Introduction to our recognised first aid training courses in Switzerland
Would you like to learn lifesaving skills, obtain a first aid certificate recognised in Switzerland or strengthen workplace safety within your company? SafetyFirst offers a comprehensive range of first aid training courses designed to meet the needs of individuals, professionals and public organisations throughout French-speaking Switzerland.
Our range includes modules suitable for all levels:
- introduction to BLS-AED-SRC (Basic Life Support + AED),
- advanced IAS 1 and IAS 2 training for workplace first aiders,
- specialised paediatric first aid sessions for responding effectively to children and infants.
All our courses are certified, comply with Swiss standards (SRC, IAS) and are delivered using an active teaching approach based on realistic scenarios, practical simulations and professional equipment (CPR manikins, AED simulators).
Thanks to our hybrid formats — classroom-based, e-learning or blended — you benefit from flexibility without compromising on quality. Whether you are in Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg, Neuchâtel, Bulle or in the canton of Valais, you can access high-quality first aid training near you… or directly at your company.
Your advantages with SafetyFirst
Interactive training
Our training courses combine interactivity and practice for a dynamic and engaging safety learning experience.
Customised training
We value your time: courses are scheduled around your availability to minimise operational disruption.
Certified Training
We incorporate international safety standards, finely tuned to your company’s local specifics.
Why train in first aid?
Every year in Switzerland, more than 8,000 cardiac arrests occur outside hospitals. In a medical emergency, every second counts. Being trained in first aid means being able to act quickly and effectively to save a life — whether at work, at home or in a public place.
Whether you are an individual concerned about those around you or a company committed to the well-being of your employees, taking a certified first aid course is a civic and professional commitment. It is also an essential compliance tool for meeting the requirements of the Swiss legal framework (MSST requirements) relating to occupational health and safety.
Our courses cover a wide range of situations: loss of consciousness, stroke, bleeding, burns, choking, as well as the correct use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), a CAT tourniquet and the appropriate response when a child is in distress.
Training means:
- strengthening occupational risk prevention,
- improving collective responses to unexpected situations,
- providing a more secure and reassuring working environment,
- and obtaining an officially recognised certificate (SRC, IAS).
Lifesaving skills cannot be improvised. By mastering them, you become an active contributor to safety and collective resilience, whether within your family, organisation or community.
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Our certified programmes
SafetyFirst offers a complete range of certified first aid training courses adapted to all levels and needs. Whether you are looking for basic resuscitation training, a first aid course for businesses or specialised training for children, we have the right solution for you.
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BLS-AED-SRC Training – Learn lifesaving skills
The BLS-AED-SRC training course (Basic Life Support + Automated External Defibrillator) provides the essential foundation for anyone wishing to learn how to respond to cardiac arrest. Recognised by the SRC (Swiss Resuscitation Council), it teaches you the XABCDE algorithm, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and how to use an automated external defibrillator.
- Duration: 4 hours
- Audience: all adults, beginners and professionals
- SRC certification valid for 2 years
- Format: e-learning, blended or classroom-based
- Available in: Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg and at your company premises
IAS 1 Training – General first aid for businesses and public organisations
The IAS 1 training course goes beyond BLS. It enables participants to master first aid skills for a wide range of situations: injuries, loss of consciousness, burns, poisoning, workplace accidents and more.
Ideal for companies wishing to comply with MSST requirements, this course is also recommended for teachers, supervisors and social workers.
- Duration: 14 hours (modular)
- Objectives: management of life-threatening and functional emergencies
- IAS certificate recognised nationally
- Format: blended (online theory + supervised practical training)
- Compatible with occupational health and safety requirements
IAS 2 Training – Advanced first aid in the workplace
The IAS 2 level is intended for trained first aiders wishing to deepen their skills. It covers complex situations such as multiple trauma, stroke, internal bleeding and prolonged resuscitation, with more advanced practical simulations.
- Skills refresher training recommended every 2 years
- Training available for individual companies or groups of companies
- IAS 2 certificate with modules adapted to your sector (construction, healthcare, education, etc.)
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Paediatric first aid training – Saving a child or infant
This specialised course is designed for early childhood professionals, teachers, parents and anyone working with children.
It covers the physiological characteristics of children and infants, as well as the appropriate response in cases of falls, choking, seizures and cardiac arrest, and more.
- Targeted content: paediatric CPR skills, recovery positions and vital signs in children
- Ideal for: nurseries, schools, babysitters and childminders
- Certificate of attendance provided at the end of the session
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Teaching methodology and available formats
At SafetyFirst, our first aid courses are not limited to theory. They are built around an andragogical approach focused on adult learners, with priority given to hands-on experience, realistic simulations and retaining the right responses.
Our programmes are based on real-life intervention scenarios: a workplace accident, a fall in a school environment, cardiac arrest in a public place, a paediatric emergency at home… Each training sequence is designed to immerse you in a concrete situation, encouraging an effective and safe response.
Flexible formats adapted to your needs
Because your availability varies, we offer flexible formats:
- Classroom-based: small-group sessions led by our certified instructors
- Blended: e-learning theory (self-directed) + classroom-based practical training (supervised)
- 100% online (for certain introductory or refresher modules)
All courses include digital resources, practical assessments, educational videos and professional equipment: CPR manikins, AED simulators and first aid kits, available in our shop.
Training that delivers practical expertise
Each participant leaves with:
- Technical skills validated by a qualified instructor
- A digital or printed quick-reference guide adapted to the training completed
- An officially recognised certificate of attendance or certificate (SRC, IAS)
We place particular importance on progressive skills development, respecting each participant’s pace while ensuring the practical application of knowledge, which is essential in high-risk environments (industry, construction, educational establishments, etc.).
Where can you take our first aid courses?
SafetyFirst offers its certified first aid training courses in several regions of French-speaking Switzerland, ensuring easy access whether you are an individual or a company. The first aid courses are delivered by field experts, including Cyril Dufour.
We provide training both at our partner centres and directly on site, at your premises, for a tailor-made organisation.
Our main training locations
- First aid training in Geneva
Close to public transport and right in the city centre. Ideal for inter-company sessions or individuals. - First aid training in Lausanne (canton of Vaud)
Regular sessions for BLS-AED, IAS 1 and IAS 2 modules. Equipped classroom with parking available. - Training in Fribourg & Bulle
Particularly suitable for schools and local SMEs. Group options available. - Training in the canton of Neuchâtel
Available on request, particularly for companies and public organisations. -
First aid training in the canton of Valais
Available on request, particularly in Sion, Martigny and the surrounding area. Suitable for companies, public organisations, schools and private groups. Sessions are available for BLS-AED, IAS 1 and IAS 2 modules.
On-site training at your company
Would you like to train your employees without requiring them to travel? Our teams travel throughout French-speaking Switzerland to organise workplace first aid sessions that meet your scheduling and location requirements.
- Preliminary needs assessment
- Content adapted to the risks of your sector (construction, healthcare, industry, etc.)
- Official certification issued to every participant
Online or blended training
We also offer e-learning modules leading to certification, compatible with blended formats for:
- BLS-AED-SRC training,
- the refresher training of first aid skills,
- or acquiring the basics as a beginner.
- BLS-AED Lifesaving Skills Training
- BLS-AED training not certified by the SRC
- First aid training in isolated or extreme environments
- First aid training in aquatic environments
- Disaster and crisis management training
- First aid training for pets (dogs and cats)
- Emergency training for healthcare facilities and EMS
FAQ about our BLS-AED-SRC training courses in the canton of Vaud (Lausanne, Nyon, etc.)
BLS-AED-SRC is a basic course focused on cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). It lasts approximately 4 hours and is intended for anyone wishing to learn essential emergency lifesaving skills.
IAS 1, on the other hand, is a more comprehensive course (approximately 14 hours) covering a wide range of situations: loss of consciousness, bleeding, burns, trauma and more. It is recommended for companies, schools and public organisations.
In Switzerland, MSST requirements oblige companies to ensure the safety of their employees. This includes appointing trained first aiders. The recommended course in this context is IAS 1, which meets the legal requirements for workplace first aid.
Yes. The BLS-AED-SRC course is officially recognised by the Swiss Resuscitation Council (SRC). It follows Swiss cardiopulmonary resuscitation protocols and provides a certificate valid for two years.
Yes, some courses are available through e-learning. SafetyFirst offers blended formats in particular: a theoretical component completed remotely and a practical component delivered in person, allowing you to combine flexibility and certification.
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Yes. It is recommended to renew your BLS-AED-SRC training every 2 years, in accordance with SRC recommendations. For IAS 1 and IAS 2 courses, periodic refresher training is also recommended to keep skills up to date.
Absolutely. SafetyFirst offers on-site company training, delivered directly at your premises. The content can be adapted to the specific occupational risks of your sector (industry, construction, healthcare, etc.), and the organisation tailored to your requirements.
First aid courses teach essential lifesaving skills: assessing the victim’s condition, calling the emergency services, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), using an automated external defibrillator (AED), treating bleeding, burns and fractures, placing a person in the recovery position, and responding appropriately to illness or stroke.
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