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 course for learners whose Level 3 FAW certificate is nearing expiry. Completing the First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Kirkintilloch renews your qualification for a further three years.
Rather than repeating the full three-day programme, this refresher focuses on updating knowledge, rebuilding confidence, and practising core first aid techniques under the guidance of an assessor — helping you stay aligned with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) expectations.
✅ You can join if your FAW certificate is still valid, or if you are within the short post-expiry grace period (typically up to 28 days).
Eligibility & When to Book
This 2-day FAW renewal course is only available to learners who already hold a current (or recently expired) First Aid at Work certificate. To avoid having to retake the full 3-day FAW course, it’s best to book your refresher before your certificate runs out.
A grace period of up to 28 days is commonly accepted after expiry. If your certificate has lapsed beyond that window, you’ll usually need to complete the full First Aid at Work course again.
Please bring evidence of your current or recently expired FAW certificate on day one so the trainer can confirm your eligibility.
Who Is the Course For?
This refresher is designed for workplace first aiders who need to keep their qualification current — especially those working in medium- to high-risk environments such as construction, manufacturing, warehousing, facilities, and larger office sites. It’s ideal for anyone responsible for maintaining compliant first aid cover within their organisation.
What Will You Refresh/Practise During the Course?
On the FAW Requalification in Kirkintilloch, you’ll revisit the full First Aid at Work syllabus to ensure your skills remain current and workplace-ready. Across the two days, you’ll practise essential techniques and refresh the knowledge needed to respond confidently to both everyday incidents and more serious emergencies.
- Roles and responsibilities of a workplace first aider, including infection control
- Assessing the scene and performing casualty checks
- CPR practice and safe use of an AED
- Placing a casualty in the recovery position and managing seizures
- Responding to choking and controlling severe bleeding
- Treating shock, burns, scalds, and minor workplace injuries
- Managing fractures and injuries to the head, spine, and chest
- Dealing with eye injuries and suspected poisoning incidents
- Recognising anaphylaxis and using an auto-injector correctly
- Responding to major illness including heart attack, stroke, asthma, epilepsy, and diabetes
Assessment & Certification
The First Aid at Work Refresher in Kirkintilloch is assessed through a combination of practical demonstrations, ongoing trainer observation, and a short multiple-choice knowledge check. This approach ensures you can apply the refreshed skills correctly in workplace scenarios.
After successful completion, you’ll receive a renewed Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate that is valid for another three years and recognised in line with HSE guidance.
Annual Refresher vs This 2-Day FAW Requalification
Many learners confuse the annual skills refresher with the FAW Requalification. The annual option is a short session designed to help first aiders practise key skills during the year — but it does not renew your certificate.
If your FAW qualification is approaching expiry, you’ll need the 2-day First Aid at Work Refresher (Requalification). This is the formal route to renewing your certificate for the next three years.
On-Site First Aid at Work Refresher Course in Kirkintilloch
If several staff members need to renew their FAW qualification, arranging on-site training can be the most convenient option. An accredited trainer can deliver the full 2-day requalification course at your premises, allowing your team to refresh skills together with minimal disruption.
On-site training offers several benefits:
- ✓ Training dates planned around your operations
- ✓ Scenarios aligned to your workplace hazards
- ✓ Strong value for larger teams
- ✓ Everyone trained together in one coordinated session
- ✓ Less travel time and reduced time away from work
Where the FAW Refresher Runs in Kirkintilloch and the Areas We Cover
The Kirkintilloch training venue is selected for accessibility, helping first aiders renew their qualification with minimal disruption. The venue can be reached via local bus routes, and Lenzie Railway Station provides a useful rail link for learners commuting from Glasgow and nearby towns. Parking options are also available for those travelling by car.
Learners regularly join us from Kirkintilloch and surrounding areas, including Lenzie, Bishopbriggs, Milngavie, Lennoxtown, Twechar, Stepps, Cumbernauld, and Glasgow North. Many workplaces across these areas choose Kirkintilloch as a convenient location for staff to complete their FAW Requalification.
Other First Aid Courses in Kirkintilloch
If you’re exploring other options, we also run first aid courses in Kirkintilloch, 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 our First Aid Courses in Kirkintilloch on our page.
For more information on how this qualification works nationwide, 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 to renew their FAW qualification. Here’s what you can expect when booking a Kirkintilloch refresher through our platform:
- ✓ Established training expertise supporting workplace learning nationwide
- ✓ 100,000+ learners trained across the UK
- ✓ Accredited trainers delivering practical, workplace-focused sessions
- ✓ HSE-aligned Level 3 certificate renewed for a further three years
- ✓ Efficient 2-day format with less disruption than the full course
- ✓ Convenient Kirkintilloch venue with transport links and local access
- ✓ On-site training available for teams renewing together
- ✓ Flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments
