What Is the First Aid at Work Refresher (Requalification)?
The First Aid at Work (FAW) Refresher, also known as the FAW Requalification, is a 2-day training course designed for individuals whose FAW certificate is nearing its expiration. By completing this First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Grantham, you can renew your Level 3 FAW qualification for another three years.
Unlike the full three-day programme, this refresher focuses on updating your knowledge and provides you with the opportunity to practise essential skills under the supervision of an assessor. It ensures you remain fully compliant with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines.
✅ You can take this course if you still hold a valid FAW certificate or are within the short grace period after expiry (typically up to 28 days).
Eligibility & When to Book
This 2-day First Aid at Work renewal course is only available to learners who already possess a valid FAW certificate. You should book your place before your current qualification expires to avoid the need to retake the full 3-day First Aid at Work course.
There is a 28-day grace period after expiry. If your certificate has lapsed beyond this period, you will need to start again with the full FAW course.
To attend the course, you will need to bring proof of your current or recently expired FAW certificate on the first day of training.
What Will You Refresh/Practise During the Course?
By joining the FAW Requalification in Grantham, you’ll cover the complete First Aid at Work syllabus again — ensuring your knowledge is up to date and your certificate remains valid. Over two days, you will practise the essential skills every workplace first aider needs.
- Understanding first aider responsibilities and infection control
- Scene surveys and casualty assessment
- Adult CPR and AED practice
- Recovery position and seizure management
- First aid for choking and severe bleeding
- Managing fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries
- Recognising and treating anaphylaxis with auto-injectors
- Responding to heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma, and diabetes
- Treating shock, burns, scalds, and minor injuries
- Care for eye injuries and suspected poisoning
Assessment & Certification
The First Aid at Work Refresher in Grantham is assessed through a mix of practical demonstrations, trainer observation, and a short multiple-choice test. This ensures you can confidently apply the skills you’ve refreshed during the course.
On successful completion, you will receive a renewed Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate, valid for another three years and fully recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Annual Refresher vs This 2-Day FAW Requalification
It’s common to mix up the annual refresher with the First Aid at Work Requalification. The annual refresher is just a short course that helps you practise your skills once a year. It’s useful, but it won’t renew your certificate.
If your certificate is expiring, you will need to complete the 2-day FAW Refresher (Requalification) course. This is the only course that formally renews your First Aid at Work qualification for a period of three years.
Who Is the Course For?
This 2-day FAW Refresher is designed for appointed first aiders in medium- to high-risk workplaces, such as construction sites, factories, warehouses, and large offices. It’s designed for those who need to keep their qualification up to date and remain compliant with HSE requirements.
On-Site First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Grantham
If you have several staff who need to renew their FAW qualification, it may be more convenient to arrange on-site training at your own workplace. An accredited trainer can deliver the full 2-day requalification course at your premises, allowing your team to update their skills together.
On-site training offers several benefits:
- ✓ Flexible choice of dates and times
- ✓ Adapted to your workplace risks
- ✓ Cost-effective for larger teams
- ✓ Group training in one session
- ✓ Less travel and time away from work
Where the FAW Refresher Runs in Grantham and the Areas We Cover
The Grantham training venue is centrally located, making it easy for first aiders who need to renew their FAW certificate to attend the 2-day course with minimal disruption. The venue is accessible by public transport, with nearby train and bus connections, and parking is available for those travelling by car.
Learners regularly join us not just from Grantham itself but also from surrounding towns, including Stamford, Sleaford, Bourne, Skegness, Melton Mowbray, and Boston. Many workplaces in these areas choose the Grantham venue as a convenient location for their staff to complete the FAW Requalification.
Other First Aid Courses in Grantham
If you’re looking for different types of training, we also run other first aid courses in Grantham, including Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) for 1-day certification and Paediatric First Aid for those working with children. You can browse the full range of options on our First Aid Courses in Grantham page.
For more information on how this qualification runs nationwide, please visit our First Aid at Work Refresher course overview page.
Benefits of Renewing with Hurak
Thousands of first aiders and employers trust Hurak for their FAW Requalification. Here’s why our Grantham refresher courses stand out:
- ✓ Accredited trainers with real-world industry experience
- ✓ HSE-compliant Level 3 certificate valid for another three years
- ✓ Central Grantham venue with good transport links
- ✓ 15+ years’ experience delivering first aid training across the UK
- ✓ On-site training available for workplaces booking groups
- ✓ Flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments
- ✓ 100,000+ learners successfully trained and certified
- ✓ Shorter 2-day format means less disruption compared to the full FAW
