Basic Life Support
About this course
This regulated Level 2 Basic Life Support qualification will
give learners the skills, knowledge and practical competence
to administer first aid until professional medical help arrives.
It is particularly suitable for healthcare professionals for the
purpose of Continual Professional Development (CPD).
The Basic Life Support qualification will give learners the skills and knowledge to act in an emergency situation providing the casualty with
critical life saving assistance until support arrives.
The qualification is delivered following the protocols set by the Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Primary Survey
• Recovery position
• Choking
Duration
A minimum of 3 contact hours in the classroom, consisting of practical and theoretical activities. The course can be delivered in one day or spread over a maximum of 3 weeks ensuring that each session is a minimum of 1 hour.
Numbers
A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 14 years of age to qualify.
Certification
This qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of achievement. The learner will need to complete the full course again to requalify for a
further 3 years. It is recommended that the learner attends annual refresher training.
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