English Course

English-speaking First Aid Course in the heart of Zurich

Ideal for expats, exchange students and international employees: learn all mandatory first aid skills in English while staying only a few steps away from Zurich HB.

  • ASTRA-compliant certificate
  • Small groups with bilingual instructors
  • Course material & slides in English
  • CHF 50 cashback after attendance
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Driving lesson scene in Zurich with tram

International community

Meet other expats preparing for their Swiss driving license.

Practical focus

CPR, AED, bleeding control and communication – all practised in English.

Central location

PH Zurich, Lagerstrasse 2 – 4 minutes from Zurich HB and Europaallee.

Standort & Reisezeit

So erreichst du den Kurs an der Lagerstrasse 2

All English courses take place at PH Zurich, Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zurich.

Distanz

Central Zurich

ÖV

4 min walk from HB

Auto

5 min from parking

Typische Verbindungen

  • • All S-Bahn lines to Zurich HB
  • • Tram 3/14 (stop Sihlpost/HB)
  • • Tram 8 or Bus 31 if you stay near the lake

Mit dem Auto

  • • Use Europaallee, Gessnerallee or City Parkhaus
  • • Plenty of bike stands around the building

Parken: Several public car parks within 300 meters.

What you learn in the English Nothelfer course

During 10 hours we guide you through the Swiss first aid curriculum. You will understand the legal responsibilities, how to secure an accident site and how to communicate with emergency dispatch (dial 144).

Every module ends with hands-on practice: CPR, AED operation, bleeding control, recovery position and handling shock or stress. Our instructors translate key terms and scenarios so you feel confident to act.

  • ABCDE assessment in English
  • Practice with realistic Zurich city scenarios
  • Tips for combining the course with your driving lessons
Classroom set-up for the English first aid course

Designed for expats & students

Most English-speaking participants study at ETH/UZH or work for international companies around the lake, the airport or Zurich West. We adapt our schedule to their busy agendas.

You can ask questions in English or German and receive bilingual cheat sheets. This helps you explain first aid steps to your driving instructor or future passengers.

Entrance to PH Zurich where the English course takes place

Booking & certification

Choose your preferred date on our booking page. After finishing the course you receive a digital certificate within 24 hours. It is valid for six years all over Switzerland.

Need an invoice for your employer or embassy? Just mention it during booking and we will send a PDF right after the course.

Hallway inside PH Zurich leading to the classroom
Europaallee campus next to Zurich HB
Classroom preparation for English first aid course
Driving lesson representing international learners in Zurich

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Häufige Fragen

Is the course fully in English?

The instructor teaches in German and English, but we also run dedicated English groups. Key vocabulary, slides and handouts are available in English.

Is the certificate valid for the Swiss driving license?

Yes, the certificate is ASTRA-compliant and accepted by all Swiss road traffic offices for car and motorbike learners.

Do you offer evening or weekend classes?

Yes. Most English-friendly classes start on Friday evening and finish on Saturday morning, so you can fit them around work or university.

How many participants join an English course?

We keep groups small (max. 12 people) to make sure everyone can practise CPR and AED in detail.

Can I book online with a foreign credit card?

Absolutely. We accept Visa, Mastercard, TWINT and offer invoices for companies or embassies.