First Aid at Work Annual Refresher
Keep skills sharp between requalifications with our HSE-recommended annual first aid refresher — delivered on-site at your premises.
About this course
The HSE recommends appointed first aiders refresh their skills annually. This half-day session tops up practical skills in the most critical areas — keeping competence high and confidence fresh between full requalification cycles.
What you'll learn
- CPR technique review and update
- AED operation refresher
- Choking management
- Bleeding control
- Recovery position
- Anaphylaxis response
- Scenario-based practice
- Updates to guidelines or protocols
Who this course is for
This refresher is for anyone holding a current first aid qualification who wants to keep their skills sharp.
- Current FAW or EFAW certificate holders
- Appointed workplace first aiders
- Any staff maintaining active first aid skills
Delivery & assessment
Approximately 3 hours, with a practical focus throughout — no formal assessment; an attendance certificate is issued. Maximum class size is 12 learners per trainer.
Your certificate
Attendance certificate valid one year. This refresher does not replace or extend the main FAW/EFAW certificate.
Frequently asked questions
Does this extend my FAW certificate?
No — it maintains skills between cycles. You still need a full requalification to renew your FAW or EFAW certificate.
Is it mandatory?
Not legally, but the HSE strongly recommends it.
How many people per session?
Up to 12 per trainer.
Ready to book your annual refresher?
Tell us what you need and we'll send a fixed, no-obligation quote within 24 hours.