First aid Freienbach

First aid course in Freienbach — Nothelferkurs

Freienbach sits in the canton of Schwyz, while the course takes place in the canton of Zurich: DriveLab teaches at Lagerstrasse 2 in 8004 Zurich. That crossing of the cantonal border changes nothing, because the certificate is recognised by ASTRA and valid nationwide. The course costs CHF 128 and runs for ten hours over at least two days, about seventy per cent of it practical. Proof of attendance is compulsory for the category B and A learner's permit application and lasts six years.

  • 10 hours · certificate valid 6 years
  • Recognised nationwide
  • Venue: Zürich
  • ★ 4.9 (207 Google rating)
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First-aid course dates near Freienbach

Live course dates for the first-aid course (Nothelferkurs) in Zürich. Places are limited — book early to secure your spot.

First aid course Zurich in English

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Friday09.10.2026  18:00 – 21:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
Saturday10.10.2026  08:00 – 16:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
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First aid course Zurich in English

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Thursday22.10.2026  18:00 – 21:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
Friday23.10.2026  08:00 – 16:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
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First aid course Zurich in English

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Friday06.11.2026  18:00 – 21:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
Saturday07.11.2026  08:00 – 16:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
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First aid course Zurich in English

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Friday20.11.2026  18:00 – 21:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
Saturday21.11.2026  08:00 – 16:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
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First aid course Zurich in English

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Friday04.12.2026  18:00 – 21:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
Saturday05.12.2026  08:00 – 16:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
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First aid course Zurich in English

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Friday18.12.2026  18:00 – 21:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
Saturday19.12.2026  08:00 – 16:00Lagerstrasse 2, 8004 Zürich
CHF 128.–Register now

Dates are loaded live from the booking system. You receive your first-aid certificate directly after the course.

Getting to the course from Freienbach

From postcode 8807 it is 32.7 kilometres to Lagerstrasse 2, allow 28 minutes. That adds up across two course days, so setting off early makes for a calmer arrival than a tight schedule.

📍 Course venue

Lagerstrasse 2
8004 Zürich

Distance: 32.7 km · By car: ~28 min

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🚆 Public transport

By train you travel from Freienbach to Zurich HB and continue to Lagerstrasse 2. Buy tickets for both course days, and check the return connection on the first evening so you are not left waiting once the day ends.

Why do your first-aid course here?

⭐ Experienced instructors

Motivated, experienced instructors who teach first aid clearly and hands-on, with real, everyday examples.

🎫 Certificate for the learner permit

After the course you hold the recognised first-aid certificate you need to apply for your learner permit at the road-traffic office.

🩺 Compact & hands-on

In just a few hours you learn the life-saving basics — real practice on training manikins instead of dry theory.

What you learn in the first-aid course

The Nothelferkurs trains the life-saving basics every road user should know. It is built around four practical areas:

1

Emergency measures & alerting

Securing the accident scene, staying calm and placing the emergency call (144) correctly — the first, decisive minutes.

2

Unconsciousness & breathing

Checking consciousness and breathing, using the recovery position and keeping the airway clear.

3

CPR & defibrillator (BLS-AED)

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation and using an AED defibrillator — practised hands-on on training manikins.

4

Wounds, bleeding & shock

Stopping bleeding, dressing wounds and reacting correctly to shock or burns.

How the course works

Compact and easy to fit around work or school:

10 hours

The full course comprises 10 hours, held across 1 to 2 days depending on the date.

Hands-on

You practise the techniques yourself on training manikins — real skill instead of dry theory.

Certificate straight away

At the end you receive your first-aid certificate, valid for 6 years.

Book online

Choose a date above and register; you receive instant confirmation.

Requirements

  • Open to anyone — no prior knowledge required
  • Ideal before the category A or B learner permit
  • Refreshers are welcome too
  • Bring an ID card or passport; comfortable clothing recommended

Price & what is included

One transparent flat rate — no hidden extras.

CHF 128.– flat, all-inclusive

Dates run by our partner Dragon Drive at Albulastrasse 57 cost CHF 128. Price and address are shown with every date.

Included:

  • All 10 course hours
  • Practice material on site
  • First-aid certificate (valid 6 years)
  • Experienced instructors in Zürich

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Offers near Freienbach

Everything for your licence in one place:

🚗 Driving school in Freienbach

Driving lessons with local instructors — the natural next step after your first-aid course.

Driving school in Freienbach →

🚦 Traffic-awareness course (VKU)

The mandatory VKU is the other course you need before the practical exam — book it nearby.

Traffic-awareness course (VKU) →

First-aid course for the Zürich region

The same course, described for your own town — with the journey to the venue in Zürich:

First-aid course in Zürich — main venue with all dates and course details →

Frequently asked questions — first-aid course Freienbach

I live in the canton of Schwyz — will a course held in the canton of Zurich be accepted with my application?
Yes. The certificate is recognised by ASTRA and valid throughout Switzerland, no matter where you sat the course. You still submit the learner's permit application where you are registered and simply attach the certificate issued in Zurich. The only thing that matters is validity: six years from the course date. The canton where the course took place makes no difference.
How far is Freienbach from the venue?
About 32.7 km, roughly 28 minutes by car to Zürich (Lagerstrasse 2).
How much does the first-aid course cost?
A flat CHF 128, all-inclusive — covering all 10 course hours, the practice material and your certificate.
How long is the certificate valid?
The first-aid certificate is valid for 6 years. You must apply for your learner permit within that time.
Do I need the first-aid course for my licence?
Yes. A valid first-aid certificate is mandatory to apply for the learner permit for cars (cat. B) and motorcycles (cat. A) at any Swiss road-traffic office.

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Who runs this first-aid course?

The course is run by DriveLab at Lagerstrasse 2 in Zürich, bookable through DriveLab. Experienced instructors, hands-on practice and a recognised first-aid certificate — accepted by every cantonal road-traffic office for your learner permit. Rated 4.9★ (207 Google reviews).

Ready for your first-aid course?

Secure your spot in Zürich — 10 hours, certificate valid 6 years, recognised nationwide.