Annual Refresher for First Aiders in Wiltshire

This three-hour refresher course is designed for certified First Aiders who want to maintain and update their skills. It reinforces core techniques, reviews HSE protocol updates, and ensures confidence in responding to workplace emergencies without the need for a full requalification course.

📋 Key Details

Duration: 3 hours
Qualification: Non-regulated refresher certificate
Group size: Up to 16 people
Minimum age: 14 years
Certificate validity: Non-regulated achievement certificate

🎯 Key Skills

Refreshing CPR and AED use
Reviewing casualty assessment and primary/secondary surveys
Updating knowledge of minor injuries, bleeding, burns, and shock management
Understanding changes to first aid protocols and chain of survival
Practising realistic scenario-based interventions

🧭 What to Expect

The session begins with a review of core first aid principles, including CPR, choking management, AED awareness, and assessment of unresponsive casualties. You will practise on manikins under instructor supervision to reinforce correct techniques.

Next, the refresher covers common injuries, minor emergencies, and topical updates from the HSE. Scenario exercises simulate realistic incidents to give you practical experience and confidence in applying your skills effectively.

The session concludes with a knowledge review and instructor feedback to ensure all participants are confident and current in their first aid abilities. You will receive a non-regulated certificate confirming successful completion.

📍 Location

Courses are offered across South Wiltshire, including Salisbury, Chippenham, Marlborough, Bath, and Warminster. Venues provide practical training areas alongside classroom facilities for theory and discussion.

On-site delivery is available for groups, allowing refresher training in your work environment. This ensures relevance to your workplace hazards while providing a convenient solution for maintaining skills without full requalification.

⚙️ Prerequisites

You must hold a valid first aid certificate, either Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work. Participants are expected to have prior knowledge of basic first aid techniques.

Physical activity includes kneeling, bending, and practising CPR on manikins. Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes are required for safe and effective participation.

⭐ Why Choose Us

The instructor has extensive experience in first aid training, including military and St John Ambulance backgrounds. Training is accredited by First Aid Awards Ltd and adheres to HSE standards.

Small group sizes ensure personalised feedback and practical guidance. The refresher emphasises realistic scenarios, skill retention, and confidence in responding to workplace emergencies.

All training materials, manikins, and equipment
Practical and theoretical refresher session
Instructor guidance and personalised feedback
Non-regulated certificate of achievement
Tea and coffee breaks

Transport to and from the meeting point
Personal insurance
Meals beyond tea and coffee

The refresher covers CPR, AED use, choking management, casualty assessment, minor injuries, bleeding, burns, shock, and topical updates to first aid protocols.

Scenarios are included to ensure practical application of knowledge. The training reflects common workplace incidents and emergency situations, keeping your skills relevant and up to date.

This course is suitable for anyone holding a current first aid certificate who wants to maintain their skills. You will refresh techniques, review protocol updates, and remain confident in emergency situations.

It is ideal for workplace first aiders, volunteers, and team leaders. By attending, you maintain readiness for minor and major incidents without completing a full requalification course.

You will be observed performing CPR and casualty handling exercises on manikins throughout the session. Feedback is provided immediately to refine technique and confidence.

Group discussions and scenario practice allow verification of knowledge and decision-making skills, ensuring you are competent in practical application.

Yes, the course can be run at your workplace. On-site training allows practice in a familiar environment, making scenarios more realistic and directly relevant to your team.

This flexibility is ideal for larger groups or organisations that prefer minimal disruption while keeping skills current.

Yes, the price is per person. The total cost may vary depending on group size, location, or bespoke delivery arrangements.

Comfortable clothing suitable for kneeling, bending, and practising CPR is required, along with closed-toe shoes.

Bringing water and light snacks is recommended. You may also bring a notepad and pen to take notes during discussions and theoretical updates.

Based in South Wiltshire, this accredited training provider delivers Level 2 and Level 3 first aid courses that meet HSE and OFSTED standards. Led by Mike, a highly experienced instructor who began teaching first aid in the Army in 2006, the courses combine practical expertise with engaging, scenario-based learning. After years of training with St John Ambulance, Mike founded his own programme in 2016 to offer flexible and bespoke courses for individuals and organisations. Each session focuses on real-world skills, confidence in emergencies, and maintaining compliance with recognised national standards.