidelines set by the HSE and the UK Resuscitation Council.
Gain First Aid Training are independently audited and Internal Quality Assured (IQA) audited by Pro Training Europe.
Hands-On Learning
Practical skills for real-life situations
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Emergency First Aid at Work
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) – Level 3
Ideal for low-risk workplaces, this 1-day course qualifies you as a workplace first aider, covering essential skills like CPR, choking, bleeding control, and casualty care.
Be prepared for workplace emergencies with a course that’s clear, concise, and engaging.
Emergency First Aid at Work - Forestry
First Aid at Work
Paediatrics First Aid
Blended Paediatric First Aid – Level 3
Our blended option lets you complete the first part online at your own pace, then attend just 1 day in-person to meet the full 12-hour first aid training requirement.
This course is perfect for childminders and childcare professionals needing an EYFS, CSSIW, and SureStart-compliant qualification.
Outdoor First Aid
A must-have for outdoor professionals, instructors, and adventurers, this 16-hour Level 3 course aligns with the Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL) band 3 standards. Learn how to manage injuries, illnesses, and medical emergencies in remote environments where help may be delayed.
Essential training for mountain leaders, outdoor instructors, DofE supervisors, and expedition teams. A 1 day option is also available on request.
Community Bleed Kits
This specialist training covers how to use Public Access Bleed Control Kits to stop life-threatening bleeding in emergencies. Learn to use tourniquets, haemostatic dressings, and wound packing to save lives before paramedics arrive.
Ideal for security staff, event teams, and first responders. Essential skills for bystanders and professionals in high-risk environments.
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E-Learning and Blended
All our E-learning courses are carried out through ProCourses and meet the recommendations and guidelines set by the HSE and UK Resuscitation Council. We have a wide range of e-learning courses available including Anaphylaxis Awareness, Beauty Therapy First Aid and Sports First Aid. For a full list of courses and a discount code for 10% off any E-learning course, please take a look on our E-learning page.
+ Accredited Training, Online Convenience
E-Learning and Blended
All our E-learning courses are carried out through ProCourses and meet the recommendations and guidelines set by the HSE and UK Resuscitation Council. We have a wide range of e-learning courses available including Anaphylaxis Awareness, Beauty Therapy First Aid and Sports First Aid. For a full list of courses and a discount code for 10% off any E-learning course, please take a look on our E-learning page.
+ What Our Clients Are Saying
Real Feedback From Satisfied Learners
We take pride in delivering high-quality training that makes a real difference. Don’t just take our word for it, see what our learners have to say about their experience with us!
Outdoor Pursuits First Aid Level 3
The instructor was relaxed, knowledgeable and the course was informative. Plenty of scope to ask questions
Child First Aid Level 3 (VTC)
I feel so much more confident about administering first aid after this course thanks to my instructors.
First Aid at Work Level 3
Dylan and Dan were excellent instructors. A great course to be a part of and I have come away feeling confident in my abilities as a first aider.
Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3
Very professional and useful. I learnt lots of new things I didn't know had changed from previous courses I have done.
+ What Our Clients Are Saying
Real Feedback From Satisfied Learners
We take pride in delivering high-quality training that makes a real difference. Don’t just take our word for it, see what our learners have to say about their experience with us!
Outdoor Pursuits First Aid Level 3
The instructor was relaxed, knowledgeable and the course was informative. Plenty of scope to ask questions
First Aid at Work Level 3
Dylan and Dan were excellent instructors. A great course to be a part of and I have come away feeling confident in my abilities as a first aider.
Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3
Very professional and useful. I learnt lots of new things I didn't know had changed from previous courses I have done.
Child First Aid Level 3 (VTC)
I feel so much more confident about administering first aid after this course thanks to my instructors.