What Is the First Aid at Work Refresher (Requalification)?
The First Aid at Work (FAW) Refresher, sometimes referred to as the FAW Requalification, is a 2-day course designed for first aiders whose FAW certificate is approaching its expiry date. Completing the First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Great Yarmouth allows you to renew your Level 3 FAW qualification for a further three years.
Rather than repeating the full three-day course, this requalification focuses on reinforcing existing knowledge and refreshing practical first aid skills under the guidance of a qualified assessor. It ensures you remain confident in your role while continuing to meet Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements.
✅ You can enrol on this course if your FAW certificate is still valid or if it has expired within the short grace period (usually up to 28 days).
Eligibility & When to Book
This 2-day First Aid at Work Refresher is intended exclusively for learners who already hold a First Aid at Work certificate. Booking before your qualification expires helps you avoid the need to complete the full 3-day FAW course again.
A grace period of up to 28 days applies once your certificate expires. If it has expired for longer than this, you will be required to complete the full First Aid at Work course instead of the refresher.
On the first day of training, you will be asked to provide evidence of your current or recently expired FAW certificate to take part.
What Will You Refresh/Practise During the Course?
During the FAW Requalification in Great Yarmouth, you will revisit the full First Aid at Work syllabus to ensure your skills remain current and your certification stays valid. Across the two-day course, you’ll take part in hands-on practice covering the core competencies expected of a workplace first aider.
- Assessing incidents safely, including scene checks and casualty assessment
- Reviewing first aider duties, legal responsibilities, and infection prevention
- Practising adult CPR techniques and safe AED use
- Managing severe bleeding, choking incidents, and shock
- Placing casualties into the recovery position and managing seizures
- Providing care for burns, scalds, and other minor workplace injuries
- Handling fractures and suspected head, spinal, and chest injuries
- Responding to eye injuries and suspected cases of poisoning
- Recognising anaphylaxis and using auto-injectors correctly
- Dealing with medical emergencies such as heart attack, stroke, asthma, epilepsy, and diabetes
Assessment & Certification
The First Aid at Work Refresher in Great Yarmouth is assessed using a combination of practical skill demonstrations, continuous trainer observation, and a short multiple-choice assessment. This approach confirms that you can apply refreshed first aid skills effectively and confidently in real workplace situations.
Once you successfully complete the course, you will be awarded a renewed Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate. The qualification is valid for three years and fully recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Who Is the Course For?
This 2-day FAW Refresher course is suitable for designated first aiders working in medium- to high-risk environments, including construction sites, warehouses, manufacturing settings, and larger office workplaces. It is intended for those who already hold a First Aid at Work certificate and need to renew their qualification to stay compliant with current HSE regulations.
On-Site First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Great Yarmouth
For organisations with multiple staff members requiring requalification, on-site training in Great Yarmouth can be a practical and efficient option. One of our accredited trainers can deliver the full 2-day FAW Refresher course at your workplace, allowing your team to refresh their skills together in a familiar environment.
Choosing on-site FAW Refresher training offers several advantages:
- ✓ Reduced travel and downtime for staff
- ✓ Training tailored to your specific workplace hazards
- ✓ One coordinated session for your entire team
- ✓ Flexible scheduling to suit operational needs
- ✓ More cost-effective for larger groups
Where the FAW Refresher Runs in Great Yarmouth and the Areas We Cover
The Great Yarmouth training venue is conveniently positioned to help first aiders renew their FAW certificate with minimal time away from work. The 2-day refresher course runs at an easily accessible location, with public transport links nearby and parking options available for those travelling by car.
We regularly welcome learners not only from Great Yarmouth itself but also from surrounding areas such as Gorleston-on-Sea, Caister-on-Sea, Bradwell, Hopton-on-Sea, Acle, Hemsby, and Martham. Many employers across these locations choose Great Yarmouth as a practical and central place for staff to complete their FAW Requalification.
Other First Aid Courses in Great Yarmouth
Alongside the FAW Refresher, we deliver a range of other first aid training options in Great Yarmouth. These include Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) for 1-day certification and Paediatric First Aid for those responsible for children. You can explore all available options on our First Aid Courses in Great Yarmouth page.
To learn more about how this qualification is delivered across the UK, please visit our First Aid at Work Refresher course overview page.
Benefits of Renewing with Hurak
First aiders and employers across the UK choose Hurak for their FAW Requalification. Here’s what makes our Great Yarmouth refresher courses a trusted choice:
- ✓ HSE-compliant Level 3 certificate renewed and valid for a further three years
- ✓ Shorter 2-day refresher course designed to minimise time away from work
- ✓ Experienced trainers delivering practical, scenario-based learning
- ✓ Over 15 years of delivery supporting first aid training nationwide
- ✓ 100,000+ learners trained across a wide range of industries
- ✓ Convenient Great Yarmouth venue with straightforward transport access
- ✓ On-site refresher training available for teams and group bookings
- ✓ Flexible payment options, including interest-free instalments with Klarna
