Basic Life Support

About the course

• Overview

  Basic First Aid Session

  Ideal for community or workplace groups who wish to gain an overview on basic first aid and as a "taster" to a more in-depth qualification.

  Basic Life Support + Anaphylaxis awareness + Safe Handling of Life Saving Medication

  This BLS course follows the guidelines for healthcare professionals such as dentists and dental staff who require training in basic life support and AED awareness. It is suitable for all staff who may work in a healthcare setting and has been written taking all regulatory CPD guidelines into account.

  Basic Life Support & AED

  A practial workshop that gives attendees the opportunity to practice techniques and operate AED (Defibrillation) equipment. Ideal for community groups and those who have recently obtained a defibrillator.

  Defibrillator Awareness Session

  A 1.5 hour session to give delegates more confidence in using a defibrillator and CPR. This is very popular with groups who want to provide a basic awareness for their community whether it be a voluntary group or a parish council. Contact us with details of how we can provide this for you.

  Basic Life Support and Anaphylaxis

  A half-day course for those with a specific interest at work or in a voluntary capacity of responding to emergencies potentially involving a severe allergic reaction. Ideal for those working in a catering environment as well as those responsible for First Response.

• Before you come

  You are attending a First Aid or Pre-Hospital Care training course, so we recommend comfortable clothing and footwear due to the practical nature of the session. To correctly assess specific skills, you will be asked to complete practical assessments, including CPR and safe use of an AED, which must be completed on the floor.

  If the Learner has difficulty kneeling on the floor, they may practise with the manikin on a table or chair if it is safe. In real life, the casualty is likely to fall to the floor, so the Learner must demonstrate CPR and the safe use of an AED with the manikin on the floor at least once. Padding such as a folded coat may be provided to kneel on during the assessment. When using an AED trainer, the Learner must perform the skill without assistance from a third party. The Learner must demonstrate at least 2 cycles of CPR before applying the AED pads in the correct position and then follow the AED instructions for at least 2 further cycles without assistance from a third party. (Section 4b)

  During the course you will learn practical skills and have opportunities to apply them in real-life scenarios. Our trainers will be available to answer any questions you may have.