First Aid at Work (2 day Refresher) Course
Key Features
Of this First Aid At Work - Refresher Course:
- Refreshes first aiders on current UK resuscitation and first aid protocols
- Includes extensive hands-on practice with CPR, AEDs and casualty assessment
- Covers workplace-specific scenarios including fractures, burns, poisoning and medical emergencies
- Meets Health and Safety Executive requirements for designated first aiders
- Focuses on confident decision-making and effective incident management
Course Date Availability
First Aid At Work - Refresher training at the following 39 centres. Prices from £90 per person :
Course Information
Overview:
The First Aid at Work 2-Day Refresher provides a structured update for those who already hold a valid First Aid at Work certificate. It reinforces core skills while introducing the latest guidance from the Resuscitation Council UK and HSE on managing common workplace emergencies. Delegates revisit primary assessment, CPR techniques, AED operation and the treatment of injuries and illnesses that may occur in any working environment. The course emphasises practical application so that first aiders can respond quickly and effectively when incidents happen.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Designated workplace first aiders whose certificates are approaching expiry
- Health and safety representatives responsible for first aid arrangements
- Team leaders and supervisors in higher-risk workplaces
- Facilities and operations staff who maintain first aid cover
- Anyone required by their employer to hold a current First Aid at Work qualification
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Primary and secondary survey techniques for conscious and unconscious casualties
- CPR for adults, including the use of automated external defibrillators
- Management of choking, severe bleeding and shock
- Recognition and treatment of fractures, sprains, strains and head injuries
- Care of burns, scalds, eye injuries and poisoning
- Response to medical conditions such as heart attack, stroke, diabetes and seizures
- Recording and reporting procedures following an incident
- Legal responsibilities and first aid kit contents under HSE guidance
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over two consecutive days and combines short theory sessions with extended practical exercises and scenario-based training in a dedicated first aid training environment.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Incident management and casualty assessment
- CPR and AED use with repeated practice sessions
- Airway obstruction and breathing difficulties
- Wounds, bleeding and circulatory emergencies
- Bone, joint and muscle injuries
- Burns, scalds and thermal injuries
- Medical conditions and unconsciousness
- Record keeping and post-incident review
Private Courses On-site
First Aid at Work (2 day Refresher) training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Successful delegates receive a First Aid at Work certificate that remains valid for three years. Employers can then record the qualification against their first aid needs assessment. Delegates should arrange their next refresher course before the certificate expiry date to maintain continuous compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked First Aid at Work (2 day Refresher) questions:
The course is delivered over two full days of training and assessment.
Delegates must hold a valid First Aid at Work certificate that has not yet expired.
The syllabus includes CPR and AED use, primary assessment, bleeding control, fractures, burns, medical emergencies and incident reporting.
Assessment is continuous and includes practical demonstrations of skills plus a short multiple-choice test on theory.
You receive a First Aid at Work certificate issued by an approved training provider.
The qualification remains valid for three years from the date of successful completion.
You must complete another two-day refresher before the three-year validity period ends.
This refresher covers the full First Aid at Work syllabus including fractures, burns and medical conditions, whereas the one-day course addresses only the most common emergencies.
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for floor-based practical work. Bring your current certificate, photo ID and any prescription medication you may need.
Yes. The course focuses on realistic workplace scenarios so delegates can respond to incidents they may encounter in their own environment.
The course incorporates the latest Resuscitation Council UK and HSE guidance on CPR ratios, AED use and casualty care.
Training providers maintain appropriate instructor-to-delegate ratios to allow individual feedback during practical sessions.
Prices per person typically start at £90. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The refresher maintains the full scope of the original First Aid at Work qualification while concentrating on skill reinforcement and current best practice. It equips first aiders to handle the range of incidents they may encounter across different industries.
Last updated: Jun 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group