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Expert Training Courses in First Aid, Health & Safety
Pochat Training is a family-run business based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, founded by Ottilia Pochat, a former primary school teacher with over 20 years of experience in education and special needs training. We specialize in delivering engaging, interactive, and practical training courses across first aid, health and safety, mental health, food safety, and disability awareness. Our approach combines deep expertise with innovative teaching methods, ensuring participants gain confidence and competence in critical life-saving and professional development skills.With a team of skilled family members supporting operations, we prioritize personalized service and adaptability to meet diverse client needs, whether through virtual classrooms, in-person sessions, or on-site training nationwide.
Services
First Aid at Work
Paediatric First Aid
Mental Health First Aid
Food Safety Training
Health and Safety Courses
Disability Awareness
Anaphylaxis Management
Fire Safety Training
Manual Handling
CPR and AED Training
Highlights and features
- We offer interactive, hands-on training tailored to real-world scenarios.
- Our team includes experienced educators and specialists in first aid and mental health.
- Flexible delivery options: virtual, in-person, or on-site training nationwide.
- CPD-accredited courses with practical, confidence-building content.
- Family-run business prioritizing personalized service and client satisfaction.
Associations and certifications
- CPD Accredited
What people say
Engaging and fun
Knowledgeable trainers
Hands-on practical sessions
Confidence-building courses
Excellent post-training support
Services
First Aid at Work
Our First Aid at Work courses equip participants with essential life-saving skills, including CPR, wound care, and emergency response. Designed for workplaces, these sessions emphasize hands-on practice and scenario-based learning. Participants gain confidence in managing accidents until professional help arrives, meeting HSE requirements for trained first aiders.
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid courses teach recognition and support for common mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and stress. Through interactive workshops, participants learn to approach crises calmly, provide initial support, and guide individuals toward professional help. Ideal for workplaces aiming to foster mentally healthy environments.
Food Safety Training
Food Safety Training covers hygiene practices, allergen management, and HACCP principles for catering, retail, and manufacturing sectors. Courses ensure compliance with UK food safety laws, focusing on preventing contamination and maintaining safe food handling procedures in professional kitchens and businesses.
Health and Safety Courses
Health and Safety courses address risk assessment, COSHH, manual handling, and fire safety. Designed for diverse industries, these sessions help organizations comply with regulations, reduce workplace injuries, and create safer environments through practical risk mitigation strategies.
Disability Awareness
Disability Awareness programs enhance understanding of neurodiversity, autism, dyslexia, and physical impairments. Tailored for educators and workplaces, these courses promote inclusivity, effective communication, and reasonable adjustments to support individuals with diverse needs in professional and educational settings.
People
Ottilia Pochat
Owner and Lead Trainer
Ottilia Pochat is a former primary school teacher with over 20 years of experience in education and special needs training. She specializes in creating engaging, interactive training programs that combine pedagogical expertise with practical skills in first aid, mental health, and safety.
Son 1
IT and Security Specialist
Ottilia's eldest son manages IT infrastructure and cybersecurity, ensuring seamless virtual training delivery. His technical expertise supports the business's online operations and digital security, enabling efficient client engagement and course administration.
Son 2
Systems Analyst
Ottilia's middle son specializes in systems analysis, financial management, and marketing. He develops efficient processes for course scheduling, client communications, and business growth, contributing to the company's operational excellence.
Questions
What types of courses does Pochat Training offer?
We provide first aid, mental health, food safety, health and safety, and disability awareness training, available virtually, in-person, or on-site nationwide.
Are your courses CPD accredited?
Yes, all our courses are CPD accredited, ensuring they meet professional development standards for continuous learning.
Can you deliver training at our workplace?
Yes, we offer on-site training tailored to your organization's needs. Contact us to arrange a session at your location.
Do you offer refresher courses?
Yes, we provide annual refresher courses for first aid, mental health, and safety certifications to maintain compliance and skills.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide in the UK, with regular courses in Chesterfield, Sheffield, Nottingham, and Leicester, plus virtual options for global access.
Reviews (5)
Sarah Neal
Sep 24, 2021
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I attended an online Mental First Aider Training with Ottilia and her style of teaching was superb. She adopts a kind and professional approach at all times. I trusted her and appreciated her persistence and commitment around helping me to grasp new information. Highly recommend Ottilia because she clearly knows what she is talking about.
Daniel White
Aug 09, 2021
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I should have written this recommendation a while ago because I've had the pleasure of attending 2 of Ottilia's Short Courses. Tonight, I had to put one of those courses into action when my partner had a Tonic Clonic seizure. The training I had from Ottilia meant that I was completely calm and was able to ensure my partner was safe from harm.
Ottilia's courses are engaging, interesting and give you the necessary tools to help someone in need. You may hope that you never need to use the skills you learn but if you do, then there's no better way to be prepared. I am in Ottilia's debt and I am very
Ottilia's courses are engaging, interesting and give you the necessary tools to help someone in need. You may hope that you never need to use the skills you learn but if you do, then there's no better way to be prepared. I am in Ottilia's debt and I am very
Derrick Tait
Mar 26, 2021
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Just completed the bleeding and catastrophic bleeding CPD course...excellent course, very engaging. Covered a range of different wounds, different types of bleeding, different methods to stop bleeding, wound care etc. All in all, a great course. Will certainly be doing more 👍
Deborah Bradley
Mar 24, 2021
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I have recently completed Ottilia Pochat's Level 3 in Education & Training course. I can thoroughly recommend Ottilia as a teacher/trainer, she made the course fun, entertaining and engaging as well as providing excellent teaching using a variety of tools and techniques.
Feedback was open and honest and I can really see an improvement in my techniques over the weeks and feel confident that I could deliver a much better quality course ensuring that I can adapt to all learning styles and individual needs. I only regret that this course has come to an end as I really looked forward to my weekly
Feedback was open and honest and I can really see an improvement in my techniques over the weeks and feel confident that I could deliver a much better quality course ensuring that I can adapt to all learning styles and individual needs. I only regret that this course has come to an end as I really looked forward to my weekly
Glen Michael
Feb 25, 2021
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I undertook a remote learning Health and Safety level 2 course. I was very impressed with the course, layout, and the work put in by Ottilia was brilliant. My course pack arrived well before the start date and I was emailed regular updates. The course was ofqual accredited, which was very important to me.
