Understanding the First Aid at Work Refresher (Requalification)
The First Aid at Work (FAW) Refresher, sometimes called the FAW Requalification, is a concise 2-day course designed for those whose Level 3 FAW certificate is approaching expiry. Completing this refresher in Kent allows you to extend your FAW qualification for an additional three years.
Unlike the full three-day First Aid at Work programme, the refresher concentrates on refreshing your existing knowledge and gives you hands-on practice of key skills under the guidance of a qualified assessor. This ensures you remain fully aligned with the latest Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommendations.
✅ This refresher is suitable if your FAW certificate is still valid or has recently expired within the short extension period, usually up to 28 days.
Who Can Attend & Booking Guidance
This 2-day First Aid at Work refresher is designed exclusively for learners who already hold a valid FAW certificate. To ensure a smooth renewal, it’s best to book your place before your current qualification runs out, so you won’t need to complete the full three-day FAW course again.
There is a short 28-day window after your certificate expires during which you can still take the refresher. Beyond this period, enrollment in the complete FAW course will be required.
On the first day, please bring your current or recently expired FAW certificate as proof of eligibility to participate.
Skills & Knowledge You’ll Refresh During the Course
Attending the FAW Requalification in Kent allows you to revisit the full First Aid at Work syllabus, keeping your knowledge current and your certification valid. Across two days, you’ll get hands-on practice with the vital skills every workplace first aider should master.
- Roles and responsibilities of a first aider, plus infection control measures
- Assessing the scene and evaluating casualties safely
- Adult CPR techniques and AED usage
- Recovery position and handling seizures
- Providing first aid for choking and severe bleeding
- Managing shock, burns, scalds, and minor injuries
- Handling fractures, head, spinal, and chest injuries
- Treating eye injuries and suspected poisoning cases
- Recognising and treating anaphylaxis with auto-injectors
- Responding to heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma, and diabetic emergencies
Assessment & Certification
The 2-day First Aid at Work Refresher in Kent is evaluated through practical exercises, trainer observation, and a brief multiple-choice assessment. This approach ensures you can confidently apply the skills you practise during the course.
Upon successful completion, you will receive a renewed Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate, valid for three years and fully recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Annual Refresher vs FAW Requalification
It’s important to distinguish between the annual skills refresher and the FAW Requalification. The annual refresher is a shorter course for reviewing your skills each year, but it does not extend your certification.
To formally renew your First Aid at Work qualification for three more years, you need to complete the 2-day FAW Requalification course.
Who Should Take This Course?
This 2-day FAW Refresher is ideal for appointed first aiders working in medium- to high-risk environments, including construction, manufacturing, warehouses, and large office settings. It ensures your certification remains up to date and compliant with HSE standards.
On-Site FAW Refresher Training in Kent
If multiple staff members need to update their FAW certificates, on-site training at your workplace can be a convenient solution. An accredited trainer can deliver the full 2-day refresher course at your location, helping your team practise and update their skills together.
On-site training provides several advantages:
- ✓ Choose dates and times that suit your team
- ✓ Training tailored to your workplace risks
- ✓ Cost-effective option for larger groups
- ✓ Group training in a single session
- ✓ Minimises travel and disruption to work schedules
FAW Refresher Locations in Kent
Our Kent training venue is easily accessible, with nearby parking and public transport links, making it straightforward for first aiders to attend the 2-day course. Learners often travel from surrounding towns, ensuring convenient access for many workplaces.
Other First Aid Courses in Kent
We also offer other first aid courses in Kent, including 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and Paediatric First Aid for those working with children. You can view all available courses on our First Aid Courses in Kent page.
For more details about this nationwide qualification, see our First Aid at Work Refresher course overview page.
Why Choose Hurak for Your FAW Requalification?
Thousands of first aiders and organisations rely on Hurak for their FAW Requalification. Here’s what makes our Kent refresher courses stand out:
- ✓ 15+ years of experience delivering first aid training across the UK
- ✓ Over 100,000 learners trained and certified
- ✓ Accredited trainers with hands-on industry experience
- ✓ HSE-compliant Level 3 certificate valid for three years
- ✓ Short 2-day format minimises disruption
- ✓ Central Kent venue with excellent transport links
- ✓ On-site training available for workplace groups
- ✓ Flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments
