What Is the First Aid at Work Refresher (Requalification)?
The First Aid at Work (FAW) Refresher, often called the FAW Requalification, is delivered over two days and designed for anyone whose current FAW certificate is nearing its expiry. By completing this First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Birmingham, you can extend your Level 3 FAW certification for a further three years.
This requalification course is shorter than the full three-day FAW programme and is focused on refreshing your knowledge, practising vital first aid skills, and ensuring you remain fully aligned with the latest Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements.
✅ You are eligible if you currently hold a valid FAW certificate or if it has only recently expired (within the usual 28-day grace window).
Eligibility & When to Book
This two-day First Aid at Work Refresher course in Birmingham is specifically designed for learners who already hold a current FAW qualification. To avoid having to repeat the full three-day programme, it is best to secure your place before your certificate runs out.
If your certificate has expired, you may still participate in the refresher, provided it is within the standard 28-day grace period. Beyond this period, you would need to complete the full First Aid at Work course again from the start.
On the first day of training, you’ll be asked to present evidence of your valid or recently lapsed FAW certificate in order to take part.
What Will You Refresh/Practise During the Course?
Enrolling on the FAW Requalification in Birmingham allows you to revisit the full First Aid at Work syllabus, keeping your skills sharp and your certification valid. Across two days, you will practise the vital techniques every designated first aider should be confident with.
- Carrying out scene checks and assessing casualties
- Practising adult CPR and the use of an AED
- Placing casualties in the recovery position and managing seizures
- Applying first aid for choking and severe bleeding
- Treating burns, scalds, shock, and minor injuries
- Understanding first aider responsibilities and principles of infection control
- Managing fractures along with head, chest, and spinal injuries
- Providing care for eye injuries and suspected poisoning
- Recognising and managing conditions such as stroke, asthma, diabetes, heart attack, and epilepsy
- Administering treatment for anaphylaxis, including the safe use of auto-injectors
Assessment & Certification
The First Aid at Work Refresher in Birmingham is evaluated through a combination of practical demonstrations, observation by your assessor, and a short multiple-choice test. This approach confirms that you can apply the refreshed techniques with confidence in real situations.
Once you complete the course, you will be awarded a renewed Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate, which remains valid for three additional years and is fully recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Annual Refresher vs the 2-Day FAW Requalification
Many learners confuse the annual refresher with the official FAW Requalification. The short annual refresher provides a chance to practise skills each year, helping you maintain confidence, but it does not extend the validity of your certificate.
If your qualification is reaching its expiry date, you must complete the two-day FAW Refresher (Requalification) course. This is the only recognised training that renews your First Aid at Work certificate for another three years.
Who Is the Course For?
The two-day FAW Refresher in Birmingham is intended for appointed first aiders working in environments with greater risks. Typical examples include large offices, warehouses, factories, and construction sites. It is designed for those who need to maintain their certification and continue to meet HSE standards.
On-Site First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Birmingham
If multiple employees need to renew their FAW certificate, you can arrange for the requalification course to be delivered directly at your own site in Birmingham. This option allows an accredited trainer to deliver the full two-day programme at your premises, so your staff can refresh their skills together without disruption.
Choosing on-site training comes with several advantages:
- ✓ Less travel and reduced time away from regular duties
- ✓ Training tailored to the specific risks of your workplace
- ✓ Train your team together in a single session
- ✓ Cost-effective option for larger groups of staff
- ✓ Flexible scheduling to fit around your operations
Where the FAW Refresher Runs in Birmingham and the Areas We Cover
The Birmingham training centre is centrally located, making it easy for learners to attend the 2-day FAW Refresher course with minimal travel. The venue is well-connected by public transport and offers nearby parking for those travelling by car.
Learners join us from not just Birmingham city centre, but also from surrounding areas such as Digbeth, Balsall Heath, Selly Oak, and Edgbaston. Many businesses in these areas opt for our Birmingham venue as a convenient location for their staff to complete the FAW Requalification.
Other First Aid Courses in Birmingham
If you need a different type of training, we also provide additional first aid courses in Birmingham. Popular choices include the Paediatric First Aid course, ideal for those working with children, and the Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course, which can be completed in just one day. You can view the full selection on our First Aid Courses in Birmingham page.
For details on how this qualification is delivered across the UK, please see our First Aid at Work Refresher course overview page.
Benefits of Renewing with Hurak
Many employers and first aiders choose Hurak for their FAW Requalification because of the reliability, flexibility, and high-quality training we provide. Here are some of the reasons our Birmingham refresher courses are highly rated:
- ✓ Shorter 2-day format, making it easier to update your qualification without the full 3-day commitment
- ✓ Over 15 years’ experience providing expert first aid training nationwide
- ✓ Accredited trainers with hands-on experience in real workplace scenarios
- ✓ HSE-compliant Level 3 certification valid for three more years upon completion
- ✓ Over 100,000 learners trained successfully through our courses
- ✓ Venues in Birmingham with excellent transport links, making it easy to attend
- ✓ On-site training available for companies renewing staff qualifications together
- ✓ Flexible payment options such as Klarna instalments to spread the cost
