TQUK LEVEL 2 AWARD IN CPR & AED(RQF) - BLS

This accredited qualification provides learners with skills to further their first aid training. It is recommended for first aiders in the workplace environment who have access to a defibrillator.

Those gaining this qualification will know that cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation form an essential part of the chain of survival. The recommended course duration is 1 day with a minimum of 6 contact hours. This course can be taken as a blended course using our video online training to halve the classroom time.

All successful students will be issued with a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation Certificate, along with a wallet-sized plastic card detailing their achievement. To comply with current requirements in the medical, dental, care sector and to meet the AED recommendations of the UK Resuscitation Council guidelines, you must take this qualification again after one year

This qualification is currently assessed by practical demonstration and written or oral questioning.

Who should take this course ?

• Doctors

• Nurses

• Dentists

• First Aiders

• Anyone who uses an AED

What is in the course ?

1. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. Be able to carry out basic user

• 4.1 Identify when a defibrillator battery requires changing maintenance and troubleshoot problems with an automated external defibrillator

• 4.2 Identify when electrode pads need replacing

• 4.3 Demonstrate how to troubleshoot problems if the automated external defibrillator does not function correctly

5. Understand the safe use of an automated external defibrillator

1. 5.1 Describe the safety considerations when using AED’s

Cost

For a one day regulated course £80 per person.

This includes the certificate and access to free updates and online training videos , even after completion you will have login details and complete access to any training up dates.

More than one of you ?

Then we offer block booking discounts depending on the number of people required to take the course.

4 to 6 people £75 per person

6 to 12 people £70 per person.

To arrange a course please contact us.