Adult Basic Life Support and Automated External Defibrillator

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Qualification Code:

BLS

Duration:

2.5 hours

Delivery Method:

Classroom

Cost:

£45.00

Adult Basic Life Support and Automated External Defibrillator

Course Overview

Our Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an AED course is a practical, regulated qualification designed for people who may need to respond to an adult cardiac emergency at work or in voluntary and community settings. Learners build the confidence to assess an emergency situation safely, perform adult CPR, use an automated external defibrillator correctly, and manage an unconscious breathing casualty.

Course Overview

The Basic Life Support and Safe Use of an AED course is designed for people who have a specific interest or responsibility in providing immediate support during an emergency. It focuses on the practical steps needed to deal with an unresponsive adult casualty, including scene assessment, CPR, safe AED use and the recovery position.

This qualification forms part of the Qualsafe first aid suite and is based on the recommendations of the Resuscitation Council (UK) and a panel of experts in emergency medical care. It is intended for people who may need to provide BLS when dealing with an emergency situation which may also involve using an AED. Click HERE for the full course specification.

Why choose this course with Medipro?

This course is a strong choice for employers and individuals who want practical, concise training in adult BLS and AED use.

With Medipro, learners benefit from:

  • A regulated Qualsafe qualification recognised within the RQF framework
  • Practical classroom delivery in Stockton-on-Tees, with on-site group delivery also available
  • Training based on current UK first aid practice and Resuscitation Council guidance
  • A focused format with 2.5 guided learning hours and 3.5 hours total qualification time
  • Hands-on assessment in CPR, AED use and unconscious casualty care

Who is this course for?

This qualification is suitable for people who have a specific interest or responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to provide BLS when dealing with an emergency situation that may involve an AED.

It is ideal for:

  • Workplace first aiders who need focused adult BLS and AED training
  • Staff in education, care, leisure and community environments
  • Employers who want staff to respond confidently to cardiac emergencies
  • Individuals who want recognised CPR and defibrillator training
  • Teams who need a short, practical emergency response course

This course is built around the actual Qualsafe unit content and focuses on three core areas: assessing an emergency safely, providing first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally, and caring for an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally.

During the course, learners will cover:

  • How to conduct a scene survey and check for danger
  • How to carry out a primary survey
  • How to summon appropriate assistance
  • How to recognise when CPR is needed
  • How to perform adult CPR on a manikin
  • How to use an AED safely and follow AED prompts
  • How to identify key considerations when using CPR and an AED
  • How to place an unconscious breathing casualty into the recovery position
  • How to monitor breathing continuously while waiting for further help

Adult CPR and safe use of an AED

A central part of the course is learning how to provide effective adult CPR and use an automated external defibrillator safely.

The qualification specification requires learners to demonstrate:

  • 30 chest compressions
  • Correct hand positioning
  • Compression depth of 5 to 6 cm
  • A rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute
  • 2 rescue breaths
  • Correct AED pad placement
  • Following AED instructions correctly
  • A minimum CPR demonstration time of 2 minutes at floor level

Learners also cover practical considerations such as infection risk, PPE, barrier devices, wet chests, chest hair, medical patches, implanted devices, pregnancy, children and infant variations, and ensuring no one is touching the casualty during shock analysis or delivery.

Recovery position and unconscious casualty care

The course also teaches learners how to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally.

This includes:

  • Identifying when the recovery position is appropriate
  • Placing the casualty into a stable, open, draining airway position
  • Monitoring airway and breathing continually
  • Turning the casualty onto the opposite side every 30 minutes where required
  • Placing a heavily pregnant casualty on their left side

This is an important part of the programme because not every emergency will require CPR or defibrillation. Learners need to know how to make safe decisions based on the casualty’s condition.

Syllabus breakdown

Module 1: Assessing an emergency situation safely

Learners begin with scene safety, identifying danger, assessing what has happened, prioritising treatment and carrying out a primary survey. This includes when and how to call for help.

Module 2: Adult CPR

Learners practise identifying when CPR is needed and performing effective adult CPR to current standards, including compressions and rescue breaths.

Module 3: Safe use of an AED

Learners practise safe AED use, including pad placement, following prompts and understanding practical safety considerations.

Module 4: Recovery position and monitoring

Learners practise how to manage an unconscious casualty who is breathing normally and how to maintain ongoing monitoring until help arrives.

This qualification is for people who have a specific interest at work, or in a voluntary and community activities (e.g. first aider), in being able to provide effective BLS when dealing with an emergency situation which may require the use of an AED. All learners are required to be at least 14 on the first day of this course.

We provide a number of options to support you fund and finance this course. These include:

  • Multiple booking discount – for companies who book 2 learners onto this course, you will receive a 50% discount on the 3rd
  • Course Fee Money-Back Guarantee – On eligible courses, if you attend, complete the required learning, follow tutor guidance and still do not pass, we will refund your course fee.

How long is the course?

The course has a total time of 3.5 hours with 2.5 hours guided learning in class.

What qualification will I receive?

You will receive the Qualsafe Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support and Automated External Defibrillation (RQF), subject to successful completion.

How long is the certificate valid for?

The uploaded specification states the qualification is valid for 3 years.

Is this a regulated qualification?

Yes. The qualification is part of the RQF and is issued by Qualsafe Awards.

Does the course include CPR and AED use?

Yes. Those are central elements of the qualification and are included in the required practical assessments.

Who is this course suitable for?

It is suitable for people with a specific interest or responsibility at work, or in voluntary and community activities, to provide BLS during an emergency that may involve using an AED.

Where is the course delivered?

The current Medipro page lists delivery at Faraday House, Stockton-on-Tees, with scheduled classroom dates and on-site delivery options

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