Basic Life Support & AED.
Focused CPR and defibrillator training, around 3 hours. Built for confidence in the first few minutes of a cardiac arrest, whether that's an annual refresher, or a first course for a community group, gym or venue with a public access defibrillator.
Who this course is for
Non-clinical staff, support workers, care assistants, community groups, gym staff, and anyone based at a venue with a public access defibrillator who wants real confidence responding to a cardiac arrest. It also works well as a focused annual refresher for anyone who already holds a broader first aid certificate.
What's covered
- Adult CPR
- The recovery position
- Safe AED use
- Choking
- Calling for help and handing over to emergency services
Format
A focused, practical session of around 3 hours, delivered at your premises or venue. Small groups as standard, so everyone gets real hands-on time on the manikins and the defibrillator trainer.
Need a broader workplace certificate?
If you need a designated workplace first aider under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) gives you a wider skill set and an accredited certificate. BLS & AED is a great annual top-up alongside that, or standalone training for non-workplace settings.
Common questions about BLS & AED
Who is this course for?
Non-clinical staff, support workers, care assistants, community groups, gym staff, and anyone based at a venue with a public access defibrillator who wants confidence responding to a cardiac arrest.
How long does it take?
Around 3 hours, covering adult CPR, the recovery position, safe AED use, choking and calling for help. The certificate is valid for 1 year.
Is this the right course for a workplace first aider?
If you need a workplace first aider under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, EFAW gives you a broader skill set and an accredited certificate. BLS & AED works well as a focused annual refresher alongside that, or as standalone training for non-workplace settings.
Can you deliver this onsite?
Yes. We can run BLS & AED at your premises, gym or venue, wherever your defibrillator is actually located, so training happens where staff will use it.