Online Basic First Aid Training in Saudi Arabia
Basic first aid is the immediate care you give to an injured or suddenly ill person before medical
help arrives. Learning these skills means you can act fast and correctly when seconds matter,
whether at work, at home, or on the road.
First aid helps you stay calm and act when someone gets hurt or feels very sick. At Future Institute, you learn these skills in a hands on first aid training course. Certified trainers teach you at our classroom in Al Khobar, or they come to your workplace. You practise CPR, stopping bleeding, treating burns, and helping someone who is choking. You do this on manikins, so you know what to do in a real emergency. We train people all over the Kingdom, from Jubail and Dammam to Riyadh and Jeddah. At the end, you get a certificate that Saudi employers trust.
What Is Basic First Aid?
Basic first aid is the immediate care given to an injured or sick person before professional medical help arrives. The basic principles are simple: check the scene is safe, assess the casualty, call for help, and give life saving care until an ambulance comes. This basics first aid information is the foundation of every workplace and home safety plan, and the starting point of our training.
In Saudi Arabia, emergencies can happen anywhere, and the first few minutes often rest on the people nearby before medical teams arrive. That is why first aid knowledge matters for every worker, driver, teacher, and parent, not just trained medics.
First Aid Course Content
Our first aid training combines classroom theory with hands
on practice. You cover eight core modules:
Module | What you cover |
|---|---|
The first aider’s role | Duties, safety, and consent when helping a casualty |
Scene and casualty assessment | Checking for danger, response, and breathing |
CPR | Chest compressions and rescue breaths for adults and children |
Using an AED | Safe use of an automated external defibrillator |
Airway and recovery position | Opening the airway and positioning an unconscious casualty |
Bleeding and wounds | Controlling bleeding, cleaning and dressing wounds |
Burns, scalds, and nosebleeds | Cooling burns and stopping nasal bleeding safely |
Choking, fainting, poisoning, shock | Managing the most common medical emergencies |
Basic First Aid for Common Emergencies
This course prepares you to handle the medical emergencies you are most likely to face:
Basic First Aid in the Kitchen and at Home
The kitchen is where most household accidents happen: burns, scalds, cuts, and choking. First aid in the kitchen means knowing how to cool a burn, stop a bleeding cut, and clear a blocked airway fast. Our training gives every family member and worker the basic first aid knowledge to respond calmly at home, not just on the worksite.
Basic First Aid Courses: Which One Do You Need?
Future Institute offers a ladder of first aid courses, so you can match the training to your role. Most workers start
with the basic course, while designated first aiders and safety teams take the longer options.
| Course | Duration | Best for | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Aid, CPR and AED | 1 day | General workers, drivers, teachers | 2 years |
| Basic Life Support (BLS) | 1 day | Healthcare and site safety staff | 2 years |
| Emergency First Aid at Work | 1 to 2 days | Appointed workplace first aiders | 2 years |
| Advanced First Aid | 3 days | Site medics and response teams | 2 years |
Not sure which fits your team? Message us on 0597423196 and we will guide you.
Course Duration and Delivery Method
The basic course runs for one day, about six hours, and includes teaching, practice on manikins, and a skills check. You can train two ways: at our Al Khobar center with full equipment, or at your own workplace when we bring the trainers and gear to you. Training at your site suits companies certifying a team together.
If you prefer to begin remotely, we also offer online basic first aid training in Saudi Arabia. You cover the theory online and finish the practical skills check with a trainer. This blended option suits busy staff who want to start at their own pace before the hands on session.
Which First Aid Certificate Do Saudi Employers Accept?
Saudi employers accept first aid certificates from recognised bodies. The right one depends on your sector.
| Body | Recognised for |
|---|---|
| IADC | Oil, gas, and industrial sites, including Aramco and GCC contractors |
| Saudi Heart Association (SHA) | Healthcare and BLS roles inside the Kingdom |
| Highfield | General workplace first aid |
Future Institute issues IADC accredited certificates, and every card can be checked through our QR code
verification system. Always confirm the body your employer asks for before you book.
Certification & Accreditation
On completion, you receive an accredited first aid certificate from Future Institute, a TVTC approved and ISO 9001:2015 certified center in Al Khobar.
Our first aid and CPR training is delivered to IADC DIT standards, so IADC basic first aid certification is recognised by drilling and oil and gas contractors across the Kingdom. Every certificate and ID card is QR code verifiable for instant, fraud proof checking.
TVTC Approved
Officially recognised training provider in Saudi Arabia.
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Quality management system audited and verified.
QR-Verified Certificates
Instant, fraud-proof online verification for every learner.
Aramco-Contractor Ready
Delivered to drilling industry training standards.
Basic First Aid Kit Training and Workplace Kit Checks
A good first aid kit holds supplies for the common injuries above, such as adhesive plasters for small cuts, sterile gauze and bandages for larger wounds, antiseptic wipes, disposable gloves, a CPR face shield, and a burn dressing. It should also carry basic medicines for a first aid kit, like pain relief, an oral rehydration salt sachet, antiseptic cream, and any personal medicines such as an inhaler or allergy pen. Keep one at home, in your car, and at every workplace, and check the expiry dates often.
In our basic first aid training, we show you how to use each item correctly and when to reach for it in a real emergency. As part of our on site training, our certified trainers also review your workplace first aid kits, advise on what your team needs, and make sure your staff can respond with confidence when an accident happens.
How Much Does First Aid Training Cost in Saudi Arabia?
The fee depends on whether you train alone or as a group, at our center or at your workplace, and how many people attend. Group training at your site costs less per person as the numbers grow. For a current price for yourself or your team, call or message us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the fee and the next available batch.
Who Should Attend
This first aid course is ideal for workplace first aiders, safety officers, teachers, drivers, site workers, parents, and anyone who wants life saving skills. It also helps employers meet their workplace first aid duty under Saudi Ministry of Human Resources (MHRSD) rules and the standards expected on Aramco and GCC worksites. Students from Al Khobar and Dhahran colleges also train with us to strengthen their job applications.
Why Train With Future Institute for Advanced Professional Training?
Future Institute is a safety training center based in Al Khobar, serving learners and companies across Saudi Arabia. Our first aid training gives you:
Where We Deliver First Aid Training Across Saudi Arabia
Our base is in Al Khobar, close to the Corniche and King Fahd Road. From here, our trainers cover the Eastern Province and the wider Kingdom. We deliver at our center, or at your workplace, in Al Khobar, Dammam, Dhahran, Jubail, Riyadh, Jeddah, and other cities on request. Whether your team works near the King Fahd Causeway, Half Moon Bay, or a plant inside Jubail Industrial City, we bring certified first aid training to your door.
If your team cannot reach a classroom, our online basic first aid training in Saudi Arabia lets staff learn the theory from any city, then complete the practical skills check at our center or on your site. This makes it easy for workers in remote areas or on tight schedules to get certified without travelling far.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book Your Basic First Aid Training
Reserve your place with Future Institute, Al Khobar’s TVTC and IADC recognised safety training center. Our advisors will confirm the next available batch and can deliver the course at your site in Arabic, English, Hindi, or Urdu.