Basic Life Support (BLS)
Basic Life Support training is crucial for healthcare organisations and beneficial for the general public seeking confidence in handling first aid emergencies.
The Basic Life Support (BLS) course, typically conducted over half a day, complies with the latest UK Resuscitation Council guidelines 2021. The aim of Basic Life Support training is to provide the learner with the skills, knowledge and understanding in the provision of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and of the safe use and management of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
To ensure high-quality instruction and ample hands-on practice, we limit class sizes to a maximum of 12 participants per instructor, though larger groups can be accommodated with additional instructors. Our hands-on approach helps attendees develop life-saving skills, including CPR, safe defibrillation and what to do if someone is choking.
Throughout the course, learners are continuously assessed through practical demonstrations and question-and-answer sessions, ensuring they are well-prepared to respond effectively, and with confidence, in emergency situations.
For anyone working within healthcare, we also offer accredited Basic Life Support (BLS) Level 2 (VTQ), as well as a Basic Life Support & AED for Healthcare Professionals Level 2 (VTQ) courses. These courses are aligned to the Skills for Health UK Core Skills Training Framework or UK-CSTF and endorsed by Skills for Care. This training, ideal for nurses, care workers or medical professionals, covers the Basic Life Support skills as listed below as well as healthcare variations on paediatric CPR. The courses have been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
On successful completion of a Basic Life Support course, attendees will receive a Basic Life Support certificate which is valid for one year. To renew, a further Basic Life Support course must be attended.
If you would like to book your training please complete the booking form below or contact me with any enquiries.
Course Curriculum
Unit 1: Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Understand basic life support requirements
1.1 Describe the principles that underpin basic life support
1.2 Explain the circumstances under which resuscitation is performed
1.3 Explain why early intervention is necessary
1.4 Describe different types of cardiopulmonary arrest
- Be able to demonstrate basic life support techniques and automated external defibrillator use in line with current national guidelines
2.1 Demonstrate cardiopulmonary resuscitation
2.2 Demonstrate compression-only resuscitation
2.3 Demonstrate the use of resuscitation barrier devices
2.4 Demonstrate how to manage a choking casualty
2.5 Demonstrate the use of an automated external defibrillator
2.6 Describe the differences when using an automated external defibrillator on a child
- Be able to demonstrate post-resuscitation procedures
3.1 Demonstrate how to place a casualty in the recovery position
3.2 Identify the risks when placing a casualty in the recovery position
3.3 Describe handover and reporting procedures
- Be able to carry out basic user maintenance and troubleshoot problems with an automated external defibrillator
4.1 Identify when a defibrillator battery requires changing
4.2 Identify when electrode pads need replacing
4.3 Demonstrate how to troubleshoot problems if the automated external defibrillator does not function correctly
- Understand the safe use of an automated external defibrillator
5.1 Describe the safety considerations when using AEDs
Price for this course
Basic Life Support (BLS)- £42.98 each for 2 attendees
- £40.95 each for 3 attendees
- £38.93 each for 4 attendees
- £36.90 each for 5 attendees
- £34.88 each for 6 attendees
- £32.85 each for 7 attendees
- £30.83 each for 8 attendees
- £28.80 each for 9 attendees
- £26.78 each for 10 attendees
- £24.38 each for 11 attendees
- £22.50 each for 12 attendees
The prices above are for venue-based courses and private bookings for 4 or more attendees.
We are also pleased to offer private courses for 3 attendees or less. These can be delivered at your place of work or home. Prices are adjusted as follows:
£110 for 1 attendee
£70 each for 2 attendees
£50 each for 3 attendees
Prices are inclusive of your training and certificate.
A discount is applied for each additional learner attending a course. A full course of 12 learners is priced at 50% off!
Booking enquiry
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