What Is the First Aid at Work Refresher (Requalification)?
If your First Aid at Work (FAW) certificate is nearing expiration, the FAW Refresher course offers a practical and effective way to renew your qualification. This 2-day course in Bootle is designed to help you refresh and update your skills, ensuring you remain fully certified for another three years.
Rather than repeating the full three-day programme, this refresher focuses on revisiting the core elements of first aid and providing hands-on opportunities to practice key techniques under the supervision of a qualified assessor. This course also guarantees compliance with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations, keeping your certification current and valid.
✅ You can enrol in this course if your FAW certificate is still valid or if you are within the 28-day grace period after its expiry.
Eligibility & When to Book
To attend the 2-day First Aid at Work Refresher course in Bootle, you must hold a valid FAW certificate. It's important to book your place before your current certification expires, as this will prevent you from needing to retake the full 3-day First Aid at Work course.
In case your certificate has expired, there is a 28-day grace period during which you can still attend the refresher course. However, if more than 28 days have passed since the expiry, you will need to complete the full First Aid at Work course again.
On the first day of your training, please bring proof of your current or recently expired FAW certificate to verify your eligibility for the course.
What Will You Refresh/Practise During the Course?
By enrolling in the FAW Refresher course in Bootle, you’ll revisit the entire First Aid at Work syllabus, ensuring that your knowledge is fully updated and your skills remain sharp. This course spans two days, with plenty of hands-on practice to help you perfect essential first aid techniques under the supervision of an experienced assessor.
- Assessing casualties and conducting scene surveys effectively
- Administering Adult CPR and using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Handling choking and severe bleeding emergencies with confidence
- Correctly managing fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries
- Recognising and responding to anaphylaxis with auto-injectors
- Providing first aid for burns, scalds, and minor injuries
- Learning how to manage shock and seizure situations
- Understanding the primary responsibilities of a first aider, including infection control
- Practising the recovery position for casualties and managing medical conditions such as asthma and diabetes
- Responding to heart attacks, strokes, epilepsy, and other medical emergencies
Assessment & Certification
The FAW Refresher course in Bootle is evaluated through practical assessments, where you'll demonstrate your skills under the observation of a qualified trainer, along with a brief multiple-choice exam. This combination ensures that you’re able to apply the refreshed skills confidently in real-world situations.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a renewed Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate, which will be valid for an additional three years and fully recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Annual Refresher vs This 2-Day FAW Requalification
It’s important to distinguish between the annual refresher and the First Aid at Work Requalification course. The annual refresher is a brief session aimed at helping you practise your skills each year, but it doesn’t renew your qualification.
If your First Aid at Work certificate is approaching its expiry, you’ll need to complete the 2-day FAW Refresher (Requalification) course. This course is the only one that officially extends your qualification for another three years, ensuring your certification stays valid and compliant with HSE standards.
Who Is the Course For?
This 2-day FAW Refresher course is ideal for individuals who have been designated as first aiders in workplaces with medium to high-risk environments, such as construction sites, factories, warehouses, or large office settings. It's specifically designed for those who need to keep their certification current and remain fully compliant with HSE regulations.
On-Site First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Bootle
If you have a team of employees who need to renew their FAW qualification, arranging on-site training at your workplace can be a convenient option. A certified instructor can deliver the full 2-day requalification course directly at your premises, allowing your team to refresh their skills together in a familiar environment.
On-site training comes with several advantages:
- ✓ Convenient scheduling that suits your business hours
- ✓ Tailored content specific to your workplace's needs
- ✓ Cost-effective for training larger groups
- ✓ Group learning in a single session
- ✓ Minimised travel time and disruption to your operations
Where the FAW Refresher Runs in Bootle and the Areas We Cover
The Bootle training venue is centrally located, offering easy access for individuals needing to renew their FAW certificate. The venue is well-connected by public transport, with nearby train and bus routes, and ample parking for those driving in. This ensures minimal disruption for attendees travelling to the course from various areas.
Our learners come not only from Bootle but also from neighbouring areas, such as Litherland, Netherton, Aintree, Walton, Kirkdale, and Crosby. These locations are within a convenient distance, ensuring a short journey to the Bootle venue. Many workplaces in these surrounding areas prefer the Bootle venue for its central location and easy transport links.
Other First Aid Courses in Bootle
In addition to the First Aid at Work Refresher, we offer a variety of other first aid training courses in Bootle. These include the Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) for a 1-day certification, as well as Paediatric First Aid for those working with children. Our full range of courses is designed to meet different workplace needs and ensure you're equipped to handle any emergency.
You can explore our complete list of first aid training options on our First Aid Courses in Bootle page.
To find out more about the nationwide availability of this qualification, please visit our First Aid at Work Refresher Course overview page.
Benefits of Renewing with Hurak
Choosing Hurak for your FAW Requalification means you're partnering with a trusted provider in first aid training. Thousands of individuals and businesses across the UK rely on us to renew their First Aid at Work certification. Here's why our Bootle refresher courses stand out:
- ✓ 15+ years’ experience in providing high-quality first aid training across the UK
- ✓ Over 100,000 learners successfully trained and certified
- ✓ Accredited trainers with extensive real-world industry experience
- ✓ HSE-compliant Level 3 certification, valid for three years
- ✓ Short, 2-day format reduces time away from work compared to the full FAW course
- ✓ Central Bootle venue with excellent transport links and convenient accessibility
- ✓ On-site training options available for groups booking from local workplaces
- ✓ Flexible payment methods, including Klarna instalment options for added convenience
