How long is the Annual First Aid Refresher in Ascot?

The Ascot session runs for 3 hours and is delivered in a single half-day, either morning or afternoon. There's no exam — it's a hands-on practical top-up between full requalifications.

Who is this refresher course for in Ascot?

Anyone in Ascot who already holds a current Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) or First Aid at Work (FAW) certificate and wants to keep their practical skills sharp between 3-yearly requalifications.

Does the Annual Refresher replace my EFAW or FAW requalification?

No. The Ascot refresher complements your full certificate — it does not extend or replace it. HSE strongly recommends an annual refresher between requalifications, but you'll still need to requalify every 3 years. Our Ascot schedule runs alongside cohorts in nearby South East England towns, so you can pick whichever date suits your shift pattern around Windsor and Maidenhead employers.

What topics are practised on the Ascot refresher?

We focus on the high-stakes skills that fade fastest: CPR on adult and child manikins, AED use, choking, severe bleeding control, the unresponsive casualty and the primary survey. Almost entirely practical.

Is the Ascot refresher HSE-aligned?

Yes. The syllabus follows HSE guidance for annual refresher training, designed for current EFAW and FAW certificate holders who want to maintain confidence in the skills they rarely use day-to-day.

Do I receive a certificate after the Ascot refresher?

Yes. Every learner receives an attendance certificate confirming completion of the 3-hour annual refresher. It is not a requalification, but it is excellent evidence of ongoing competence.

Can you deliver the Annual First Aid Refresher on-site in Ascot?

Absolutely. We run open courses at accessible Ascot venues close to the racecourse and easily reached from Bracknell, Windsor and the M3/M4 and can bring the session to your office, warehouse, school or construction site anywhere in Ascot and the surrounding area.

How many people can you train in a single Ascot refresher session?

Open courses in Ascot typically welcome up to 12 learners. For on-site sessions we can accommodate larger groups — just let us know your numbers and we'll quote accordingly.

What should I bring to the Ascot refresher course?

Just comfortable clothing — you'll be practising CPR on the floor. We supply manikins, AED trainers, bandages, and all course materials. Please bring your current EFAW or FAW certificate if you have it.

Can I book the Ascot refresher for a group?

Yes. Group bookings are welcome on our open Ascot dates, and we can also arrange private sessions at your premises. Contact us for group rates and preferred dates.

Is the Ascot refresher suitable for school and nursery staff?

Yes. If school or nursery staff hold an in-date EFAW or paediatric first aid certificate, this refresher helps keep their skills current. We use child manikins where appropriate.

How often should I attend a refresher?

HSE recommends an annual refresher for all workplace first aiders. It is voluntary, but it is the best way to keep skills fresh between the mandatory 3-year requalification courses. Learners from Windsor and Maidenhead employers and the wider Ascot area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

Where exactly in Ascot do you run open refresher courses?

We use accessible, well-connected training venues in and around accessible Ascot venues close to the racecourse and easily reached from Bracknell, Windsor and the M3/M4. Exact address and directions are confirmed on your booking confirmation.

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Annual First Aid Refresher in Ascot

Our three-hour First Aid Refresher in Ascot is designed for local professionals in the high-pressure hospitality, equestrian, and education sectors who need to keep their life-saving skills sharp. Whether you are based at Ascot Racecourse, Heatherwood Hospital, or one of the independent schools in Sunninghill and Virginia Water, the HSE-recommended annual top-up ensures you remain confident in handling emergencies. Most of our clients travel from nearby Bagshot or Windsor via the A329, or take a quick train journey from Ascot station to our Bracknell venue near Martins Heron. Note: this 3-hour refresher tops up your skills between certificates — it does not renew your in-date First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work qualification.

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Ascot first aid course venues

British Red Cross Centre (nearest to Ascot)

21 Martins Lane, Bracknell

RG12 9EN

Train

Martins Heron (13 min walk)
Public transport

Calfridus Way (2 min walk)
Parking

Lily Hill Park Running Horse Car Park (9 min walk), The Square Parking (8 min walk)

First aid training across Ascot and surrounding areas

Learners regularly travel in from across the region.

BracknellWindsorSunningdaleSunninghillVirginia WaterBagshotEghamLightwater

Why Train in Ascot?

Ascot sits at the centre of an affluent commuter belt spanning East Berkshire and North-West Surrey, with a daytime workforce concentrated around Ascot Racecourse and its hospitality contractors, Heatherwood Hospital, LVS Ascot and the schools and colleges of Sunningdale, Sunninghill and Virginia Water. Every one of these employers is legally required to maintain trained first aiders under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. Our nearest scheduled Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) venue — the British Red Cross Centre in Bracknell (RG12 9EN) — is a short drive or single-stop train ride from Ascot, and for teams of six or more we bring British Red Cross-trained instructors to your workplace anywhere across East Berkshire so your people train in the environment they will actually be delivering first aid in.

Ascot economy is uniquely dominated by its world-famous racecourse, leading to a high concentration of hospitality, events and equestrian businesses. The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 are especially pertinent here, where staff frequently manage large public gatherings and unique outdoor risks.

Getting here

Ascot is served by Ascot railway station with direct South Western Railway services to London Waterloo, Bracknell, Wokingham and Reading. Our nearest scheduled training venue (British Red Cross Centre, Bracknell, RG12 9EN) is a single short hop on the same line to Martins Heron, then a 13-minute walk. By road, the area is bounded by the M3 (J3 Bagshot) to the south and the M4 (J10 Wokingham) to the north, with the A329(M), A329 and A330 linking Ascot, Bracknell, Sunningdale and Windsor. Heathrow Airport is around 25 minutes north-east via the M25 (J13), making the area straightforward to reach for visiting trainers and corporate clients.

Onsite first aid training in Ascot — workplace EFAW for your team

We run onsite first aid training across Ascot and the surrounding area — your venue, your team, your schedule.

HSE strongly recommends an annual refresher between full Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work requalifications. This Ascot session is built around hands-on practice rather than theory, with small groups, adult and child manikins and a live AED trainer. It complements (it does not replace) your 3-year certificate.

Industries we train across Ascot

Industries we train in

• Events and Hospitality
• Equestrian Services
• Retail
• Professional Services
• Education

Local employers we've worked with

• Ascot Racecourse
• Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (Heatherwood Hospital)
• LVS Ascot
• Sunningdale School
• Various high-end retail and hospitality establishments
• Sodexo (at Ascot Racecourse)

About Annual First Aid Refresher training in Ascot

3-hour HSE-aligned Annual First Aid Refresher in Ascot. Hands-on CPR, AED, choking and bleeding practice for current EFAW/FAW certificate holders. Open courses and on-site delivery available across Ascot.

Course overview

Course overview — Annual First Aid Refresher

Keep your first aid skills current with annual refresher training

Duration

3 hours

Certificate

1 year

Level

Level 3 / Professional

Class size

Maximum 12 learners

Assessment

3 x Practical Assessments

Delivery

In-person

What you'll learn

CPR & AED Refresh

Updated ratios, technique check, defibrillator practice.

Choking Response

Adult choking algorithm refresh with hands-on practice.

Severe Bleeding

Wound care updates including catastrophic bleeding awareness.

Unresponsive Casualty

Primary survey and recovery position refresh.

Medical Emergencies

Refresher on heart attack, stroke, anaphylaxis and seizures.

Scenario Practice

Realistic workplace scenarios to test your decision-making.

What's included

Qualified instructor
Practical CPR/AED practice
Attendance certificate
Small class sizes (maximum 12 learners)
Same-day digital certificate where possible, with a printable PDF to follow
Free re-sit if you don't pass first time

Who it's for

Current FAW certificate holders

Keep skills sharp during the 3-year certificate cycle.

Current EFAW certificate holders

Maintain confidence and competence between requalifications.

Workplace first aid teams

Annual CPD that meets HSE refresher guidance and reassures employers.

Site supervisors and managers

Lead by example with current, practiced first aid skills.

Course syllabus

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Our training content is reviewed by experienced first aid instructors and training specialists to ensure accuracy, relevance and alignment with current workplace first aid guidance, the Resuscitation Council UK 2025 Guidelines and HSE L74 first aid regulations.

Last reviewed: June 2026

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