We are a small, family run business, based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.
I am the owner and trainer of Pochat Training, and my name is Ottilia Pochat.
I have been in education in one way or another since I was young (I'm still just over 21, mind you ).
I trained as a primary school teacher, specialised in teaching children with special educational needs, in the Netherlands. This meant that I spent four years learning to teach - we didn't learn about the subjects themselves, but focused on all other aspects of teaching. This included making one's own teaching materials in order to make the learning fun and engaging for the children.
That, together with an international career, is what I bring to Pochat Training - the ability to make the learning fun, engaging, interactive and varied. And that also counts for health and safety training - there is absolutely no need for that to be boring!
The rest of the team:
My eldest son is a whizz at anything computers and computer security, and does invaluable work on the business
My middle son is a whizz at understanding systems, at creating spreadsheets and finding magical ways to make it do and tell you information as and when you need it. He also helps with finances, graphic design and marketing.
My youngest son helps with lots of those little things that need doing, and makes a brilliant trainer himself. In non-pandemic times, he is the actor that comes and makes first aid experiences real on a three day First Aid at Work course, and he is also great when we teach children first aid!
The daughter-in-law-to-be is now helping with the admin - we truly are a family business!
As and when needed, we call upon other experts in their fields to aid us with many tasks
Attended the citizen aid course this week, absolutely brilliant. Whilst we all hope that we are never involved in a major incident, the big question though would be are we prepared, what would we do? This course discusses various incidents and some are uncomfortable to think about, but if something happened most people panic, after this course you are likely to stay calm, take control and above all save lives. This course is for everyone due to the current threats in the world, However large companies especially should consider training their staff, It may save your life or someone close to you. Highly recommended , well presented and really interesting.
Ian Mcclumpha
Choking
Very knowledgable Ottilia, learnt a new skill in your session and you made it fun! Thankyou
JE
Brilliant First Aid Courses
Over the years I’ve attended several First Aid courses but although they were all useful this is the first time I’ve actually enjoyed one! I’d definitely recommend Pochat Training, in fact I’ve just booked a place on the CitizenAid training. The Chesterfield (Whittington) venue was easy to find and had free onsite parking which is always a bonus.
Jo Carter
Choking
Ottilia put on a fun and informative demonstration of her first aid skills at a networking meeting I ran. Ottilia made the session light hearted but educational which is a great balance of skills.
Wendy Ward
Emergency First Aid at Work
Recently attended the Emergency First aid at work course with Pochat training. Trainer was very knowledgable on the subject area, and used an array of learning tools to support the training. I found this really helpful. Also impressed that the course was on a Saturday, enabling me to attend around other commitments.
Claire Watson
Basic Life Support for Adults and Children
Brilliant course. Ottilia is a great trainer and makes it so much fun and a knowledgeful session. Definitely recommended.
Arifa Usman
Emergency First Aid at Work
Completed the First Aid course today with Ottilia, one amazing lady! Full of interesting stories, knowledge, humour and the way she made learning interactive and fun was genius. Highly recommended! Hope to have the pleasure of Pochat training again in the future. Thank you Ottilia.
Josh West
Emergency First Aid at Work
Very informative course
IS
Basic Life Support for Adults and Children
I attended a basic life support for adults and children today. Absolutely fantastic. Would highly recommend.
5 stars
Andrea Wheeldon
First Aid at Work
This was a very informative and hands on course. It was fun and interesting and held in a friendly and relaxed environment. I now certainly feel confident enough to handle most first aid emergencies I'm likely to encounter. Big thanks to Pochat Training.. Would recommend to anyone.
Tony Jones
Basic Life Support for Adults and Children
I attended my third BLS course with Ottilia yesterday. Very thorough and enjoyable as always. Would highly recommend
Andrea Wheeldon
Training session
I attended a short training session today run by Ottilia on how to help save a choking person. It was very simple and practical and I don't think I'll forget what to do. Hopefully, I'll never need to use it but you never know. I'd recommend Ottilia if your company needs any kind of hands on first aid training
The course was very well taught. I was worried of the practical elements, but everyone was friendly & encouraging.
Leona Greenwood
Emergency First Aid at Work
10/10 Excellent. Would recommend.
RB
Emergency First Aid at Work
Ottilia is an excellent teacher; enthusiastic and knowledgable. Her style is a great balance of fun and informative presentation. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and feel confident about my first aid skills learned here.
GT
Presentation
Really interesting and fun presentation from Ottilia this morning, and I've really felt like I have learnt something that would make a real difference should the worst happen.
Paul Chapman
First Aid at Work Requalifying Course
Enjoyed completing my First Aid at Work requalifying course with Ottilia Pochat, who was very knowledgeable. It was fun and very interactive
Rebecca Norton
First Aid for Children
These guys provided first aid training for 120 over two days from my Martial Arts academy in Nottingham.
They were a pleasure to work with and were always punctual, pleasant and we would highly recommend them‼
We can't wait to work with them again soon.
Well done guys, keep up the amazing work
Daniyaal Davis
Emergency First Aid at Work
Recently attended the Emergency First aid at work course with Pochat training. Trainer was very knowledgable on the subject area, and used an array of learning tools to support the training. I found this really helpful. Also impressed that the course was on a Saturday, enabling me to attend around other commitments.
Claire Watson
Great Training
Great training, would definitely recommend xx
Jade Danielle
A trainer who puts "fun" high on her list
If you are looking a trainer who puts "fun" high on her list of priorities then Ottilia is your person. I so remember her teaching a first aid course (serious subject) and someone outsidee of the room asking what the class was laughing so much. It is a very serious subject but that does not mean we cannot have a little fun. Ottilia provides excellent training, assessment and quality assurance services . Particular skills included First Aid, health and Safety, Food Safety, Manual Handling and Fire Safety
Pat Marshall
First Aid at Work Annual Refresher
Enjoyed once again. Many thanks.
DC
First Aid at Work
A great quality course delivered with real passion and deep knowledge. Looking forward to my refresher!!
Tony Kenny
Mental Health First Aid
Everything has changed. Pochat training has up'd her game. Brilliant online mental Health First Aid course. Recommended
Pat Marshall
First Aid at Work
Excellent course, well delivered
AK
Management of Anaphylaxis
This course and contents covered my needs and was informative
MPW
citizenAID
I recently attended the citizenAid course. I thoroughly enjoyed the day. There was a lot of information to digest and Ottilia make sure the balance and pace of delivery was just right for group . I would recommend this course to everyone, it really opened my eyes !
Susan Monks
Recommendation
Ottilia gave a wonderful 4sight presentation about choking, it was fun, informative and very interactive for everyone that attended. Very knowledgable, and really insightful. I thoroughly enjoyed the 4sight, and learnt something new.
Jon Covey
Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing
Thank You Pochat Training, Your webinar on Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing is Great and is a very needed tool during these "pandemic times" we are living, our stress either at home or work or both has been elevating and these easy strategies in your training, Promotes Mental well-being through five basic pillars in a fun and engaging way that turn learning into action, it help us to determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices. Either as a refresher course or your 1st Well being Training, I recommend it 100% 🙂. Thanks again and be safe.
Elizabeth Pochat Eselente
Health and Safety Training
Excellent training by a very competent trainer. We all enjoyed the course!
RC
Minor Injuries Webinar
I enjoyed the minor injuries webinar as it refreshed my memory in these areas and gave me the confidence to deal with any of these now. The training was delivered with practical demonstrations and I enjoyed the chance to use my brain during lockdown.
Debbie Grosch-Squance
Choking
I attended a 4N meeting where Ottilia carried out a session on what to do if someone's choking. It was a practical session which she made fun and engaging, ensuring we learned exactly what we needed to.... I am really grateful for her session... thank you!
MD
First Aid at Work
I enjoyed the course very much. It was well presented, very interesting and I now feel after the 3 day coarse, I have a good solid knowledge of hands on first aid.
Shane Pattison
Food Safety in Catering
Course works really well with a small group. Felt it moved at a good pace and held my interest. Training centre was at times cold but trainer helped by turning heating on.
GLS
Emergency First Aid at Work
Very friendly + enthusiastic trainer
CB
VERY good trainer
Ottilia Pochat you are a VERY good trainer. So knowledgeable with clear explanations and the patience of a saint!
Elaine Godley
Get her in every school!
Ottillia did a practical session at a recent 4 Networking meeting which was lots of fun, she demonstrated a great deal of knowledge and understanding but in a very easy to replicate manner. Learning through doing and whilst having a good time is a great way to learn some really important life skills - get her in every school!!, this training needs to be on the curriculum for all kids!!
Wendy Ward
Paediatric First Aid
Very well organised, clear and great resources. Thank you very much! I'm ready for action now!
JF
Recommendation
Recently completed an Emergency First Aid course run by Ottilia - she delivered a great course with enthusiasm and knowledge. It was fun and entertaining whilst also teaching us the serious skills to save someone's life. Highly recommended whether you are new to first aid or refreshing your skills.
SP
First Aid for Children
Brilliant training really well organised. Kids came away having learnt a valuable life skill and they had fun doing it!! They had more than adequate resourses and members of staff. Thank you.
Fozia Shahzad
EFAW & Basic Life Support
Excellent - Highly Recommend! Emergency First Aid at Work & Basic Life Support Course were both very interesting and engaging! Ottilia makes it fun to learn and gets everyone involved. Thank you!
Amanda Crofts
Paediatric First Aid
Great course, very detailed clear and excellent resources. Feel prepared to deal with first aid situations with confidence now. Thank you!
Josephine Ferriswheel
Emergency First Aid at Work
Highly recommended. I was a police officer for over 26 years and had regular first aid courses, they could be best described as minimum standard to simply tick a box. I am now a self employed therapist. This course with Ottilia was fantastic , great structure and presentation, went way above the normal training syllabus in my opinion, In depth training in a relaxed fun atmosphere I would highly recommend sending your employees to this trainer, they will come away more than capable of dealing with any emergency situation, of course self employed like myself will benefit greatly. Thank you once again for a wonderful course
Ian Mcclumpha
Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing
Having attended a workshop with Ottilia on Mental Health and Wellbeing, I would like to recommend her to anyone who is thinking of attending one of her courses. the workshop was engaging have good visual content and was well balanced with interactive sessions and opportunities to participate. Very enjoyable and 2 hours well spent. Thank you Ottilia
Lynda Holbrey
Emergency First Aid at Work
Really enjoyed this course and Ottilia's enthusiastic knowledgable presentation. Learned some great skills in a friendly group environment.
SP
Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Thank you for your very thorough guidance today.
CP
Emergency First Aid at Work
Good to have a course with lots of practical work.
Deborah Gommersall
Emergency First Aid at Work
A very good, well presented course. Relaxed and not put under any pressure.
AM
Emergency First Aid at Work
Recently completed an Emergency First Aid course run by Ottilia - she delivered a great course with enthusiasm and knowledge. It was fun and entertaining whilst also teaching us the serious skills to save someone's life. Highly recommended whether you are new to first aid or refreshing your skills.
Steve Pickles
First Aid Skills Practice Session
Excellent - great for my confidence
TC
First Aid at Work Requalifying Course
Just completed my 3 year requalification for first aid. Learnt a few things and was reminded of others. Enjoyed the course and would recommend to others
Michael Walker
Emergency First Aid at Work
Brilliant trainer. Worked at the perfect pace for me. Very enjoyable.
Amie Button
First Aid at Work Requalification Course
This was a very informative and hands on course. It was fun and interesting and held in a friendly and relaxed environment. I now certainly feel confident enough to handle most first aid emergencies I'm likely to encounter. Big thanks to Pochat Training.. Would recommend to anyone.
5 stars
Tony Jones
Emergency First Aid at Work
We completed the First Aid course recently with Ottilia, We have attended other course in the past with other trainers but nothing as good as this one. The way she made learning interactive and fun was very enjoyable and at the end of the day you leave feeling confident that you have learned some valuable life saving skills.. Highly recommended. Thank you Ottilia
Mike Marris
Emergency First Aid at Work
Very interesting and engaging - Thank you.
MM
Emergency First Aid at Work
I attended an Emergency First Aid at Work Course, it was delivered very well and I would definitely recommend this business for training. Ottilia was very patient with everyone and kept going over things until everyone on the course fully understood. I really enjoyed the course I attended and I feel confident applying the knowledge which I was taught.
Charlie Goodwin
First Aid at Work Requalifying Course
I really enjoyed completing my First Aid at Work requalifying course with Ottilia. It was good fun with lots of interactive games and activities to consolidate learning. Ottilia was very knowledgeable and experienced and I'd be happy to do other courses with her in future
Rebecca Norton
First Aid at Work
An absolute pleasure to have done business with Ottilia. It is rare to see an instructor who not only shows deep knowledge of their subject but also real passion. No question was ever too difficult nor too trivial whilst the whole course was fun and engaging with high levels of variety interactivity! One part in particular really grabbed our attention, but I'll not spoil the surprise! I really do look forward to working with Ottilia again and I offer this recommendation as the easiest I've ever given.
Tony Kenny
Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis
I completed a Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis course on Tuesday (19 Apr 16). Excellent! The tutor was brilliant - made it all very straightforward. Not too much theory but plenty of practicals. I now feel competent to help out in an emergency
AG
Emergency First Aid at Work
It's been very interesting and learned quite a lot
AM
Emergency First Aid at Work
Thank you, I found today really useful & feel much more confident about CPR/AED & Epipen (although not part of course). Discussions really useful. Also child/Infant first aid very useful
PRP
First Aid for Children
My daughter attended a first aid course with Pochat training, the delivery and content was engaging and relevant to her age, as well as being fun. The mix of interactive hands on tasks and discussion was really good. I would definitely recommend.
Matt Burrows
Practical Session
I attended a 4N meeting where Ottilia carried out a session on what to do if someone's choking. It was a practical session which she made fun and engaging, ensuring we learned exactly what we needed to.... I am really grateful for her session... thank you!
Jo Dufty
High quality and fun training
Ottilia has been delivering training courses for me for a while now. She has recently established her own business in Chesterfield. I am confident that she will continue to provide the same high quality and fun training that she always has. I wish her every success. Book a place now. You will not be disappointed.
Pat Marshall
Highly recommend
I'd highly recommend Ottilia! Just today I confidently and calmly stopped my 6 year old choking just a few weeks after my training with her!
Tony Kenny
Emergency First at Work
Thought the course was excellent and the teacher was excellent.
DK
First Aid at Work
Great course, great trainer, excellent scenarios
JH
Emergency First Aid at Work
Recently attended the Emergency First aid at work course with Pochat training. Trainer was very knowledgable on the subject area, and used an array of learning tools to support the training. I found this really helpful. Also impressed that the course was on a Saturday, enabling me to attend around other commitments.
CW
Her courses are not the norm
With Ottilia being one of my early clients we formed a working relationship from the get go. A straightforward, intelligent lady who has a passion for her work, business but most certainly her clients, to which one of my other clients can testify. Her courses are not the norm. As Ottilia says they are fun and engaging but importantly pack with relevant information beyond other course out there. Check Ottilia's business out - you could travel a lot less and fair a lot worse by not doing so.
Robin Nesbitt
Paediatric First Aid
Thank you very much- the course was excellent
JF
Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing
Attending Ottilia's mental health training session was enlightening and thought provoking. Her use of discussion within the group led to much more engagement than I expected from a webinar. Ideas floated around an upbeat presentation. Look forward to joining you on many more.
Abigail Phillips
First Aid at Work Requalifying Course
Just completed my 3 year requalification for first aid. Learnt a few things and was reminded of others. Enjoyed the course and would recommend to others
MPW
Emergency First Aid At Work
Once again, the training was delivered with professionalism whilst keeping it fun and engaging. Looking forward to next year and sending colleagues.
Tony Kenny
First Aid for Children
brilliant training really easy for even the younger ones to understand. my daughter demonstrated how to put someone in a recovery position at school
Kulsoom Hussain
Emergency First Aid at Work
Thanks for today. It was very good.
William Phillips
Emergency First Aid at Work
Excellent training course. Would recommend to anyone. Interactive and informative.
LB
Supervising First Aid for Mental Health
In July 2020 I took the Level 3 Supervising Mental Health First Aid course run by Ottilia. I've had previous experince of being trained by Ottilia so I knew the qualtiy would be good . Doing a three day course over Zoom during lockdown and I admit to being a bit nervoud before we started about whether I would be able to sustain my concentration and attendance. I needn't have worried, the course was beautifully organised wthe breaks built in and Ottilia's use of multi media, interactive tools and group discussion meant this was a very engaging and hands on programme . It was really clear that this a subject area Ottilia knows well, has real expertise in and commitment to . I couldn't have picked a better trianiner for this important area of professional development and I now feel much more secure that I could offer appropriate support and mental health first aid as and when needed
Sue Sanford
Lighthearted but educational
Ottilia put on a fun and informativedemonstration of her first aid skills at anetworking meeting I ran. Ottilia made thesession light hearted but educational whichis a great balance of skills.
Wendy Ward
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