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First Aid at Work
Refresher.

Renew your First Aid at Work qualification with a focused two-day course.

  • Duration2 days
  • For learners withA valid FAW certificate
  • CertificateFAIB
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Choose the right training

Refresh your skills.
Renew your qualification.

Requalification for people who already hold a current, valid First Aid at Work certificate.

This two-day course revisits the full three-day First Aid at Work curriculum. It is designed for existing certificate holders who are renewing their qualification.

Check your eligibility first

You must still hold a current, valid First Aid at Work certificate. Contact the team before booking if you are unsure whether your qualification meets the entry requirement.

The requalification course moves at a demanding pace and offers less practice time than the full course. You should be ready to work at that pace and build on the skills you already have.

If you need the full course, explore First Aid at Work training or call us to discuss the appropriate option.

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Learner practising CPR on a training mannequin

Keep your skills
ready for work.

Review the complete First Aid at Work curriculum in two days, building on your existing qualification.

Inside the course

What you’ll learn.

Explore the full syllabus
before you choose your course.

The requalification syllabus revisits the full First Aid at Work curriculum, including these 25 course topics.

Responding to an emergency

  • Adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
  • Communication and emergency care
  • Adult choking
  • Defibrillator pad positioning — theory
  • Defibrillator prompts and how to respond — theory
  • Managing an emergency
  • The first aider’s role, including health and safety law
  • Caring for an unresponsive adult

Injuries & casualty care

  • Burns and scalds
  • Bone, muscle and joint injuries
  • Head injuries
  • Eye injuries
  • Poisoning and the response to a poisoned casualty
  • Minor and severe bleeding
  • Spinal injuries
  • Bandaging
  • Cuts, scrapes and bruises

Medical emergencies

  • Asthma
  • Allergic reactions
  • Chest discomfort
  • Fainting
  • Low blood sugar
  • Seizures
  • Stroke
  • Shock

Assessment & certification

Put your learning
into practice.

Complete your requalification and receive a FAIB-accredited e-certificate.

Following successful completion, you receive a First Aid at Work e-certificate accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB), within 48 hours.

This is an intensive renewal course for existing certificate holders. If you need further practice, assessment support or guidance on eligibility, contact our team before choosing a date.

Course length
2 days, covering the full First Aid at Work curriculum.
Prerequisite
A current, valid First Aid at Work certificate.
Learning pace
Intensive requalification with limited practice time.
Certificate
FAIB-accredited First Aid at Work e-certificate.
Certificate delivery
Within 48 hours of successful completion.

Before you book

Your questions,
answered.

For anything else, speak to our team.

0121 281 7746
Who is the refresher course for?

It is for learners renewing a current, valid First Aid at Work certificate. Ask the team to check your eligibility if you are unsure about your existing qualification.

Is this the same as the full First Aid at Work course?

The refresher covers the full three-day curriculum in two days. It is a requalification route for existing certificate holders and offers less time for practice.

How demanding is the course?

The course moves quickly and expects you to build on skills you already have. Contact us before booking if you are concerned about the pace or need more practice.

What will I cover?

The 25 topics above include CPR, defibrillator theory, casualty care, injuries, medical emergencies and the first aider’s role. You will revisit bandaging and care for cuts, scrapes and bruises as well as more serious incidents.

When will my new certificate arrive?

After successful completion, you receive a FAIB-accredited First Aid at Work e-certificate within 48 hours.

Can I book an individual place?

Ask us about current Birmingham dates and eligibility before booking. Check the location and attendance details for any session you select.

What is the current price?

Check current price when booking. For training at your own workplace, ask for a quote based on the group and arrangements you need.

Can you train our team at our venue?

Yes. On-site requalification is available for groups of up to 12 people. Training manuals and certification are included; contact the team to discuss arrangements.

Training more than one person?

Bring first aid training
to your team.

Bring requalification training to your own venue for a group of up to 12 learners. On-site arrangements include training manuals and certification; ask us for a current quote.

Tell us about your group and the training you need.

Learners practising CPR together during a first aid class

Ready to take the next step?

Find a date that works for you.

Check published dates — book with Skills Training Group