Basic Life Support and AED
The Basic Life Support (BLS) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) course is designed to teach participants the essential skills needed to provide lifesaving care in emergencies, focusing on cardiac arrest and respiratory distress.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for healthcare providers, first responders, and anyone interested in learning life-saving techniques, including office staff and community members. If you work on a site with an AED it is recommended to have training on the device, so you are more prepared in an emergency.
What are the learning outcomes?
- Recognise the signs of cardiac arrest and respiratory emergencies.
- Perform high-quality chest compressions and rescue breaths for adult, child, and infant patients.
- Use an AED effectively to deliver defibrillation.
- Demonstrate the correct sequence of care during a cardiac emergency.
- Understand the importance of early intervention and notifying emergency services.
This training empowers individuals to respond confidently and effectively in life-threatening situations.
Contact us to book a Trainer, or check out our upcoming courses page to see when our next open course is running.