Annual Refresher for First Aiders in Jersey | NUCO Accredited Training
Keep your life-saving skills sharp with our Annual First Aid Refresher in Jersey. This 3-hour NUCO-accredited session is ideal for anyone who holds an Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at Work certificate. Stay confident and up to date with your first aid response.
Key course information
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for:
- Anyone with an active Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) or First Aid at Work (FAW) certificate
- Workplaces that want to meet HSE recommendations
- First aiders who want to refresh their practical skills annually
It is recommended by the HSE that all first aiders complete annual refresher training in between full requalification periods.
What you will learn
This course helps you maintain vital first aid knowledge and hands-on confidence in:
- Primary assessment and casualty management
- CPR for adults and use of an AED
- Managing an unconscious casualty (recovery position)
- Responding to bleeding, choking, and shock
- Handling minor injuries with updated protocols
- Incident reporting and post-incident care
Annual Refresher for First Aiders Training, course content
The exact balance of topics can be adapted to your workplace, however a typical Annual Refresher for First Aiders course in Jersey includes:
Review how to assess the scene and ensure safety for yourself and others before providing care.
Practise placing a casualty into the recovery position and monitoring their condition.
Refresh your knowledge and technique for providing high-quality chest compressions and using an AED.
Revisit how to manage choking using back blows and abdominal thrusts effectively.
Update your approach to managing bleeding, including dressings and pressure application.
Understand the signs of shock and how to support a casualty until professional help arrives.
Learn about any recent changes or updates in first aid guidance and best practice.
Engage in realistic first aid scenarios to apply skills and receive guidance from your instructor.
Content is aligned with the nationally recognised Annual Refresher for First Aiders specification, delivered through NUCO Training and regulated by FAA, giving you confidence that the qualification is robust and up to date.
Assessment and Certification
Learners are assessed throughout the day by the instructor through:
- Continuous practical assessment by the trainer
- No formal exam
- Certificate of Participation provided
- Recommended annually by the HSE (not legally mandatory)
There is no formal written exam in the traditional sense, however learners must demonstrate that they can perform the required practical skills safely and understand when to use them.
Course Format And Pricing
- Format: In-person practical refresher in Jersey
- Duration: 3 hours (half-day)
- Price: £40 per person
- Group Size: Small group format for hands-on feedback
- Materials: All equipment and resources provided
- Booking: contact us
Why choose Life Vital Academy for Annual Refresher for First Aiders
Clinically Led Training
Courses are delivered by an experienced Intensive Care nurse with over 20 years of front line emergency and acute care experience
Accredited Training
NUCO Training approved instructor delivering Annual Refresher for First Aiders in Jersey
Local to Jersey
We understand local workplaces, services and community settings, and can tailor examples and scenarios accordingly
Small groups
Small and supportive groups allowing plenty of time to ask questions and practise skills until you feel confident, not rushed
Frequently asked questions, Annual Refresher for First Aiders in Jersey
It is not legally required, but the HSE strongly recommends it annually for all first aiders.
No, this course is only for currently certified first aiders. If expired, you must complete the full course again.
No, it is a refresher only. The full 2-day FAW requalification is still required every 3 years.
Yes — you’ll receive a Certificate of Participation that demonstrates your continued competence.
Absolutely. We offer on-site sessions across Jersey for groups.
Ready to book Annual Refresher for First Aiders in Jersey
If you are ready to book your Annual Refresher for First Aiders in Jersey, or would like more information as to whether this is the right course for you and your organisation, please get in touch and we will be happy to help.