How long is the First Aid at Work Requalification course in Bristol?

The First Aid at Work Requalification in Bristol runs over 2 consecutive days, 12 contact hours in total (6 hours per day). It's the HSE-aligned refresher route for first aiders whose existing 3-day FAW certificate is still in date.

Who is the 2-day FAW Requalification in Bristol suitable for?

It's for designated workplace first aiders in Bristol whose existing First Aid at Work certificate has not yet expired (or is within HSE's recommended grace period). If your certificate has already lapsed beyond that window, you should book the full 3-day First Aid at Work course instead.

How long is the requalification certificate valid for?

The First Aid at Work certificate is valid for 3 years from the requalification date. HSE recommends an annual half-day refresher between certificates to keep skills sharp. Learners from Aztec West and Filton aerospace sites and the wider Bristol area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

When should I book the requalification in Bristol?

HSE recommends sitting the FAW requalification before your current certificate expires. We run public 2-day requalification dates in Bristol most months and we can also arrange on-site sessions for Filton, Aztec West, Avonmouth and the South West employers with a short lead time.

What if my First Aid at Work certificate has already expired?

If your FAW certificate expired more than HSE's recommended grace period ago, you'll need the full 3-day First Aid at Work course rather than the 2-day requalification. We run both courses in Bristol — get in touch and we'll point you at the right dates. Learners from the Harbourside and Cabot Circus and the wider Bristol area sit this course with us each month — the content and certificate are the same wherever you're based.

Can you deliver the requalification on-site at our Bristol workplace?

Yes. We deliver on-site 2-day FAW Requalification across Bristol and the surrounding area for groups of up to 12 learners. We supply all manikins, AED trainers, bandages and casualty simulation kit; you provide a room large enough for practical work and refreshments.

What's covered on the 2-day requalification in Bristol?

The 2-day requalification revisits the full First Aid at Work syllabus — primary survey, CPR and AED use, choking, severe bleeding and shock, burns, fractures, head and spinal injuries, chest, abdominal and pelvic injuries, poisoning, anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetic emergencies, seizures and unresponsive casualty management — at a faster pace because you're already a trained first aider.

How is the requalification assessed?

Assessment is continuous and practical throughout the 2 days, plus short written question papers — the same HSE-aligned format as the full First Aid at Work course. There's no separate end-of-course exam. If your team is based around Aztec West and Filton aerospace sites or elsewhere in Bristol, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

How does the requalification fit with our HSE first-aid needs assessment?

Your first-aid needs assessment determines how many first aiders your workplace needs and at what level. If it identified higher-risk activities and you currently hold the 3-day First Aid at Work certificate, the 2-day requalification keeps the same qualification in place for a further 3 years. Our Bristol schedule runs alongside cohorts in nearby South West England towns, so you can pick whichever date suits your shift pattern around the Harbourside and Cabot Circus.

Is an annual refresher required between requalifications?

HSE strongly recommends a half-day annual skills refresher between FAW certificates. It's not a legal requirement but it's the recommended way to keep CPR, AED and bleed-control skills current — we run annual refresher sessions in Bristol as standalone half-days or alongside CPD time. If your team is based around Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone or elsewhere in Bristol, our trainers travel to your site for closed groups of 6+.

How do I get to the Bristol venue and is parking available?

Bradbury House (Warmley) sits just off the A4174 ring road with free on-site parking and a short hop to Bristol Temple Meads; Engineers House on Clifton Down has parking and is a short walk from Clifton Down station and the main bus routes from central Bristol, Cribbs Causeway and Filton.

How do I book the First Aid at Work Requalification in Bristol?

Pick a date from the public schedule above and book online — you'll get instant confirmation, joining instructions and an invoice. For on-site requalification across Bristol and the surrounding area, use the workplace quote link and we'll confirm a date and price for your group.

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First Aid at Work Requalification in Bristol

Our First Aid at Work Requalification course in Bristol is a two-day, twelve-hour refresher for existing FAW holders — practical, scenario-led and HSE-aligned, with a fresh three-year certificate at the end. Expect short refreshers on theory followed by realistic casualty scenarios: cardiac arrest with AED, the unresponsive but breathing casualty, choking adult, serious bleeding, shock, head injury, asthma, anaphylaxis and stroke. No written exam — assessment is continuous and practical. Run at our Bristol venue or on-site for teams across Bristol, including Bath, Weston-super-Mare, Yate, Keynsham, Portishead.

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