Level 2 Basic Life Support and Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator Course
Course Duration
This course runs over a minimum of 3 hours, consisting of practical and theoretical activities.
Syllabus
A range of subjects are covered including:
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Responsibilities and reporting
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Assessment of the situation
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Dealing with an unresponsive casualty
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Infection control
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Resuscitation
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AED functions
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Defibrillation procedures
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Safety measures
Assessment
Practical assessments are on-going by the instructor throughout the day, along with a written question paper that will be completed at the end of the course. Reasonable adjustments can be made for those that need assistance with reading or writing but a good level of English speaking and writing will be required when attending this course.
Certification
This qualification lasts for 3 years and will be awarded if the learner shows competency throughout the course. To renew the qualification, learners will need to sit the Basic Life Support and Safe use of an AED course before their qualification expires. However, it is recommended that during the 3-year period, the learners attend annual refresher courses.
If attending a non regulated BLS course, a certificate of attendance will be issued.
Costs
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To hold a Basic Life Support and Safe use of an AED course at your workplace the cost is £250 plus an additional £10 per learner
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Maximum 12 learners (maximum of 16 learners if non regulated)