What Is the First Aid at Work Refresher (Requalification)?
The First Aid at Work Refresher, often referred to as the FAW Requalification course, is designed for individuals whose existing FAW certificate is nearing expiry. Completing this two-day refresher in Northampton allows you to renew your Level 3 First Aid at Work qualification for a further three years.
Rather than repeating the full three-day course, this requalification programme concentrates on refreshing key knowledge and reinforcing practical first aid skills. Guided by a qualified assessor, you’ll revisit essential techniques while ensuring continued compliance with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements.
✅ This refresher is suitable for learners whose First Aid at Work qualification is still in date, as well as those who have recently passed the expiry date and remain within the permitted requalification window (usually up to 28 days).
Eligibility & When to Book
The First Aid at Work Refresher in Northampton is intended for individuals who already hold a First Aid at Work qualification. To remain eligible for the refresher route, it’s important to enrol before your current certificate reaches its expiry date.
If your FAW certificate has recently expired, you may still be able to requalify, as a short grace period of up to 28 days is typically allowed. However, once this window has passed, the refresher option is no longer available and the full three-day FAW course must be completed again.
On the first day of training, learners are required to present evidence of their existing or recently expired FAW certificate to confirm eligibility for the requalification course.
What Will You Refresh and Practise During the Course?
During the First Aid at Work Refresher in Northampton, you’ll revisit the full FAW syllabus to ensure your skills, knowledge, and certification remain current. Delivered across two focused days, the course places strong emphasis on hands-on practice and real-world workplace scenarios.
- Roles and responsibilities of a workplace first aider, including infection prevention measures
- Approaching an incident, assessing the scene, and carrying out primary surveys
- Performing adult CPR and using an automated external defibrillator (AED)
- Placing a casualty into the recovery position and responding to seizures
- Managing choking incidents and controlling serious bleeding
- Providing first aid for shock, burns, scalds, and minor wounds
- Responding to fractures and injuries involving the head, spine, chest, and limbs
- Dealing with eye injuries and cases of suspected poisoning
- Identifying anaphylaxis and administering auto-injectors correctly
- Recognising and responding to medical emergencies such as heart attack, stroke, asthma, epilepsy, and diabetes
Assessment & Certification
To confirm your competence, the First Aid at Work Refresher course in Northampton uses a combination of ongoing trainer observation, practical skill assessments, and a brief multiple-choice assessment. This approach focuses on real understanding rather than memorisation.
Once you have successfully met the course requirements, you’ll be awarded an updated Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate. The qualification remains valid for a further three years and is fully aligned with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) standards.
Annual Refresher vs This 2-Day FAW Requalification
Many learners assume the annual refresher and the FAW requalification serve the same purpose, but they are designed for very different outcomes. An annual refresher is a short, informal session intended to help first aiders practise and maintain confidence throughout the year.
However, attending an annual refresher does not extend the validity of your qualification. When your First Aid at Work certificate is approaching expiry, the two-day FAW Refresher (Requalification) course in Northampton is required, as this is the only route that formally renews the certificate for a further three-year period.
Who Is the Course For?
The First Aid at Work Refresher in Northampton is aimed at workplace first aiders operating in environments where risks are higher or more varied. This includes roles within construction, manufacturing, warehousing, and larger office settings.
The course is suitable for those who already hold a First Aid at Work qualification and need to renew it to continue meeting Health and Safety Executive (HSE) expectations and workplace compliance standards.
On-Site First Aid at Work Refresher Training in Northampton
For organisations with multiple team members due to requalify, hosting the First Aid at Work Refresher at your own premises can be a practical solution. The complete two-day requalification course can be delivered on-site by a qualified instructor, allowing staff to refresh their skills in a familiar working environment.
Choosing workplace-based training comes with a number of advantages:
- ✓ Training dates and schedules arranged to suit your business
- ✓ Course content tailored around your specific workplace hazards
- ✓ Better value when training several employees at once
- ✓ All learners trained together in a single session
- ✓ Reduced travel time and minimal disruption to daily operations
Where the FAW Refresher Runs in Northampton and the Areas We Cover
The First Aid at Work Refresher in Northampton is delivered at a well-located training venue, chosen to reduce travel time for learners attending the two-day requalification course. The location can be reached easily using public transport, with local bus and rail links nearby, and there are parking options for those arriving by car.
In addition to delegates based in Northampton, the course is frequently attended by learners travelling from nearby towns and surrounding areas such as Kettering, Wellingborough, Daventry, Towcester, Brackley, Rushden, and Corby. Many employers across the region select Northampton as a practical central point for staff renewing their FAW certification.
Other First Aid Courses in Northampton
Alongside the First Aid at Work Refresher, we offer a variety of alternative first aid training options in Northampton. These include the one-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course, as well as Paediatric First Aid for individuals working in childcare or education settings.
To explore all available training options in the area, visit our First Aid Courses in Northampton page. You can also find nationwide details about how this qualification is delivered by viewing our First Aid at Work Refresher course overview.
Benefits of Renewing with Hurak
Hurak is trusted by organisations and individual first aiders across the UK to deliver reliable FAW Requalification training. Here’s what makes our First Aid at Work Refresher courses in Northampton a popular choice:
- ✓ Experienced training provider with more than 15 years of delivering first aid courses nationwide
- ✓ Proven track record with over 100,000 learners successfully trained
- ✓ Qualified, accredited instructors bringing real workplace experience into the classroom
- ✓ HSE-aligned Level 3 certification renewed for a further three-year period
- ✓ Efficient two-day course structure that reduces time away from work
- ✓ Convenient Northampton training venue with easy access via road and public transport
- ✓ Workplace-based delivery options available for group bookings
- ✓ Flexible payment solutions, including Klarna instalments
