How long is the Annual First Aid Refresher in Edinburgh?

The Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

Anyone in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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.

What topics are practised on the Edinburgh 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 refresher HSE-aligned?

Yes. The Edinburgh session follows HSE guidance on annual refresher training for designated workplace first aiders and uses current UK Resuscitation Council protocols.

Do I get a certificate?

You'll receive an Edinburgh attendance certificate confirming you've completed an annual refresher. It is not a standalone first aid qualification — it sits alongside your existing EFAW or FAW certificate.

Can you deliver the refresher at our Edinburgh workplace?

Yes. We run on-site refreshers across Edinburgh for groups of up to 12 — your office, warehouse, site or premises. It's usually the most cost-effective option for teams of 4 or more.

How many people can attend one refresher session in Edinburgh?

Up to 12 per session, in line with HSE guidance, so every attendee gets meaningful hands-on time with the manikins and AED trainer.

How often should our Edinburgh first aiders do a refresher?

Once a year, every year, between full requalifications. Research shows practical first aid skills — especially CPR — degrade significantly within 6–9 months without practice.

Are there public open courses in Edinburgh?

Yes. We run scheduled open Annual First Aid Refresher dates in Edinburgh for individuals and small groups. Use the postcode search above to see the next available Edinburgh dates.

What do attendees need to bring on the day in Edinburgh?

Just photo ID and comfortable clothes — there's floor-based CPR work. We provide all manikins, AED trainers, face shields and PPE at the Edinburgh venue.

Is parking and transport easy at your Edinburgh venues?

Our Edinburgh venues are picked for accessibility — close to public transport with parking nearby. Exact venue details and directions are emailed once you book.

How quickly can we book a refresher in Edinburgh?

Open public dates in Edinburgh typically run every few weeks. For on-site delivery at your Edinburgh workplace we can usually schedule within 2–3 weeks subject to trainer availability.

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Annual First Aid Refresher in Edinburgh

Keep first-aider skills sharp with a half-day Annual First Aid Refresher in Edinburgh. Designed for certificate holders working across the city centre, the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Park, this 3-hour practical top-up rehearses the high-stakes skills that fade fastest between full requalifications — CPR, AED use, choking, severe bleeding and the unresponsive casualty — so your appointed first aiders stay confident on the day it matters.

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Edinburgh first aid course venues

British Red Cross Centre

6 Redheughs Rigg, South Gyle, Edinburgh

EH12 9DQ

Train

South Gyle (15 min walk)
Public transport

Gyle Centre (11 min walk), Redheughs Avenue (6 min walk)
Parking

YourParkingSpace (3 min walk), HSBC parking (9 min walk)

First aid training across Edinburgh and surrounding areas

Learners regularly travel in from across the region.

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Why Train in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh's economy spans Scotland's financial services heartland, a world-renowned tourism and festival sector, major universities, NHS Lothian, and growing logistics hubs around Edinburgh Airport and the M8. Choosing a local EFAW provider means your first-aid training reflects the real risks your staff face — whether that's a medical emergency in a busy Princes Street hotel, an incident at a university laboratory, or a workplace accident at a warehouse near the Gyle. Our trainers know the city and the Lothians, delivering recognised, practical courses that keep your organisation compliant and your people confident.

As Scotland capital, Edinburgh has a prestigious, service-led economy centred on finance, tourism and a rapidly growing tech sector. Under UK law, all employers have a legal duty to provide for the immediate care of staff, making first-aid training a vital part of business in the city.

Getting here

Our Edinburgh training centre is located at 6 Redheughs Rigg, EH12 9DQ, in the South Gyle area just west of the city centre and close to Edinburgh Airport. The nearest train station is South Gyle, a 15-minute walk away, with regular services to Edinburgh Waverley, Haymarket, and Glasgow Queen Street. Edinburgh Trams stop at Gyle Centre, an 11-minute walk from the venue, providing a direct link to the city centre and the airport. Local bus services run along Redheughs Avenue, just 6 minutes away on foot. For drivers, the venue is easily accessed from the M8 (J1), the A720 City Bypass, and the A90, with paid parking available nearby via YourParkingSpace and at the HSBC car park. Delegates travelling from Livingston, Glasgow, or Fife will find the South Gyle location particularly convenient.

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

We run onsite first aid training across Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh

Industries we train in

• Financial Services
• Tourism and Hospitality
• Technology and Software
• Higher Education and Research
• Public Administration
• Life Sciences

Local employers we've worked with

• Scottish Government
• NatWest Group (formerly RBS)
• Baillie Gifford
• University of Edinburgh
• NHS Lothian
• City of Edinburgh Council
• Standard Life Aberdeen (abrdn)
• Skyscanner
• Cirrus Logic

About Annual First Aid Refresher training in Edinburgh

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

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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