Totem Medical Academy
We will support your learning & medical training practices to ensure you feel confident in a range of medical emergencies.
Welcome to Totem Medical Academy – Where Real-World Medical Training Comes Alive
At Totem Medical Academy, we’re redefining medical education. Based in Manchester, our expert instructors bring frontline experience from the NHS, medical aviation, and military emergency medicine – delivering training that’s grounded in real-world practice.
We offer a wide range of courses, including:
First Aid at Work (Adult and Children)
First Response Emergency Care (FREC Level 3 & Level 4)
Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving (CERAD)
Safe Administration of Life Saving Medications (SALMs)
CPD and advanced clinical skills development
Whether you’re just beginning your pre-hospital care journey or stepping up to more advanced responsibilities, our courses are built to support your growth, confidence, and clinical performance.
Upcoming Courses
Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving (CERAD) – Level 3
Prices from £3450
First Response Emergency Care (FREC3) – Level 3
Prices from £320
First Response Emergency Care (FREC4) – Level 4
Prices from £450
Safe Administration of Lifesaving Medication (SALMs) – Level 3
Prices from £230
Training That’s Affordable, Comprehensive, and Designed Around You
At Totem Medical Academy, we believe great training blends clinical rigour with hands-on realism. That’s why our courses – from FREC3 and FREC4 to CPD and CERAD – are delivered by practising professionals and tailored to reflect the challenges you’ll face in real settings.
Looking for guidance? Our team is here to help you choose the right training path – whether you’re a first aider, a developing responder, or preparing for blue light emergency driving or improving safety in your operations.
Get the support, clarity, and confidence you need from a team that’s invested in your success.
First Aid at Work Training – Built for Your Business
Every business is different. That’s why we offer flexible, regulated First Aid training solutions tailored to your organisation’s specific requirements:
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Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) – Perfect for small businesses, this 1-day course covers essential first response skills for low-risk workplaces.
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First Aid at Work (FAW) – Our comprehensive 3-day course is ideal for larger teams or higher-risk environments, ensuring your staff are fully equipped to respond confidently in emergencies.
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Paediatric First Aid – Designed for those working with children or in childcare settings, this 2-day course meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements and equips learners to manage paediatric medical emergencies with confidence and care.
We also offer add-on training for full Health & Safety compliance, including:
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Fire Marshal Training
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Moving & Handling
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Health & Safety Essentials
All courses are regulated and aligned with national standards, giving you peace of mind and reducing the burden of due diligence. Whether you’re a nursery, school, office, or retail environment – we’ll work with you to create a safer, more responsive workplace.
Let’s build a culture of safety together. Contact us today to discuss your first aid training needs and optional Health & Safety add-ons.
Advance Your Career with Regulated, Career-Building Courses
At Totem Medical Academy, our Continuing Professional Development courses are just one part of a wider range of clinical qualifications designed to help you advance and specialise.
Our popular professional development and qualification programmes include:
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FREC 3 & 4 – Step-by-step qualifications in pre-hospital emergency care.
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ECG Accelerator – Gain confidence in ECG interpretation.
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Pre-hospital Maternity & Emergency Obstetric Complications
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Haemorrhage Control and Trauma CPD
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Pre-hospital Ventilation Masterclass
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MIMMS & Joint Major Incident Events
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Emergency Response Driving (CERAD) – Gain the skills and qualifications for blue light response driving.
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Safe Administration of Life Saving Medications (SALMs) – Specialist training for medics operating in crowd or event environments.
Every course is practical, engaging, and designed to support real decision-making and clinical care.
Join a community of learners committed to excellence – and let us help you reach your potential.
Did you know? In 2023–24, an estimated 604,000 workers in Great Britain sustained a non‑fatal injury at work – that’s up from around 561,000 the previous year.
Book onto our Manchester‑based First Aid at Work courses now!
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