How long is the Annual First Aid Refresher in Paisley?

The Paisley 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 Paisley?

Anyone in Paisley 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 Paisley 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. If your team is based around Hillington Park or elsewhere in Paisley, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

What topics are practised on the Paisley 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 Paisley 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 Paisley 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 Paisley?

Absolutely. We run open courses at Paisley venues close to Hillington Park and Glasgow Airport, easily reached from the M8 and can bring the session to your office, warehouse, school or construction site anywhere in Paisley and the surrounding area.

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

Open courses in Paisley 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 Paisley 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 Paisley refresher for a group?

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

Is the Paisley 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. We deliver this annual first aid refresher course in Paisley regularly, with classroom dates near the Glasgow Airport / Inchinnan cluster for employers across Scotland.

Where exactly in Paisley do you run open refresher courses?

We use accessible, well-connected training venues in and around Paisley venues close to Hillington Park and Glasgow Airport, easily reached from the M8. Exact address and directions are confirmed on your booking confirmation.

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Annual First Aid Refresher in Paisley

Keep your lifesaving skills sharp with our three-hour annual refresher at our central Smithhills Street venue, just a short walk from Paisley Gilmour Street station. This practical session is HSE-recommended for staff across Renfrewshire, from logistics teams near Glasgow Airport to administrative professionals at Renfrewshire Council or the University of the West of Scotland. It provides a vital skills top-up to ensure you remain confident in managing workplace emergencies between your full certifications. 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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Paisley first aid course venues

British Red Cross Centre

Smithhills Street, Paisley

PA1 1EB

Train

Gilmour Street Station (4 min walk)
Public transport

Gauze Street (2 min walk)
Parking

Car Park Piazza Shopping Centre - Paisley | APCOA (2 min walk), YourParkingSpace (3 min walk)

First aid training across Paisley and surrounding areas

Learners regularly travel in from across the region.

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Why Train in Paisley?

Paisley is the largest town in Scotland and the commercial heart of Renfrewshire, with major NHS, university, public sector, retail, hospitality and aerospace / logistics employers concentrated in the town centre and around Glasgow Airport. Training Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) locally — at the British Red Cross Centre on Smithhills Street (PA1 1EB), a 4-minute walk from Paisley Gilmour Street station — saves staff travel time into central Glasgow, keeps people inside the PA postcode area, and lets us deliver on-site closed courses across Renfrewshire and West Glasgow for groups of 6 or more.

As Renfrewshire largest town and a key part of the Greater Glasgow area, Paisley has a varied economy with strong public, retail and service sectors. It is a legal requirement under HSE regulations for all employers in Paisley to ensure adequate and appropriate first aid provision is in place.

Getting here

Paisley is exceptionally well-connected. Paisley Gilmour Street is a major rail hub on the Glasgow–Ayrshire / Inverclyde lines with very frequent services to Glasgow Central (about 10 minutes), and the town has three further local stations (Paisley Canal, Paisley St James, Hawkhead). By road the town sits directly off the M8 with the A737, A726 and A761 fanning out across Renfrewshire — and Glasgow Airport is a 5-minute drive. The Smithhills Street training venue is in the centre of Paisley, a 4-minute walk from Gilmour Street, with car parks a short walk away.

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

We run onsite first aid training across Paisley 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 Paisley 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 Paisley

Industries we train in

• Public Sector and Administration
• Retail
• Manufacturing
• Logistics and Transport (near airport)
• IT Services
• Healthcare

Local employers we've worked with

• Renfrewshire Council
• NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (Royal Alexandra Hospital)
• University of the West of Scotland (UWS)
• Glasgow Airport (and associated businesses)
• DXC Technology
• Chivas Brothers
• Doosan Babcock

About Annual First Aid Refresher training in Paisley

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

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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Last reviewed: June 2026

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