Basic Life Support

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This is a 3-hour Ofqual regulated course, consisting of both practical and theoretical learning. The Basic Life Support qualification will give learners the skills and knowledge to act in an emergency situation providing the casualty with critical lifesaving assistance until support arrives. The qualification is delivered following the protocols set by the Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines. It is also suitable for healthcare professionals for the purpose of Continual Professional Development (CPD). Course content includes: - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - Primary Survey - Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) - Recovery position - Choking Assessment & certification: The course Instructor is responsible for determining whether delegates pass or fail based on practical assessment throughout the course, i.e. by observation and oral questioning. The Instructor will only award a pass if they believe that delegates have displayed the requisite understanding and competencies at the end of each session throughout the course. This qualification certificate 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. 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. *We have both Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance and both hold enhanced DBS certificates.

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